Helping You Build A Stronger Community
Welcome!
Welcome to the website of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation (SWFLCF).
Since its formation in 1976, SWFLCF has been supporting the communities of Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Glades and Hendry through endowed funds for over 33 years. With over 330 endowed funds, the Community Foundation has provided more than $46 million in grants and scholarships to the communities it serves.
What is a community foundation? A community foundation is a nonprofit, independent organization created by and for local citizens to benefit their community. Community foundations make up one of the fastest growing sectors of philanthropy, and there are more than 700 community foundations in the United States today. You can learn more about community foundations by clicking HERE.
Making a Better Southwest Florida
SWFLCF supports two divisions, the Bonita Springs Community Foundation and the Good Neighbor Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva. Together, we are working to make southwest Florida better for today and for tomorrow.
Straight from our supporters
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Annual Reception Video
Click to view the video from our 2009 Annual Reception and Celebration, held on November 19, 2009.Thank you for visiting us on the Web. Feel free to contact us for more information or drop by our offices for a personal visit (8260 College Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33919) Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.