The Cathedral Arts Project (CAP) has named Frances and Anthony Jabbour as its 2025 Guardians of the Arts in recognition for their continued efforts to advance and safeguard the arts along the First Coast.
CAP will recognize the Jabbours at its signature fundraiser, Spring for the Arts, at the Epping Forest Yacht Club on Friday, April 4.
“The Jabbours have proven themselves to be champions of creativity and opportunity for all children,” said CAP President & CEO Rev. Kimberly L. Hyatt. “Their philanthropic leadership ensures that access to arts education will continue to light the way for the next generation of students.”
For 14 years, the Jabbours have supported CAP and worked to amplify its impact in the community. Frances has remained an active member on the CAP board since 2017 and Anthony has leveraged his role as a corporate leader to help foster key partnerships to help CAP further its mission and its reach in the community.
“Arts education is the heartbeat of a thriving community. It nurtures the imagination, grit and innovative problem-solving skills that children carry with them into the workplace,” said Anthony. “By championing the arts, we’re building a better workforce and ensuring a brighter future for everyone.”
Now in its 20th year, Spring for the Arts has raised close to $9 million for children’s art education in Northeast Florida. This year’s event will support CAP’s “REIMAGINE Campaign: Empowering Children Through the Arts.” The 2025 Spring event chairs are Marisa and Frank Martire with Karen and Greg Montana named this year’s honorary chairs.
