Giving Back

$771,000+ Donated and Growing

Every item sold. Every donation received. Every life changed.

Since our founding, Pel Consignments, Inc. has donated over $771,000 to youth-serving organizations throughout Sarasota County. We're not just an estate liquidation business—we're a community partner committed to transforming the lives of youth in need through sustainable funding and meaningful support.

As the direct service organization for Personalized Estate Liquidation Benefiting Youth Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we operate with a singular mission: A portion of proceeds minus operating expenses go directly to programs that empower, educate, and support young people in need.

Our Impact Story

Behind every dollar donated is a real story of transformation—teens finding mentors, students receiving scholarships, young people discovering new opportunities, and families getting the support they desperately need. These stories showcase how your participation with PEL directly changes lives and strengthens our community, one young person at a time.

Current Giving:

  • Annual Donations: $100,000
  • Next Year Goal: $125,000-$150,000

Featured Partner Organizations

Teen Court of Sarasota, Inc. 

Total Donated: $325,000+

Teen Court provides an alternative to juvenile court, giving young people a second chance at a bright future. Through peer-to-peer programs, mental health counseling, substance abuse education, and life skills classes, Teen Court serves hundreds of at-risk youth annually with a remarkable 90% success rate.

Recent Impact:

  • November 2025: $10,000 donation supporting the Justice & Jammies Fundraiser
  • April 2025: $15,000 donation to expand offices for increased caseloads
  • December 2024: $15,000 to expand services for increased caseloads
  • August 2024: $25,000 helping families receive critical services free of charge

"PEL's support means our families receive services and resources free of charge. We are grateful beyond measure." — Heather Todd, Executive Director

Learn more about Teen Court →

Booker High School Foundation

Total Donated: $91,000+

Supporting college dreams and career readiness for deserving Booker High graduates through scholarships for higher education and technical schools.

Recent Impact:

  • May 2025: $5,000 for graduating senior scholarships
  • Additional Support: $86,000 to Scholarship Foundation and $48,000 to Fredd Atkins Community Engagement Services for athlete tutoring

"PEL helps close the gap between what families can afford and the cost of a college education. It is a gift that helps make successful futures possible." — Dr. Rachel Shelley, Principal

Safe Children Coalition (YMCA Youth Shelter)

Total Donated: $40,000+

Protecting children and youth, strengthening families, and building community through foster care, adoption, and prevention programs across Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto counties.

Recent Impact:

  • March 2025: $5,000 supporting critical child welfare services
  • January 2024: $25,000 for education, prevention, and diversion programs

Learn more about Safe Children Coalition →

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Total Donated: $20,000

Providing one-to-one mentoring services to over 1,800 children ages 6-21, helping every young person reach their full potential.

Impact:

  • December 2024: $20,000 donation supporting mentorship programs

Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters →

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County

Total Donated: $108,800+

Supporting academic enrichment programs, cultural immersion experiences, and creating 21st-century learning environments for youth in underserved neighborhoods.

Impact:

  • $65,000 for PEL Learning Lab renovation at Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club
  • $30,000 for Cultural Immersion Program to Panama

Additional Community Partners

Holiday House SRQ

Creating unforgettable holiday shopping experiences for elementary children in Title 1 schools, allowing 2,000+ students to "shop" for gifts for their families free of charge.

Recent Impact:

  • December 2025: $5,000 supporting four Sarasota elementary schools
  • December 2024: $5,000 supporting four Sarasota elementary schools

Senior Friendship Centers

January 2025: Publix gift card giveaway organized by volunteer Jane Morris to help seniors in need after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Learn more →

Hurricane Relief Efforts

When our community faces challenges, we respond. Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, PEL organized fundraising efforts through our showroom, partnering with volunteers and shoppers to provide gift cards and support to seniors and families impacted by the storms.

Past Partner Organizations

We're proud to have also supported:

  • Coastal Behavioral Healthcare's Compass Center
  • Sarasota YMCA Youth Shelter
  • New College Foundation
  • Faces of Accomplishment

How Your Participation Makes a Difference

When You Shop at PEL: Every purchase you make contributes to our mission. The proceeds from sales fund scholarships, counseling services, mentorship programs, and educational opportunities.

When You Consign with PEL: Your quality items find new homes while generating funds that support at-risk youth throughout Sarasota County.

When You Donate to PEL: 100% of proceeds minus operating expenses from your donated items go directly to youth-serving organizations. You receive a tax-deductible receipt while making a tangible impact.

When You Volunteer with PEL: Our 50+ volunteers are the backbone of our operation, dedicating countless hours to sorting, cleaning, pricing, staging, and selling—making these transformative donations possible.

Recognition & Awards

Katie Self Award (Teen Court, 2024)

PEL received the prestigious Katie Self Award, which celebrates selflessness and dedication to uplifting and empowering teens in need. This award acknowledges our role in addressing youth substance abuse, mental health, social media responsibility, and unexpected family needs.

Join Our Mission

Shop with Purpose
Visit our showroom at 1520 N. Lime Ave to find unique treasures while supporting local youth.

Donate Items
Turn your unused items into opportunities for at-risk teens. We accept quality furniture, art, jewelry, and collectibles.

Consign Quality Pieces
Earn competitive returns while contributing to our community mission.

Volunteer
Join our team of dedicated volunteers making a real difference in young lives.

Spread the Word
Follow us on social media and share our mission with friends and family.

Together, we're proving that business with purpose creates lasting impact.

Every item sold. Every donation received. Every life changed.

Personalized Estate Liquidation Benefiting Youth Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.