Gables Home Page is a non-profit online news and information exchange for the Coral Gables community created by the Coral Gables Community Foundation.

Mission: to become a hyperlocal website that nurtures strong community and civic participation in Coral Gables with a particular focus on inter-generational collaboration.

 Funding: a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, matched by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation, to be augmented by advertising, underwriting and sponsorships.

Collaborative partners: University of Miami School of Communication, The Miami Herald.

MEET THE GABLES HOME PAGE TEAM

Chairman of the Board
Jerry Santeiro

Executive Director & Publisher
Andria Hanley

Content Editor
Matt Bokor

Advertising Director
Alicia Coya

Director of Web Operations
Onelia Collazo Mendive

Web Developer
Brian Schlansky

Staff Writer
Priscilla Greear

Events Photographer
Betty Alvarez

Contributing Writer
Rebecca Salgado

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD

Honorary Chair
Leona Cooper Baker
Community advocate

Maya Bell
Senior editor, Office of Communications
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Jude (Judith) Faerron
Editor
Miami Monthly

Barbara Gutierrez
Media relations officer
University of Miami

Mitchell Kaplan
Founder
Books & Books

David Lawrence Jr.
President
The Early Childhood Initiative Foundation

Irina Patterson
Social media strategist

Ken Roberts
Founder & President
World City Business

Jeannett Slesnick
Immediate past chair
Coral Gables Community Foundation

Sam Terilli
Associate professor
University of Miami

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How is Gables Home Page different from other websites?

Gables Home Page provides a free flow of information to the community at large in a respectful and dignified setting online. Residents, young and old, and those who work or are active in Coral Gables are invited to be a part of the dialogue. The free flow of information is a core need of communities today inextricably linked to their future growth and development.

What is the Coral Gables Community Foundation?

The foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established in September 1991 by community leaders with the mission of fostering programs and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for people living and working in “The City Beautiful.” 

What is the difference between Gables Home Page and CoralGables@Home?

They are both initiatives of the Coral Gables Community Foundation but they are completely different projects. CoralGables@HOME is a unique membership program open to Coral Gables residents who are 50 years –of age and older, providing services that help them remain in their home. CoralGables@HOME is not related to Gables Home Page.

What are the initial sources of funding for the project?

Gables Home Page has been funded by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, which was matched by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Coral Gables was one of 21 communities nationwide chosen for this prestigious "Community Information Challenge" grant.

How will the project sustain itself long term?

Gables Home Page will sustain itself long term by selling online advertising and sponsorships. Initially, there will be no subscription fee to members. After the initial launch, members may be asked to contribute to Gables Home Page on a voluntary basis.

What audiences does Gables Home Page target?

All ages, young and old, are encouraged to participate. Those not familiar with social media may take advantage of trainings provided free of charge.

What other partners are involved?

Gables Home Page is joint venturing with the University of Miami School of Communication on content, training and marketing, and The Miami Herald on content and advertising opportunities.

How do members enroll? Is there a cost?

Members may enroll free of charge. Visit www.gableshomepage.com.

Who is in charge of determining the rules of conduct and ethical standards that Gables Home Page and its users will abide by?

An Editorial Advisory Board consisting of community leaders and journalists has been formed. This group helped develop the rules of conduct for bloggers, contributors, users and commenters to follow.

If I don’t know about social media, will educational classes be available?

Yes, free training will be offered at a variety of locations.

Who writes the content for Gables Home Page?

Content is written and compiled by Gables Home Page staff, University of Miami School of Communication students, citizen journalists, bloggers and guest contributors.

What type of content can be found at Gables Home Page?

Several categories are covered, including  news, an arts & entertainment calendar,  business, town square, conversations and restaurants.

When did Gables Home Page launch?

Gables Home Page was unveiled October 23, 2009 at the Masquerade Ball, the annual fundraising event of the Coral Gables Community Foundation. The site went online (beta testing) in late August.

What kind of advertising opportunities are available?

Banner ads, online advertising and sponsorship packages are available. For more information, contact Alicia Coya at acoya@gableshomepage.com.