South Brevard Debutantes is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
South Brevard Debutantes
Founded in 1969, the South Brevard Debutante Program is a respected Brevard County tradition dedicated to developing confident, accomplished, and socially responsible young women. For more than five decades, the program has blended time-honored customs with a modern, relevant approach—preparing participants not just for a formal presentation, but for life beyond it.
Participants in the South Brevard Debutante Program are thoughtfully selected based on their outstanding qualities, talents, achievements, and demonstrated commitment to personal growth and community involvement. This selection process ensures a group of young women who exemplify excellence, character, and potential.
Our program emphasizes progressive traditionalist values: honoring meaningful traditions while adapting them to today’s world. Participants receive education in etiquette, leadership, community service, wellness, and social skills, learning not only how traditions are practiced, but why they matter—and how to apply them in real-world settings.
Throughout the year, debutantes engage in educational workshops, service opportunities, and social events designed to build poise, confidence, and character. The experience culminates in a formal presentation that celebrates each young woman’s growth, achievements, and commitment to excellence.
Above all, the South Brevard Debutante Program fosters a sense of belonging, responsibility, and pride in being part of a long-standing local legacy. Our debutantes leave the program prepared to lead with grace, integrity, and confidence—today and in the future.