Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples

15080 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109 (239) 514-0084 | www.Cmon.org MISSION: To provide an exciting, inspiring environment where children and their families play, learn, and dream together.

ABOUT US:

Year established: 2002

Annual revenues (most recent fiscal

year): $2,575,000 Total number of employees: 42

GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA(S):

Southwest Florida

TOP FUNDING SOURCES:

David R. Clare and Margaret C. Clare Foundation Collier County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Tourism Development Council Florida Division of Cultural Affairs Private Donors

Since 2012, the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples has welcomed more than 1.3 million people from Southwest Florida and around the world to play, learn, and dream. With more than 30,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits, CMON provides a space for safe and innovative educational opportunities that spark a passion for lifelong learning.

ACCESSIBILITY

CMON is focused on growth and inclusivity, ensuring the museum is open to all kids in the community. New this year, CMON has adopted a deeply discounted admission for anyone who is an EBT/ SNAP/WIC member. There are also currently discounted admissions for Military, First Responders, and Teachers. CMON continues to hold special monthly events for families who have children with physical and/ or neurological differences as well as a private evening for children experiencing homelessness, who are in the foster care system, or have experienced trauma. Community partnerships bolster these programs, allowing for broader support and resources to be shared regarding these initiatives.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Be a part of making CMON’s vision a reality by supporting our fundraising events or exhibits this season. Events like these help CMON create unique educational experiences and expand access to underserved communities. Your support, whether through a sponsorship, a ticket, or a donation at the event supports our mission and helps to make CMON available for all families in our community.

Backyard Bash, Postponed until Spring 2023

Winter Wonderland, November 19 – January 2

Namaste India, January 21 through May 14

Night at the Museum: Saturday Night Fever, January 28 BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Jodie Montgomery

Chair

Jonathan Foerster

CEO

OUR WHY

Dan Perry

Vice Chair

Tony Garvy

Secretary

Jason Philips

There are many reasons Treasurer why CMON matters to Shera Askar Southwest Florida families. Ted Corbin We help children, parents, April Garrett Ashley Gerry grandparents and friends Rob Lancaster create memories that will Cee Cee Marinelli last a lifetime while sparking EMERITUS creativity, encouraging Allyson Loos problem-solving and driving Simone Lutgert curiosity. CMON’s play-based Shelly Stayer

learning provides more than “just educational building Every family should have blocks. It builds the capacity the opportunity to explore for a lifetime of success. all that CMON has to offer. In the last year, we’ve increased the number of free

“and discounted admissions dramatically. But we need the community’s help to continue. Jonathan Foerster