FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 31, 2013) – Sarah Owen, president and CEO of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation announces that Mindi Dunn has joined the foundation as Controller.

Dunn is responsible for the financial and accounting operations of the foundation, including the preparation of financial statements, analyses and reporting. Dunn previously worked for Stroemer & Co. for eight years. She received a master’s of science in accounting from Florida Gulf Coast University.

“We are thrilled to have someone with Mindi’s experience, expertise and compassion for our community join our team,” said Owen.

The Southwest Florida Community Foundation is celebrating its 36th year of supporting the communities of Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Glades, and Hendry counties by connecting donors and their philanthropic aspirations with evolving community needs. With assets of more than $68 million, the Community Foundation has provided more than $54 million in grants and scholarships to the communities it serves. During its 2012 fiscal year, the SWFLCF granted more than $3 million to more than 100 different organizations supporting education, animal welfare, arts and human services.

For more information, call 239-274-5900 or visit www.floridacommunity.com.