Sunshine Ace Hardware stores throughout the region are participating in this year’s Miracle Bucket Sale, an annual event that raises money for pediatric health care through Children’s Miracle Network.

Between Aug. 2-4, customers who donate $5 will receive a specially marked five-gallon bucket that they can use as a shopping basket, earning a 20% discount on nearly everything they can fit inside. In 2023, the three-day event raised $6,289 to help cover the costs of patient services for children and families, charitable care for patients lacking sufficient funds or insurance, and education programs for patients, families and the community. Donations also allow hospitals to purchase life-saving equipment and provide advancement services for innovative programs and projects.

“Children’s Miracle Network is such a great organization that impacts thousands of children right here in our own community,” said Michael Wynn, president of Sunshine Ace Hardware. “Think about all the stuff you need around the house – a tape measure, a hammer, cleaning supplies. You’ll get a 20% discount and make a difference in the lives of sick and injured children in the area.”

Donations made at Sunshine Ace Hardware stores in Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties support Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, while donations at Sunshine Ace Hardware and Crowder Bros. Ace Hardware stores in Pinellas and Manatee counties support Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg.

Sunshine Ace Hardware has raised $392,774 through a series of fundraising campaigns and initiatives since declaring Children’s Miracle Network as its primary charitable partner in December 2019.

Below are Sunshine Ace Hardware locations participating in the Miracle Bucket Sale:

Collier County:

• Downtown Naples – 141 Tamiami Trail North; Naples, FL 34102
• East Naples – 4433 Tamiami Trail East; Naples, FL 34112
• Marco Island – 1720 San Marco Road; Marco Island, FL 34145
• Golden Gate – 11673 Collier Blvd.; Naples, FL 34116
• Founders Square – 8850 Founders Square Drive; Naples, FL 34120

Lee County:

• Bonita Springs – 9100 Bonita Beach Road; Bonita Springs, FL 34135
• San Carlos – 18911 Tamiami Trail South; Fort Myers, FL 33908

Charlotte County

• Port Charlotte – 3035 Tamiami Trail; Port Charlotte, FL 33952
• Port Charlotte, Kingsway – 912a Kings Highway; Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Pinellas County

• Largo – 1015 W. Bay Drive; Largo, FL 33770

Manatee County (Crowder Bros. Ace Hardware)

• Bradenton – 5409 Manatee Ave. West; Bradenton, FL 34209
• Lakewood Ranch – 2401 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.; Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211

About Sunshine Ace Hardware

Founded in 1958 by Don Wynn and led today by his grandson, President Michael Wynn, Sunshine Ace Hardware operates 15 hardware, paint and gift stores in Southwest Florida, with four additional locations under development. The Naples-based company is among Florida’s largest family-owned home improvement retailers and one of Ace Hardware’s top franchisees in America. Sunshine Ace is recognized for its helpful, red-vested associates, generous community support and vast selection of signature brands in grills, tools, hardware, plumbing, paint and supplies, lawn and garden supplies, fishing gear, gifts, propane and supplies for contractors and DIYers. The Sunshine Ace Hardware B2B Division provides commercial customers with bulk purchase savings and value-added services. Through its Helpful Hub, Sunshine Ace provides professional services such as screen repair, key cutting, color matching, delivery coordination and assembly. The company’s Ace Handyman Services of Southwest Florida helps residents tackle home maintenance projects like mounting TVs and ceiling fans, repairing lanai screens, painting interiors and exteriors, updating cabinets, installing drywall and completing general carpentry services. For locations and operating hours, please visit SunshineAce.com.