SUPPORT STARTS AT HOME:JON MAPLES EARNS POWERFUL SUPPORT ACROSS DISTRICT 87 AND BEYOND
Website Article | Florida House District 87
Before the support of national leaders, statewide organizations and advocacy groups, Jon Maples earned something he considers even more meaningful: the support of the people who know him at home. Across Abacoa, North Palm Beach and Alton, friends and neighbors have put their names behind Jon and spoken to the character, leadership and commitment they have seen firsthand.
Their words reflect the foundation of Jon’s campaign: showing up, listening and protecting the communities that make District 87 home.
Neighbors Who Know Jon Best
In North Palm Beach, Honorable Jeff and Carol Atwater joined local friends and neighbors in supporting Jon, pointing to the “honesty, integrity, and steady leadership” he brings to everything he does. Their neighborhood letter also reflects what Jon has made central to this campaign: spending time with residents, listening to what matters to them and working to preserve the quality of life that makes North Palm Beach special.
In BallenIsles, Dr. Russell and Linda Stoch joined fellow neighbors in supporting Jon, pointing to his commitment to responsible growth and protecting the quality of life that makes their community such a special place to call home.
In Abacoa, David and Laurie D’Amico and Bill and Tara Fries wrote that they know Jon’s “character” and “heart,” adding that they are “proud to support him” for State Representative.
In Alton, Justin Alintoff likewise highlighted Jon’s “honesty, integrity, and steady leadership” and his commitment to keeping children safe, working with local law enforcement and preserving the quality of life that makes the community special.
Those neighborhood endorsements are especially meaningful because they come from people who have seen Jon not simply as a candidate, but as a neighbor, friend, businessman, father and member of the community.
Support Across Florida and Beyond
That support from home is reinforced by a notable coalition of national, state and local leaders and organizations representing business, public safety, families, conservative advocacy and the pro-life movement.
Among the most prominent is President Donald J. Trump, who has publicly backed Maples on Truth Social more than once during the 2026 campaign. In his endorsement, President Trump highlighted Maples’ experience as a businessman and civic leader and offered his “Complete and Total Endorsement.” That support places Maples alongside a select group of state and local candidates who have received the President’s personal endorsement.
The broader endorsement coalition reflects several of the issues Maples has emphasized throughout the campaign. His professional background as a financial planner shapes the way he approaches questions involving affordability, taxes, economic growth and long-term planning. Rather than looking only at the immediate impact of a policy decision, Maples has emphasized the importance of understanding what those decisions mean for families, businesses and the future of the district.
Education is personal for the Maples family as well. Jon’s wife, Kristi, is a teacher, giving their family a firsthand view of the demands placed on educators and schools. Teacher compensation, strong schools and school safety are among the issues Maples has identified as priorities. He has also stressed that supporting students means supporting the teachers and families who are with them every day.
Public safety is another significant part of the endorsement coalition. Support from firefighters, paramedics and law-enforcement organizations reflects Maples’ emphasis on safe communities and his stated commitment to the men and women who serve on the front lines.
District 87 is growing rapidly, and Maples has repeatedly emphasized that growth should not come at the expense of the qualities that make its communities distinctive. His focus is on responsible planning, infrastructure, public safety, strong schools and preserving the character and quality of life residents expect. For Maples, that goal is also personal: he wants District 87 to remain the kind of place where his daughter will one day want to stay, build a life and raise a family of her own.
Throughout the campaign, Maples has spent significant time in the community, attending events, walking neighborhoods, meeting residents and listening to their concerns. He has described that direct contact as central to understanding what residents expect from their representative in Tallahassee.
Endorsement Coalition
The campaign’s current endorsement list includes the following 13 entries, spanning national and state leaders, business advocates, family organizations and public-safety groups:
- President Donald J. Trump
- Rep. Meg Weinberger
- Rep. Sam Garrison
- Moms for America Action
- BizPAC of Palm Beach County
- Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Palm Beach County, Local 2928, I.A.F.F.
- Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)
- Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Palm Beach County, Local 2928, I.A.F.F., Inc.
- Palm Beach Young Republicans
- Florida Chamber of Commerce
- Christian Family Coalition Florida (CFC Florida)
- ABC Florida East Coast Chapter, Associated Builders and Contractors
- Florida Right to Life PAC
What the Endorsements Represent
Business and economic leadership. The Florida Chamber of Commerce, BizPAC of Palm Beach County and ABC Florida East Coast bring a business and workforce perspective to the coalition. The Florida Chamber publicly cited Maples’ business background and commitment to free enterprise, while ABC Florida East Coast described its alignment with his pro-business and workforce positions.
Public safety. The firefighters, paramedics and Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police represent professionals whose work centers on emergency response, law enforcement and community safety.
Families and values. Moms for America Action and Christian Family Coalition Florida represent advocacy centered on families, parents and conservative values. Florida Right to Life PAC focuses on pro-life advocacy and has publicly endorsed Maples.
Political and community leadership. President Trump, Rep. Meg Weinberger, Rep. Sam Garrison and Palm Beach Young Republicans add national, state and local political support to the coalition.
More Than a List
Endorsements from established organizations and elected leaders typically involve their own review, priorities and standards. Taken together, this coalition shows the range of constituencies that have chosen to publicly support Maples during the 2026 campaign. For the campaign, the significance is not simply the number of names on a list, but the breadth of interests represented by them: economic opportunity, workforce development, public safety, families, education and community values.
As the campaign moves forward, Maples continues to make the case that District 87 needs leadership grounded in preparation, careful planning and direct engagement with the people who live here. His message is centered on keeping the district safe, affordable and strong while ensuring that growth is managed in a way that protects the communities residents call home.