Suffolk Construction raises more than $24K for Heart Walk fundraiser
NAPLES, Fla. (Dec. 8, 2016) – More than 20 of Suffolk Construction’s Southwest Florida team members participated in the American Heart Association’s 2016 Collier County Heart Walk at Cambier Park in Naples. This was the third consecutive year the Suffolk team participated in the 5K event. Employees from the Estero office and local projects, including Moorings Park and Altaira®, raised […]
Suarez joins Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers board
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Dec. 1, 2016) – The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers has appointed Reverend Dr. Israel Suarez to its board of commissioners. Appointed by the mayor of the City of Fort Myers, the board serves as the governing officers of the HACFM. Through formal adoption of policy, it ensures the […]
Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s Annual Report now available
Record $5 million granted to community FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2016) –Celebrating its 40th anniversary as leaders in philanthropy in our region, the Southwest Florida Community Foundation is now sharing its 2015-2016 Annual Report online at www.floridacommunity.com/annual-report. “This year was a record-breaking year for the Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s work as active change-makers,” said Sarah Owen, […]
Community Foundation showcases Wide Open Spaces exhibit
New exhibit features Florida outdoors by two local artists FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 9, 2016) – The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently hosted more than 50 guests at its Community Hub for the launch of its new art display “Wide Open Spaces.” The exhibit features the Florida outdoors through the eyes of local artists Martin Gembecki and […]
Veranda hosts Southwest Florida Community Foundation to celebrate Philanthropy Month
Event kicks off seasonal opening of restaurant’s courtyard FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 8, 2016) – To kick off Philanthropy Month, the Veranda restaurant in downtown Fort Myers recently hosted the Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s board of trustees and guests. More than 100 guests gathered on the Veranda’s patio courtyard for drinks, appetizers and an […]
Best of Taste raises $13,000
Funds raised benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers and the Red Sox Foundation FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 2, 2016) – The Red Sox Foundation and the Junior League of Fort Myers’ second annual Best of Taste in the Park raised $13,000. During the Best of Taste in the Park, attendees were able to participate in judging offerings from participating restaurants […]
FutureMakers extends deadline for RFP for foundational skills curriculum for post-secondary institutions
Goal to transform Southwest Florida’s workforce FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 1, 2016) – The Persistence and Progress Regional Action Team of the FutureMakers Coalition is working to develop a foundational skill development curriculum to pilot with post-secondary students and has extended the deadline for request for proposals until Nov. 15, 2016. The foundational skills project is requesting proposals for the development of a foundational skills curriculum with the goal to increase active listening, critical […]
Community Foundation’s Women’s Legacy Fund hosts fall luncheon
New fund, grant funding and ‘Angels’ announced FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 28, 2016) – The Women’s Legacy Fund hosted more than 130 attendees at its annual fall luncheon on Oct. 20 at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. The WLF luncheon featured keynote speakers, highlighted a new fund that was established for Dunbar women and […]
Fort Myers Police Foundation Golf Tournament raises $18,000
Event raises funds for lifesaving equipment for FMPD FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 27, 2016) – The 2016 Larry J. Romano Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the Fort Myers Police Foundation raised $18,000. “We are extremely thankful to all the sponsors and players of this year’s event,” said FMPF board member Paul Fratello. “We look forward […]
Southwest Florida Community Foundation opens grant cycle
More than $500,000 available in grants FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 13, 2016) – The Southwest Florida Community Foundation will open its 2016-2017 Community Impact Grant cycle with a call for innovative projects and programs. More than $500,000 is available for both established and new programs that are designed to increase the quality of life in […]