Attorney Charles Shafer believes in mission of BlueBird Educational Foundation
BlueBird Educational Foundation, a local nonprofit in Fort Pierce, supports students through scholarships and provides musical instruments to students in need.
The organization was founded in 2008 with the goal of deepening music appreciation and expanding cultural horizons.
T. Charles Shafer has been a board member since 2012.
During that time, he has been involved in numerous foundation events, including “Grooving on the Pointe,” “Recycling in the Key of E,” the foundation’s annual instrument donation drive; “Groovin’ & Tastin’” during Jazz Appreciation Month; and the Bluebird Events Concert Series.
Shafer recently was invited to speak on behalf of BlueBird Educational Foundation at a Coffee with the Mayor in Fort Pierce. The monthly event is on the third Friday at the Fort Pierce Yacht Club in downtown Fort Pierce.
Shafer made opening remarks as spokesperson for BlueBird Educational Foundation, which sponsored the event. He discussed the foundation’s work in the community, providing musical instruments to financially challenged students, offering high school music students master classes taught by professional musicians, and sponsoring jazz and blues performances featuring nationally acclaimed artists at the Sunrise Theatre’s Black Box, with all net proceeds furthering BlueBird Educational Foundation’s mission.
Mayor Linda Hudson and Main Street Fort Pierce hosts the coffee. Businesses, community organizations, and newcomers to the area are welcome to share information about upcoming events or activities occurring in the Treasure Coast region.
Like many smaller nonprofits, BlueBird Educational Foundation is relatively unknown in St. Lucie County. It has been serving the community for almost 10 years, yet most people have not heard of the work it does.
“I think BlueBird does a tremendous job,” said Shafer. “I believe in the mission. Every child who aspires to play a musical instrument should have the opportunity, regardless of their financial situation. I’m proud BlueBird helps fill that gap.”
Shafer has been defending those accused of crimes since 1986. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina Law School. He served as an assistant public defender, prior to opening his own practice in 1991.
He also serves on the board of directors for the ARC of St. Lucie County and has been active in Special Olympics and the Exchange Club.
For more information, contact Shafer at 772-467-2601 or visit online at www.tcharleslaw.com.
