Providing Fragile Lives a Healthy Start
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28
May
2020
Webinar on Paycheck Protection Program Compliance for Nonprofit and Small Businesses to be Offered by Collaboratory
With a focus on providing support to regional nonprofit and small businesses, Southwest Florida Community Foundation is offering an upcoming webinar on important information on Safe Harbor Compliance for the Paycheck Protection Program as part...
27
May
2020
Flash Poll #2 Results – to assess the needs of nonprofits during COVID-19
Flash Poll #2 Results - to assess the needs of nonprofits during COVID-19...
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May
2020
Collaboratory to Offer Complimentary Webinars on How to Adapt Events & Fundraising Galas in the Virtual Space for Nonprofit Businesses
With a focus on providing support to regional nonprofits, Southwest Florida Community Foundation is offering two upcoming webinars on how to create effective and successful virtual events and fundraising galas...
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May
2020
Southwest Florida Community Foundation joins national foundations and lifts grant restrictions, launches programs to support nonprofits in response to COVID-19
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation has taken measures to bolster nonprofit businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. The Foundation’s Board of Trustees recently voted to lift grant restrictions for nearly $900,000...
27
Apr
2020
All NEW Flash Poll for Nonprofits Will Help Further Assess Needs
We are grateful for you and everyone who participated the first Flash Poll. The results provided the community a better understanding of the immediate needs as the crisis began. Now...
24
Apr
2020
Thrivability Paycheck Protection Program Recorded Zoom Meeting and Notes
Recorded Zoom Meeting: Paycheck Protection Program Update 4/24/2020...
27
Mar
2020
Donations needed for relief fund for those most affected by the economic challenges caused by COVID-19 – First distribution made for food distribution
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Mar. 27, 2020) – The Southwest Florida Emergency Relief Fund was launched last week to begin collecting private funds to be used in the Southwest Florida region...
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Mar
2020
Community Foundations of Collier County and Southwest Florida Launch Coronavirus Relief Funds
Naples, FL (March 16, 2020) - The Community Foundation of Collier County and the Southwest Florida Community Foundation have each activated emergency relief funds: CFCC's Collier Comes Together Fund and...
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Mar
2020
C3 (Calhoun County Connections) Luncheon Features Partnership and Collaborative Impact Fund
The Battle Creek Community Foundation and the Southwest Florida Community Foundation hosted the second annual C3 luncheon on February 28 at Collaboratory to gather donors from these sister foundations to...
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Feb
2020
Southwest Florida Community Foundation grants over $700,000 to local nonprofits in annual Community Impact Grants
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation has awarded $744,377.22 to 23 nonprofits serving the Southwest Florida region (Charlotte, Lee, Hendry, Glades and Collier counties). The Foundation’s annual Community Impact Grants program focuses...
29
Jan
2020
On the Table Survey Results Show Optimism and Engagement in Community
What: Results of On the Table® Southwest Florida community survey to be released to the community. Who: Southwest Florida Community Foundation and partners throughout Southwest Florida When: Thursday, January 30, 10...
04
Dec
2019
CAUSE & EFFECT: December 2019
Our Holiday Gift Guide includes puppies, education, food for families, and mental healthcare and it’s all right here. If you are looking for the perfect gift, search our website to...
19
Nov
2019
FUTUREMAKERS LAUNCHES ANNUAL WORKFORCE SURVEY FOR REGIONAL EMPLOYERS
The FutureMakers Coalition of Southwest Florida has launched its latest employment survey, available here, and is asking for the region’s help in completing the online form. The survey is designed to...
29
Oct
2019
Community Foundation’s Women’s Legacy Fund Awards $30,000 at Fall Breakfast – Photo Gallery
The Women’s Legacy Fund (WLF) of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation awarded the second of a three-year grant to Lee County Public Schools during its annual fall breakfast meeting on...
25
Oct
2019
LEED plaque presented by Southwest Florida Branch of US Green Building Council
Collaboratory earns LEED GOLD certification Plaque presented by Southwest Florida Branch of US Green Building Council FORT MYERS, Fla. (October 25, 2019) - The Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s Collaboratory located at 2031...
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Oct
2019
On the Table Southwest Florida 2019 Photo Gallery
Thank you to everyone who hosted or attended an On the Table Southwest Florida Conversation on October 17. Enjoy the photos and if you don't see yours, please send to...
16
Oct
2019
Collaboratory earns LEED GOLD certification
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s Collaboratory located at 2031 Jackson Street, Suite 100 in Fort Myers has achieved LEED GOLD certification using the LEED v4 Building Design + Construction: New Construction rating...
15
Oct
2019
Collaboratory Eco-Startup Helps Region Save Time, Money and the Environment
Collective impact boosts sustainability by conserving significant watts and water When Jerry Miller began planning the Seaboard Apartments he set his sights on constructing environmentally responsible properties that would conserve water...
09
Oct
2019
36,000 adults in Southwest Florida identify as LGBT – Downloadable Report Available
An estimated 36,000 adults in Southwest Florida, 3.4% of the population, identifies as LGBT, according to a new regional analysis by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law funded...
01
Oct
2019
Community Foundation’s Women’s Legacy Fund to hold Fall breakfast
The Women’s Legacy Fund (WLF) of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation will hold its 2019 Fall Breakfast for Contributors, Friends and those interested in being part of the WLF on...
07
Aug
2019
On the Table® Southwest Florida to Create Connections and Conversations Throughout the Region on October 17
Residents sharing meals to connect and discuss community On Thursday, October 17, 2019, people from across Southwest Florida will take part in a single day of conversation about the community and...
26
Jul
2019
Author and TED speaker Dan Pallotta to lead Board Training Seminar in November-Tickets now available
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation will bring back nationally renowned author and TED talk speaker Dan Pallotta to town on Saturday, November 2 for a one-day Board training seminar for...
24
Jul
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation adds team members
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently welcomed two new team members to the organization. Trisha Botty, an experienced professional in government and community relations, communications, organization, program management and public advocacy,...
12
Jul
2019
Philanthropy on Tap
The Financial Planning Association of Southwest Florida chilled out with the Southwest Community Foundation at Collaboratory on July 10, 2019. Financial advisors, bankers, and the Community Foundation team shared some...
01
Jul
2019
Leone joins Southwest Florida Community Foundation
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently welcomed Katie Leone as Impact and Sustainability Manager. In her new position, Leone will work on the Social Innovation & Sustainability (SIS) Team where she...
03
Jun
2019
Fund Hosts Contributors Reception at Collaboratory
The LGBT Community Fund of Southwest Florida, a fund of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, kicked off its grants process with the annual Fantastic Fund Contributor's Reception. This year's event...
03
Jun
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation announces call for Community Impact Grants to strengthen nonprofit agencies in our community
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation will open its annual call for Community Impact Grant applicants on June 3, 2019. The Community Impact Grant is a program of the Southwest Florida...
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May
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation awards $739,676 in scholarships
128 scholarships awarded through 102 scholarships funds for high school seniors and undergraduate and graduate students The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently granted $739,676 and 128 scholarships through a competitive...
22
Apr
2019
Growing Climate Solutions – Path to Positive Southwest Florida partnership launches
NAPLES, Fla. (April 22, 2019) – The Community Foundation of Collier County, Southwest Florida Community Foundation, Florida Gulf Coast University and Conservancy of Southwest Florida formalized a three-year partnership to...
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Apr
2019
Women’s Legacy Fund Spring Contributors Luncheon Photo Gallery
The Women's Legacy Fund gathered more than 100 Contributors and supporters on April 12, 2019 at Collaboratory for the annual Women's Legacy Fund Spring Luncheon. The Women’s Legacy Fund is a...
25
Mar
2019
Community Foundation’s Women’s Legacy Fund to host spring luncheon for contributors
The Women’s Legacy Fund of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation will host its annual Spring luncheon for contributors and Prima Donors on Friday, April 12 at Collaboratory located at 2031...
24
Mar
2019
Michigan Friends Connect at Foundation Luncheon
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation hosted friends from the Battle Creek Community Foundation for the Inaugural C3 Luncheon, Calhoun County Connections. Community Foundation CEOs Sarah Owen, of Southwest Florida, and...
22
Mar
2019
Bonita Springs Community Advisory Committee awards grants – $24,000 awarded to two local nonprofits
The Bonita Springs Community Advisory Committee recently presented $24,000 to two local nonprofits. Bonita Wonder Gardens, Inc. received $15,000 and Bonita Springs Concert Band, Inc. received $9,000. Bonita Wonder Gardens’ Eco-Camps will...
18
Mar
2019
OCSODY JOINS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Entrepreneur joins non-profit as Chief Strategy & Operations Officer The Southwest Florida Community Foundation has named Peter Ocsody as its Chief Strategy and Operations Officer. An avid entrepreneur and an educator of...
04
Mar
2019
Bohanon Foundation opens scholarship at Southwest Florida Community Foundation – Playmakers Tailgate Party at Collaboratory planned for May 11
The Tommy Bohanon Foundation, operated by local NFL player Tommy Bohanon and his wife Katie, have started the Tommy Bohanon Scholarship Fund at the Southwest Florida Community Foundation. After playing for...
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Feb
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation grants $596,923 to local nonprofits in annual Community Impact Grants
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation has awarded $596,923 to both established and new programs that are designed to increase the quality of life in sustainable and equitable ways for Southwest...
29
Jan
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation promotes Leon
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently announced the promotion of Luis Leon to Chief Financial Officer for the Foundation. Leon joined the Foundation as accountant in 2012, was named controller in...
02
Jan
2019
Southwest Florida Community Foundation hosts local nonprofits at Collaboratory
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently hosted more than 60 local nonprofit leaders, their board and team members for a holiday party at Collaboratory. The event included a presentation on the...
Arts and Culture grants application process for individual artists and nonprofit organizations begins – Deadline January 18 at 5 p.m.
The application process for the City of Fort Myers’ Arts and Culture grants opened on December 14 and runs until January 18, 2019. The City of Fort Myers recognizes the importance...
20
Dec
2018
Cindy Banyai wins AEA Award
Honored for outstanding evaluation practice and dedication to the evaluation field Cindy Banyai, Ph.D., Evaluation and Design Advisor to the Southwest Florida Community Foundation and Principal, Banyai Evaluation & Consulting, was...
Community Foundation scholarship application process begins
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation’s scholarship application process for the 2019-2020 school year will begin nearly a month earlier than in the past. Applications may be made December 17 and...
24
Nov
2018
Author and TED speaker Dan Pallotta leads Board Training Seminar at Collaboratory
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation brought nationally renowned author and TED talk speaker Dan Pallotta to town on Saturday, November 3 for a one-day board training seminar for 120 leaders...
05
Nov
2018
Nonprofit Boards Become Bolder Thanks to Training by Dan Pallotta
120 people from 32 nonprofits from throughout Southwest Florida gathered on Saturday, Nov. 3 for Dan Pallotta's Bolder Board Training at Collaboratory located in midtown Fort Myers. The event was...
02
Nov
2018
Community Foundation adds new team members
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently welcomed two team members. Marina Nassif and Austin Brooks have joined the Foundation’s finance team. Nassif will serve as Controller and is a certified public accountant....
31
Oct
2018
Small Business Making Big Community Impact: Corporate Social Responsibility focuses on people, planet and profit
EnSite, Inc., released its Corporate Social Responsibility Report yesterday at Collaboratory in Fort Myers. A leading multidisciplinary consulting firm, providing landscape architecture, engineering, and planning services, has produced a data-driven report...
31
Oct
2018
Flipping for Philanthropy
I noticed the Guide to Flipping Houses on the internet not too long ago, “5 Easy Steps to House Flipping.” I’m a closet fan of Flip or Flop, Flipping Out...
26
Oct
2018
Community Foundation’s Women’s Legacy Fund awards $30k to help women with education for a career in healthcare
The Women’s Legacy Fund (WLF) of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently presented their 2018 grant check to the Career Pipeline for Women in Health Care program, a program focused...
10
Oct
2018
Community Foundation to host public opening of new Collaboratory
Party in the Park to include food trucks, live entertainment, free ice cream, games, tours and more The Southwest Florida Community Foundation will host a Public Grand Opening and Party in...
09
Oct
2018
Community Foundation Launches Immigration Program Grant – Hires Immigration Program Officer to Run New Program
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation is launching its first ever Immigrant Program Grant. With funding from The Florida Bar Foundation and national funders, the 2019 Immigration Program Grant season opens with a...