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CAROUSEL OF DREAMS The season’s most wanted gowns glimmer beneath the evening lights.
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CHARITY LISTINGS The ultimate guide to the area’s charitable groups and key events.
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PARTY DIRECTORY Everything you need to plan the perfect event.
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HELPING HANDS More organizations helping the community.
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LAST LOOK Add some plumage to your gala ensemble with avian-inspired accessories.
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CLOSE TO HOME e began publishing the Naples Charity Register 12 years ago to showcase local nonprofit organizations and their major fundraising events as one of many ways we support the important role they play in our community. We created this annual guide not only to recognize these groups and their efforts, but also to connect them with you, the people in the best position to help them carry out their missions. Without your support of their events, these organizations simply cannot do their crucial work. And your support is more critical than ever today; according to several university-based philanthropy research centers, charitable giving is down nationwide. Fortunately, however, local opportunities to show your generosity abound. In fact, the sheer number of black-tie galas, formal gatherings, golf tournaments, culinary adventures and other fundraising occasions might actually seem overwhelming to even the most generous spirit. That’s where the Naples Charity Register comes in, serving as an indispensible reference to help you channel your benevolent energies over the next 12 months. We contact hundreds of area nonprofit groups each year to gather information about their causes and their events. This year’s edition presents another wide array of organizations for your consideration. As an advocate of many of them, we have seen how the tireless efforts of staff members and volunteers— combined with generous patrons—can result in amazing things. We encourage you to see it for yourself. Accordingly, we stand together with the advertising partners who have helped make this valuable resource possible. Every advertiser appearing in these pages publicly demonstrates a commitment to the community by showing support for the awareness of worthy local causes and the betterment of society as a whole. Regardless of which charities you call your favorites, please remember that each organization in the Naples Charity Register deserves thoughtful deliberation. Your benevolence will help them meet their financial needs, which is an all-too-real matter right now. We hope you will join us in our efforts to make this a better place to live for everyone. You can make a difference.
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Donna Karan slim evening skirt, ruffle gilet, available in white, Saks Fifth Avenue, Waterside Shops, Naples Opposite page: Emilio Pucci metallic fringe dress, Marissa Collections, Naples; headpiece, Leah C. Couture Millinery, New York, leahc.com
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Joseph Polisi
Wendy Kopp Maddy Dychtwald
Inspiring minds for
CHANGE Spend two days with 40 great thinkers and 500 like-minded members.
THE ARTS: Joseph Polisi, president of The Juilliard School, has been setting the standard for performing arts education for twenty five years. He will share his insight on how the arts are changing and adapting in this country.
WOMEN & LEADERSHIP: Author and entrepreneur, Maddy Dychtwald thinks financially empowered women can and will change the world for the better.
EDUCATION: Wendy Kopp believes the best and brightest college graduates should be teachers. As founder of Teach for America, she sends well-trained, highly educated young adults into America’s poorest schools to help break the cycle of education inequity.
Join these speakers and 37 other renowned experts in Genomics, Education, Energy, Economics, The Arts, Women and Leadership, Understanding Islam and Social Entrepreneurism. You’ll experience eye-opening ideas, true inspiration and several a-ha moments.
MARCH 21-22, 2011 The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples Attendance is limited. To register visit: www.ImagineSolutionsConference.com Or call: 239.216.4228
VITAS Brings Hospice Home We are proud to make a difference in Naples Since 2008, VITAS Innovative Hospice Care® has become a part of the fabric of the community. • We have served more than 800 patients near the end of life, and their loved ones • 92 percent of these patients were able to remain at home, wherever they called home • VITAS has brought more than 50 jobs to Collier County
• Our for-profit status has allowed us to support more than 15 local charities, including: American Cancer Society
Senior Friendship Center
NCH Healthcare Foundation
Parkinson’s Association of SW Florida
21st Century CARE
American Red Cross
Florida Nurses Association
Twilight Wish Foundation
Neighborhood Health Clinic American Heart Association
• We introduced to Naples the concept of hospice as a philosophy of care, rather than a place to die
Alzheimer’s Association Jackson Labs Alzheimer’s Support Network
Serving Collier County from offices in Naples, Marco Island and Immokalee 4980 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, 239.649.2300 1.800.93.VITAS • 1.800.938.4827 • VITAS.com • twitter.com/VITASHospice En Español 1.866.984.8278 • espanol.VITAS.com
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YOUR EXCLUSIVE GUIDE TO THE UPCOMING SEASON’S SOCIAL SCENE, FEATURING THE NAPLES AREA’S MOST SPECTACULAR AND INTRIGUING FUNDRAISING EVENTS. VIEW OUR COMPREHENSIVE EVENT CALENDAR AT NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT NETWORK Provides education, support and advocacy for families and individuals dealing with Alzheimer’s or another memory disorder, plus several programs for those in the early stage of memory loss. Services are free of charge. Funding is entirely by individual and corporate donations, and funds stay in the community.
AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION, NEAPOLITAN CHAPTER
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY The nationwide community-based volunteer organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. The largest private source of cancer research funding in the nation with more than $3.4 billion invested in cancer research, involved in nearly every major cancer breakthrough in history.
Main Fundraising Event: Elephant Fest
Our mission is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.
Date: November 13, 2010
Main Fundraising Event: Holiday Auction
Date: April 15-16, 2011
Location: Naples Zoo
Date: November 19, 2010
Location: Gulfview Middle School, Naples
Years Held Previously: 17
Location: Hilton Naples
Years Held Previously: 15
Theme/Description of Event: A fun-filled morning at the zoo with music, animal shows, food, T-shirts and a tribute ceremony called “Remembering Those Who Forget.” The event is appropriate for all ages.
Years Held Previously: 7
Theme/Description of Event: Unique, fun, 18-hour overnight event designed to celebrate survivors and raise funds for research and programs. Our 2011 theme: “Producing a Cure”—it’s a party Hollywood style!
Main Fundraising Event: Relay For Life of Naples
Chairperson: Suky Pollard
Theme/Description of Event: The Holiday Auction features a wide variety of silent and live auction items, and is energized through themed guest tables, entertainment and dancing.
Ticket Price: Suggested donation, $25
Chairperson: Kena Yoke
Major Sponsor: Specialists in Urology
Contact: Suky Pollard, Steve Edmonston 660 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 21 Naples, FL 34012 Telephone: 239-262-8388 Web: AlzSupportNetwork.org
Ticket Price: $45
Ticket Price: Free; inquire for team and sponsorship opportunities
Contact: Rachelle Dover P.O. Box 10653, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-293-0029 Web: ABWANeapolitan.org
SOCIAL SEEN OPERA NAPLES
Opera Naples’ second annual Eurofest in 2009 presented songs and arias of Italy, Spain, France and Germany performed by tenor Randolph Locke, featured singer with the San Francisco Opera and Lyric Opera of Chicago, and his wife, mezzo-soprano Carol Sparrow of New York City Opera, in Maestro William Noll’s Naples salon. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and dinner by Angela’s Fine Cuisine, wine and a silent auction. 1. Randolph Locke 2. William Noll, JoAnn Smallwood, Robin Frank 3. Steffanie Pearce 4. Carol Sparrow
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Contact: Paul Gloersen 5020 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 108 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-261-0337 Web: relayforlife.org/naplesfl
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Additional listing. Main Fundraising Event: Bucket List Bash Date: March 12, 2011 Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
AMERICAN RED CROSS
COLLIER COUNTY CHAPTER
The nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart disease and stroke. In fiscal year 2007-2008, the association invested nearly $560 million in research, education, advocacy and community service programs.
Humanitarian organization led by volunteers provides relief to victims of disasters and helps prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies through services consistent with its congressional charter and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
Main Fundraising Event: Heart Ball Theme/Description of Event: The Bucket List Bash is a party you are sure to enjoy when you share your special wish list with friends. Put on your bucket best (no blacktie) and get ready for a night of fun, fine wine, dining and entertainment. Auction items to fill everyone’s bucket list and help celebrate life every day. Chairpersons: Donna Solimene, Katie Doerr Major Sponsor: Premiere Radiation Oncology
Main Fundraising Event: Annual American Red Cross-Collier County Chapter Golf Tournament
Date: April 30, 2011 Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Date: May 2011
Years Held Previously: 35
Location: Quail West Golf & Country Club, Naples
Theme/Description of Event: The Southwest Florida affiliate raised more than $400,000 last year at the annual Heart Ball. This is the third year the Southwest Florida affiliate has hosted a combined Heart Ball for Lee and Collier counties.
Years Held Previously: 5 Theme/Description of Event: Annual golf tournament and awards luncheon. Chairperson: Desiree Hope
Ticket Price: $375 Contact: Kim Azar Anderson 5020 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 108 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-261-0337 Web: cancer.org
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Chairpersons: Fred Pezeshkan, Joseph Shepard
Major Sponsor: Arthrex
Ticket Price: Contact Jessica Hughes for information
Ticket Price: $800 per foursome or $200 per person
Contact: Jessica Hughes, 239-495-4912 28441 Bonita Crossing Boulevard Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Telephone: 239-498-9288 Web: heart.org or heart.org/swflheartball
Contact: Jim von Rinteln 2610 Northbrooke Plaza Drive Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-596-6868 Web: colliercountyredcross.org
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AMIKIDS BIG CYPRESS Nonprofit program for at-risk boys aged 14-18. One of 56 programs affiliated with AMIkids. Our facility is in Big Cypress National Preserve, which offers a range of opportunities to learn about our relationship with our environment on a large scale. Main Fundraising Event: AMIkids Big Cypress Annual Golf Scramble
AVOW HOSPICE INC. We are a nonprofit hospice that cares for those who are terminally ill; we also support the families of our patients and anyone in the community who has lost a loved one. For pet owners, we are a caring resource when a pet dies.
BABY BASICS
OF COLLIER COUNTY INC. We provide and distribute diapers and kindness to children from low-income working families in Collier County and Bonita Springs; 100 percent of donated funds go directly to the purchase of diapers.
Main Fundraising Event: Butterfly Ball Date: April 9, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Baby Basics Biking and Walking Challenge
Location: Kensington Country Club, Naples
Date: February 12, 2011
Years Held Previously: 2
Location: North Collier Regional Park, Naples
Date: December 11, 2010 Location: Bonita Bay East Course, Bonita Springs Years Held Previously: 6 Theme/Description of Event: Shotgun start scramble, lunch and awards.
Theme/Description of Event: Dining, dancing, silent auction and a pre-event awards reception to support our programs for patients, their families and the community at large. Chairperson: Marie Harris
Honorary Chairperson: Charlie Vogt
Years Held Previously: 1 Theme/Description of Event: For all ages to bike or walk to help babies; a 25-, 50-, 75-mile ride outside the park; 10-mile ride in the park and a 2- to 6-mile walk, plus food, fun and entertainment.
Ticket Price: $150 Chairperson: Dick Tully Major Sponsor: Heatherwood Construction Ticket Price: $150 Contact: Daniel Washington 25959 Turner River Road Ochopee, FL 34141 Telephone: 239-695-1001 Web: amikids.org
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Contact: Bonnie Dinger 1095 Whippoorwill Lane Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-649-3683 Web: avowhospice.org
Honorary Chairperson: Sheriff Kevin Rambosk Chairpersons: Dick Lynch, Tom Mann Ticket Price: $35 for the ride and $20 for walkers, pledges encouraged Contact: Dick Lynch 8570 Danbury Boulevard, Suite 103 Naples, FL 34120 Telephone: 617-510-4468 Web: babybasicscollier.org
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BONITA SPRINGS CHAPTER OF
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT INC.
SHOES THAT FIT
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA,
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COUNCIL
A national organization created to get new shoes and clothing to schoolchildren in need. The Bonita Springs Chapter was established in 2004.
A nonprofit corporation set up to help residents of Collier County and Bonita Springs with financial assistance for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
One of the nation’s most prominent valuesbased youth development organizations.
Main Fundraising Event: Sixth annual Luncheon & Fashion Show
Main Fundraising Event: Caring Women Bond to Beat Breast Cancer
Main Fundraising Event: Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner and Silent Auction
Date: February 14, 2011
Date: February 11, 2011
Date: November 15, 2010
Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Years Held Previously: 8 Years Held Previously: 19
Years Held Previously: 5 Theme/Description of Event: Fashions by Dillard’s, Coconut Point, raffles and silent auction. Each guest will have the opportunity to select a “Kid Card” and outfit a local elementary schoolchild.
Theme/Description of Event: “Love and Laughter,” luncheon, silent auction and raffles. Chairperson: Mimi Scofield Major Sponsors: Arthur Ashley Williams Foundation, Naples Illustrated, Saks Fifth Avenue
Honorary Chairperson: Pat Leggett Chairperson: Dianne Hastings
Theme/Description of Event: Award is presented annually by the Southwest Florida Council to individuals who have rendered outstanding service to our community. The 20th anniversary of the dinner is in conjunction with celebrating the 100 years of scouting. The honoree is Sam Galloway Jr. Honorary Chairperson: T. Wayne Miller
Ticket Price: $135 Major Sponsors: Dillard’s, Coconut Point; FineMark National Bank & Trust, Estero
Chairperson: Guy Whitesman Contact: Mimi Scofield 4330 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-417-4600 Web: bbbcsi.org
Ticket Price: $75 Contact: Elle Albertson, 239-498-0551 PO Box 1257, Estero, FL 33928 Telephone 239-949-2986 Web: leggettshoefooundation.com
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
The American Heart Association’s Circle of Red event leading up to the Go Red For Women Luncheon included wine and chocolate tasting, heart-healthy advice from Kathy Shierling and a VIP tour of Norman Love’s chocolate factory.
Ticket Price: $300 per person, $2,000 for table of eight Contact: Greg Graham 1801 Boy Scout Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907 Telephone: 239-936-8072 Web: swflcouncilbsa.org
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF COLLIER COUNTY
Youth development organization that serves children aged 6-18. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
Mission of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice is to fight poverty, strengthen families and build communities. Agency services and programs shall ensure human dignity and enhance the quality of life for all. Main Fundraising Event: Emerald Ball
Main Fundraising Event: Fore-the-Kids Golf Tournament 2010 Date: November 6, 2010 Location: Golf Club at Fiddler’s Creek, Naples
CENTER FOR THE ARTS
OF BONITA SPRINGS Located on a 10-acre campus dedicated to visual and performing arts, we are committed to enrich the culture of our diverse communities by providing opportunities for artistic expression, education and appreciation in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Date: March 19, 2011 Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Gala—Cabaret 2011 Date: January 29, 2011
Years Held Previously: 25 Location: Bonita Bay Club, Bonita Springs
Years Held Previously: 6 Theme/Description of Event: Includes lunch on the terrace, 18-hole tournament, cocktail reception, gourmet awards dinner and a chance to meet and interact with Club kids in a putting tournament.
Theme/Description of Event: Between 400 and 500 guests attend the gala annually. It features silent and live auctions and the James McTague Humanitarian Award. Honorary Chairperson: Bishop Frank J. Dewane
Chairpersons: Mary Osborn, Jane Kerr
Chairperson: Joanne Stahlman
Major Sponsor: Specialists in Urology
Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated
Ticket Price: $1,000 per player; $4,000 per foursome
Ticket Price: $250 per person
Years Held Previously: 13 Theme/Description of Event: Our 14th annual gala theme is “Cabaret,” an elegant evening featuring cocktail reception, unique cabaret performers, dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions. Chairperson: Kimberly Philbin Ticket Price: $175, $250 patron
Contact: Mary Boyce-Johnson 7500 Davis Boulevard, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-325-1765 Web: bgccc.com
Contact: Michelle Diaz 2210 Santa Barbara Boulevard Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-455-2655 Web: catholiccharitiescc.org
Contact: Susan Bridges, President 26100 Old 41 Road Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Telephone: 239-495-8989 Web: artcenterbonita.org
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The Naples Botanical Garden celebrated the grand opening of the garden with a week’s worth of private and public celebrations. Events included a Hats in the Garden patron party at Marissa Collections, opening gala at the garden, Hats in the Garden, a Royal Palm Society Brunch, and an event at Waterside Shops with artist Romero Britto. Hats in the Garden featured designer Oscar de la Renta and a fashion show of his spring collection brought by Marissa Collections, with hair and makeup by the Philip Douglas Salon team. Naples Illustrated was among sponsors. 1. Oscar de la Renta, Marissa Hartington 2. Vicky and David Smith 3. Amy Hills Baier, Jay Hartington, Darby Hills 4. Myra Janco Daniels
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CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER
CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY OF FLORIDA, SOUTHWEST DIVISION
OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Our mission is to minimize trauma to abused children and enhance families’ capabilities to provide a safe environment. This is achieved through a cooperative, multidisciplinary team approach to the identification, intervention and treatment of child abuse and neglect.
We provide child-abuse prevention programs in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties. Programs include pregnancy counseling and infant adoptions, independent living for teens in foster care, case management for developmentally disabled children and adults, early learning center programs, healthy families Collier/ Lee, and Cribs for Kids.
The only accredited children’s hospital between Miami and Tampa. More than 5,000 children were admitted last year from Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties.
Main Fundraising Event: FORE the Children Charity Golf Invitational
Location: Third Street South, Naples
OF COLLIER COUNTY
Main Fundraising Event: The Beach Ball Date: February 26, 2011
THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Main Fundraising Event: Third on Canvas Date: Painting Days February 14 and 15, Auction February 20
Years Held Previously: 3
Location: The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Date: April 2011
Years Held Previously: 14
Location: Fort Myers
Theme/Description of Event: The CAC Gala will be a classic Florida beach party on the Watkins Lawn of the Naples Beach Hotel. The evening will include sunset cocktails, dining and dancing under the stars, beach games, live and silent auctions, and a live band. Kick off your shoes and dance the night away!
Years Held Previously: 3
Chairpersons: Dan and Shari Summers
Ticket Price: TBD
Ticket Price: $250
Contact: Jacqueline House 1940 Maravilla Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33901 Telephone: 239-275-3049 Web: chsfl.org/southwest
Theme/Description of Event: Scramble Best Ball Format Golf Event.
Theme/Description of Event: Third Street South Merchants Association hosts this event to benefit The Children’s Hospital. Painting Days feature 60 artists, painting in the Third Street South shopping district. During the Auction, enjoy a Taste of Third Buffet as works are sold via live and silent auction.
Honorary Chairperson: Jake Stephens Chairperson: Jody Rosenbaum Major Sponsor: Gartner Inc. Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated Ticket Price: TBD
Contact: Deanna Fitzgerald 1036 Sixth Avenue North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-263-8383 Web: CACcollier.org
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Contact: Stephen R. Wheeler 9800 South HealthPark Drive, Suite 210 Fort Myers, FL 33908 Telephone: 239-985-3550 Web: LeeMemorial.org
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CHRISTMAS-BYTHE-COVE All proceeds are distributed via grants to local Collier County charities. Main Fundraising Event: Christmas-by-theCove Christmas Market Date: November 20, 2010
CLASSIC CHAMBER CONCERTS Founded in 1995 to provide exceptional chamber music at affordable prices and to educate and encourage young people to enjoy classical music, knowing they will be the audiences of the future. Main Fundraising Event: Let Us Entertain You, with Maestro William Noll and Friends
COLLIER SPAY NEUTER CLINIC CSNC is Southwest Florida’s only highquality, high-volume, affordable spay/neuter clinic. Through a solution-based approach to the pet overpopulation crisis, CSNC has placed Naples on track to become a no-kill city where pets are no longer destroyed simply because they are homeless.
Location: Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church
Date: March 8, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: MardiPaws Pet Parade & Ball
Years Held Previously: 54 years
Location: Private club in Naples
Date: February 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Charming boutiques featuring designer jewelry and clothing, holiday apparel, toys, antiques, gourmet foods, holiday decorations, gifts, and unique Golden Elephant and Trinity Treasure items.
Years Held Previously: 13
Location: Naples
Theme/Description of Event: Let Us Entertain You, a gala gourmet luncheon and Maestro Noll’s musical entertainment, including some very special surprises!
Years Held Previously: 1
Chairpersons: Sandy Clausen, Linda Bennie
Chairperson: Helen Noble Major Sponsor: Hyonja Lee Abrons
Major Sponsors: Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church, Naples Ticket Price: No charge Contact: Polly W. Butler 553 Galleon Drive, Naples, 34102 Telephone: 239-262-6581
Ticket Price: $95 Contact: Susan A. Mainwaring Executive Director P.O. Box 7854, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-434-8505 Web: ClassicChamberConcerts.org
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A grand bazaar at Simone and Scott Lutgert’s home was held to benefit the Children’s Museum, and included jewelry by Yossi Harari from Marissa Collections, sweets by Norman Love, and Sultan’s Palace decor by 50 Fifty Creative Services. A live auction of a trip to Paris fashion shows with Marissa and Jay Hartington of Marissa Collections brought the total raised by the Great Venetian Duck Race to $250,000 for the museum. 1. Moe Kent, Ally Loos, Lu Drackett, Dot Kent 2. Kirsten Ferrara, Al Rupp 3. Linda Malone, Shirlene Elkins 4. Decor by 50 Fifty Creative Services
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Theme/Description of Event: MardiPaws Pet Parade & Ball is a Mardi Gras-themed event where Naples is transformed into New Orleans! Pets in costume are judged to crown the 2011 King, Queen and Court of MardiPaws! The parade is followed by the Ball for humans, featuring a band from New Orleans. Ticket Price: N/A Contact: Pallas Diaz 2544 Northbrooke Plaza Drive Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-514-SNIP (7647) Web: collierspayneuter.org
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
OF COLLIER COUNTY The Foundation provides strategic philanthropy for donors and nonprofit organizations to strengthen our community forever. Main Fundraising Event: The Annual Women of Initiative Awards Luncheon
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES
CONSERVANCY OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
FINANCIAL AID PROGRAM
An independent, nondenominational, college preparatory day school educating students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12. The CSN Financial Aid Program raises funds and provides educational opportunities for qualified students with demonstrated need.
Grassroots environmental organization founded in 1964 to protect the region’s water, land, wildlife and future through the synergistic efforts of environmental education, policy and advocacy, science and research, and wildlife rehabilitation.
Main Fundraising Event: The Angel Ball
Main Fundraising Event: Magic Under the Mangroves
Date: November 6, 2010
Date: March 3, 2011
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Location: Cap d’Antibes at Pelican Bay, Naples
Date: April 5, 2011 Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club Years Held Previously: 2 Years Held Previously: 25 Theme/Description of Event: The Women of Initiative Awards recognizes 10 women who, through their voluntary charitable activities, have helped improve the wellbeing of citizens in Collier County. Honorary Chairpersons: Mana Holtz, Mary Baron, Jane Billings, Lynn Ferraina, Christine Flynn, Sue Huff, Suzie Lount, Lisa Merritt, Gerry Moss, JoAnn Remington, Sharon von Arx Ticket Price: $125 Contact: Susan Utz 2400 Tamiami Trail North Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-649-5000 Web: cfcollier.org
Years Held Previously: 6 Theme/Description of Event: The Angel Ball, “Together We Are One,” emphasizes the importance of diversity in our school and the need for financial aid. The theme pulls from the idea of “Roots and Wings,” roots for our children to be grounded and wings for them to soar.
Theme/Description of Event: A magnificent eco-chic celebration of the magic of nature with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, dinner and live auction, plus the “Eagle” award to a citizen who represents leadership in environmental protection.
Chairpersons: Jennifer and Bobby Sullivan; Nic and Ann Neumann; Wallie and Gary Lenchner; Elise and Mark Burfield; Dot and Moe Kent
Chairperson: Nancy White Major Sponsors: Northern Trust, Gulf Bay
Ticket Price: $500
Ticket Price: $550 individual, patron $3,500-$50,000
Contact: Carla Costa 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-597-7575 Web: communityschoolnaples.org
Contact: Rob Moher 1450 Merrihue Drive, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239.262.0304 Web: conservancy.org
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CULINARY & HOSPITALITY
EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC. Founded and supported by Bonita Springs and Naples chapters of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs to serve the culinary and hospitality arts professions with scholarships, awards, financial incentives and skills development opportunities for deserving individuals. Main Fundraising Event: Gala and Auction Date: March 22, 2011
CUREPSP FOUNDATION
FOR PSP-CBD AND RELATED BRAIN DISEASES Our mission: “Increase awareness of progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, and related brain diseases; fund research toward cure and prevention; educate health-care professionals; and provide support, information and hope for affected persons and their families.” Main Fundraising Event: Naples PSP Awareness Walk
Location: Bay Colony Country Club, Naples
DAVID LAWRENCE FOUNDATION Established in 1976, the David Lawrence Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that was created primarily to generate philanthropic support for the operations and growth of the David Lawrence Center and to help meet the mental health needs of Collier County. Main Fundraising Event: India: An Exotic Journey Date: January 14, 2011 Location: The Naples Yacht Club
Date: January 16, 2011 Years Held Previously: 7
Years Held Previously: 4 Location: Naples Tennis & Resort Club
Theme/Description of Event: The evening will include a silent auction of select wines, fabulous local restaurants, and coveted objects and services. There will also be a limited live auction with trips and great wines. In Chaîne tradition, a gourmet dinner will be served.
Years Held Previously: 6 Theme/Description of Event: A 1.8-mile walk to support families affected by PSP— progressive supranuclear palsy, CBD—corticobasal degeneration, and related brain diseases. Lunch, T-shirts and prizes provided.
Theme/Description of Event: Come and travel to India: An Exotic Journey. Black-tie or East Indian Attire. Cocktail reception, dinner and entertainment by Powerhouse. Honorary Chairpersons: Beverly and Art Cherry Ticket Price: $500 per person
Chairperson: Sandi Moran Chairperson: Joan Reifler Ticket Price: $300 Ticket Price: Registration $20 Contact: Judy Hushon 1659 Chinaberry Court, Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-643-6222
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Contact: Monica Biondo 6075 Bathey Lane, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-304-3505 Web: davidlawrencecenter.org
NAPLES BACKYARD HISTORY
Sea Salt hosted a series of Guest Bartender events to benefit charities. Bob Harden, Susan McManus and Sharon Kenny poured, with tips and a portion of proceeds benefiting Naples Backyard History. 1. Ron Ciesla, Lois Bolin, Karen Ciesla 2. Bob Harden, Lili Montes 3. Gary Price, Pam Watson, Sharon Kenny, Burt Hartington 4. Susan McManus, Brenda O’Connor, Michele Klinowski 5. Kathryn Taubert, Lila Astroff
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DRUG FREE COLLIER (SUBSTANCE ABUSE COALITION OF COLLIER COUNTY)
Organization works to save and change lives by educating the community. We promote juvenile substance-abuse prevention and education, and seek solutions to the problem of youth drug and alcohol use.
EARL MORRALL
NFL ALUMNI CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC Benefits Southwest Florida children’s charities and The Jackson Laboratory in the search for cures against childhood diseases. Main Fundraising Event: Golf Tournament
EDEN AUTISM SERVICES FLORIDA Mission is to improve the lives of individuals with autism and support their families by providing community-based services to meet needs throughout the lifespan, such as early intervention, school program, inhome and clinic-based behavioral therapy, and consultations.
Date: March 13-14, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Community Awareness Luncheon
Location: The Golf Lodge at The Quarry, Naples
Date: March 3, 2011
Years Held Previously: 10
Location: Hilton Naples
Theme/Description of Event: Golf, pretournament dinner, post-tournament awards luncheon, with celebrities from the NFL Alumni and the Miami Dolphins 1972 Perfect Season Team.
Main Fundraising Event: Naples Invitational Art Fest Date: January 29-30, 2011 Location: Fleischmann Park, Naples
Years Held Previously: 2 Theme/Description of Event: The luncheon raises awareness of juvenile substance abuse. Guest speaker is Robert Stutman, a 25-year veteran of the Drug Enforcement Administration and consultant on substance abuse for CBS News.
Honorary Chairperson: Earl Morrall Chairpersons: Jane Morrall, Renee Relf, Diane Fischer, Ed Reilly
Chairpersons: Hon. Lauren L. Brodie, Christine Holmes, Patricia Scoville
Major Sponsors: First Financial Employee Leasing, The Golf Lodge at The Quarry
Ticket Price: Individual tickets $50; sponsorships from $1,000
Ticket Price: $2,500 per foursome, $650 individual
Contact: Anne Frazier PO Box 770759, Naples, FL 34107 Telephone: 239-377-0535 Web: drugfreecollier.org
Contact: Renee Relf or Diane Fischer 6020 Autumn Oaks Lane, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-287-3964, 239-287-3954 Web: nflalumni.org/charity.aspx
Years Held Previously: 13 Theme/Description of Event: Top-ranking juried show with artists from around the United States and Canada features fine art, museum-quality fine crafts, food court from local vendors, and unique “Art for Autism” silent auction filled with works donated by artists in the show for scholarships. Chairperson: Jill Spanbauer Ticket Price: $5 donation requested, children free Contact: Tairesa Malloy 24860 Burnt Pine Drive Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Telephone: 239-992-4680 Web: edenflorida.org
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EDISON STATE COLLEGE Dedicated to providing affordable higher education to Southwest Florida. “The state college with a community focus.”
EDUCATION FOUNDATION
OF COLLIER COUNTY
EDUCATION FOUNDATION
OF COLLIER COUNTY
Founded in 1990, The Education Foundation of Collier County is an independent, not-for-profit organization that engages our community and schools in pursuit of a quality education for every student.
Additional listing.
Location: Saks Fifth Avenue, Waterside Shops, Naples
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Main Fundraising Event: 21st Annual Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Celebration
Years Held Previously: 8
Date: May 3, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Leadership in Fostering Education lunch event honors the nominee who has exemplified, promoted or supported education in Collier County through advocacy and philanthropy.
Location: Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: L.I.F.E. Award (Leadership in Fostering Education) Date: February 24, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: If the Shoe Fits Date: December 1, 2010
Years Held Previously: 7
Chairperson: Rachel Gutman
Years Held Previously: 20 Theme/Description of Event: Join in this community-wide celebration of teaching and education.
Major Sponsor: Northern Trust
Theme/Description of Event: Shoes and shopping bring about 300 guests together for a unique, fun evening while raising money to support a wonderful cause—the Take Stock in Children Scholarship and Mentoring Program. Honoring 2010 Glass Slipper Recipient Kathleen Passidomo. Major Sponsors: Naples Illustrated, SunTrust Bank, Vernon-Healy
Honorary Chairperson: Alan Horton Ticket Price: $150 Contact: Nicole Angelo 7007 Lely Cultural Parkway Naples, FL 34113 Telephone: 239-432-1210 Web: edison.edu/foundation
Ticket Price: $100 per person Major Sponsor: Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union/Suncoast for Kids Foundation Ticket Price: $250 per person Contact: Susan McManus 3606 Enterprise Avenue, Suite 150, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-643-4755 Web: EducationForCollier.org
Contact: Susan McManus 3606 Enterprise Avenue, Suite 150, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-643-4755 Web: EducationForCollier.org
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EDUCATION FOUNDATION
EMPOWERMENT ALLIANCE
OF COLLIER COUNTY
ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION, NAPLES BRANCH
OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Additional listing. Main Fundraising Event: Men of Distinction Golf Tournament and Dinner Date: February 11 (golf), and 17 (dinner), 2011
Works in partnership with public and private organizations and private donors to help low-income individuals and families in Southwest Florida build better lives through home ownership, education and foreclosure prevention counseling and assistance.
Promoting scholarship and the advancement of knowledge through the effective use of English in an expanding global community. The Naples Branch works toward these goals by sponsoring Shakespeare competitions in high schools, awarding English teachers with fellowships, providing direct grants to English teachers and other programs.
Main Fundraising Event: Legends and Lore Location: The Quarry of Naples (golf tournament), Hilton Naples (awards dinner)
Date: November 20, 2010
Years Held Previously: 11 (golf), 9 (dinner)
Location: Naples Botanical Garden
Theme/Description of Event: Golf on ACE Group Classic tournament-ready course. Dinner honors 10 men for outstanding service to the Collier County community.
Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Main Fundraising Event: Churchill Dinner Date: March 8, 2011 Location: A private club in Naples
Chairpersons: Golf tournament—John Brooks, Kevin Rooney
Chairperson: Edward Olesky
Major Sponsors: PNC Wealth Management, The Journals, Hilton Naples, The ACE Group Classic Ticket Price: $200 per person, $900 per foursome with hole sponsorship; dinner $125 per person Contact: Susan McManus 3606 Enterprise Avenue, Suite 150, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-643-4755 Web: EducationForCollier.org
Ticket Price: $50 Contact: Louetta Muller 750 South Fifth Street Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-658-3315 Web: easfonline.org
Theme/Description of Event: Black-tie dinner celebrating the life of Sir Winston Churchill. This year there will be a presentation by Lady Aurelia Young, wife of Sir George Young, MP. She will speak about her father, Oscar Nemon, Churchill’s sculptor. Chairperson: Alice Childs Major Sponsor: Northern Trust Ticket Price: $250 Contact: Kevin Pendley PMB 22, PO Box 413005 Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-434-2440 Web: http://esuus.org
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Years Held Previously: 15 years Theme/Description of Event: Legends and Lore will be an evening of stories about our rich history in Southwest Florida.
THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION
The Immokalee Foundation 2009 Charity Classic “Fiesta of Fun: A Cultural Celebration” dinner and auction and the Charity Classic Pro-Am Golf Tournament, sponsored by Naples Illustrated, raised more than $1 million to benefit the children of Immokalee. The gala was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, and the golf tournament took place at Bay Colony Golf Club. 1. Iain Mossman, Chris Gray, Don O’Neill, George Lorch 2. Marie Stonesifer 3. Mosey and Don Gunther 4. Ellen O’Neill, Louise Penta 7. Gary and Kathy Bigham
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FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY
FIRST BOOK-COLLIER COUNTY
FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
Mission is to develop students with Christian character and a biblical worldview. First Baptist Academy is also a Kingdom Education school, dedicated to the “life-long Biblebased, Christ-centered process of leading a child to Christ, building a child up in Christ and equipping a child to serve Christ.”
First Book-Collier County provides new books to children in need, addressing one of the most important factors affecting literacy—access to books. First Book provides a steady stream of books to children of low-income families to read, take home and share.
Encourages, solicits, receives and administers gifts for scientific, educational and charitable purposes, all for the advancement of Florida Gulf Coast University.
Main Fundraising Event: Friends of the Lion Annual Fundraising Auction
Main Fundraising Event: Private Butlered Tour and Luncheon at Mar-a-Lago
Date: January 15, 2011
Date: March 4, 2011
Date: February 8, 2011
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Location: First Baptist Church, Naples
Location: Palm Beach
Years Held Previously: 9
Years Held Previously: 7
Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Theme/Description of Event: Annual event includes hors d’oeuvres and live and silent auctions. Proceeds help provide a Kingdom Education for students who would not otherwise be able to attend the academy. Honorary Chairperson: Forrest Head
Theme/Description of Event: Join us for a private butlered tour and luncheon at Mar-a-Lago Club, former home of Marjorie Merriweather Post in Palm Beach, followed by shopping on Worth Avenue. Private bus trip from Naples with all the amenities is included. Reservations are limited.
Theme/Description of Event: The signature event of Florida Gulf Coast University is an evening of fine dining and entertainment; your participation and generosity help transform dreams into possibilities by providing scholarships for deserving students.
Chairperson: Tom Rider
Chairpersons: Nora Kolmer, Donna Eskra
Ticket Price: N/A
Ticket Price: $500
Contact: Shannon Beam 3000 Orange Blossom Drive Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-597-2233 Web: fbalions.org
Contact: Nora Kolmer, 239-598-9598 c/o Community Foundation of Collier County, 2400 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 300, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-263-6687 Web: firstbookcolliercounty.org
Main Fundraising Event: The President’s Celebration
Honorary Chairperson: Steve L. Magiera Chairperson: Donald A. Lesch
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Ticket Price: Various sponsorships available Contact: Michele Kroffke 10501 FGCU Boulevard South, Fort Myers, Florida 33965-6565 Telephone: 239-590-1074 Web: fgcu.edu/foundation
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1. Glass Slipper alumni Debra Wallace, Monica Baker, Rachel Gutman, Allyson Loos, Emily Bua, Mary Lynn Hill, Linda Morton 2. Rachel Erler, Jennifer Cheng 3. Monica Baker, Kristin Cartwright 4. Deborah Urbaniak, Joanne Walsh
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Saks Fifth Avenue at Waterside Shops hosted If the Shoe Fits to benefit the Education Foundation of Collier County. The evening, sponsored by Naples Illustrated, included shopping, jewelry by A. Jaron Fine Jewelry, hors d’oeuvres by McCormick & Schmick’s, the signature Shoe-tini, fashion lectures, and presentation of the Glass Slipper Award to Allyson Loos.
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FOR THE LOVE OF CATS
FOSTER CARE COUNCIL
OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC.
Dedicated to saving cats and kittens in the community. We are a no-kill, all-volunteer shelter and rescue group operating through the generous donations of the community.
Enriches the lives of children who are removed from their homes due to abandonment, serious neglect or abuse. Main Fundraising Event: Comedy Gala
Main Fundraising Event: Hairball Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction
FREEDOM WATERS FOUNDATION Provides boating opportunities and marine education for people with disabilities, lifethreatening illnesses, youth at risk and others with special needs. Main Fundraising Event: Day of Pirates’ Fun and Treasures
Date: December 5, 2010 Date: November 14, 2010
Date: April 9, 2011
Location: Island Country Club, Marco Island
Location: Sugden Community Theatre, Naples
Location: Tin City, Naples
Years Held Previously: 4
Years Held Previously: 9
Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Theme/Description of Event: The “Hairball” dinner and silent auction will be hosted by Bill Wood from Fox 4 News Rising. Enjoy a gourmet dinner at an exclusive country club while bidding on silent auction items. Proceeds help rescue and nurture cats and kittens abandoned in the community.
Theme/Description of Event: Two top national comedians donate their talents to benefit local children in foster care. Includes silent auction and wine and hors d’oeuvres reception. Honorary Chairperson: Dr. Les Schultzel
Theme/Description of Event: A day of pirate fun and treasures for children and adults. View the Niña and Pinta replica ships, pirate movies, children’s costume contest, and other wonderful surprises. This is the kick-off event for a Night of Pirates’ Treasures in fall 2011.
Honorary Chairperson: Bill Wood
Ticket Price: $125
Chairpersons: Sharon Julian, Debra Frenkel
Chairperson: Linda Levine
Contact: Jennifer Weidenbruch 5051 Castello Drive, Suite 21 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-262-1808 Web: fostercarecouncil.org
Major Sponsors: Tin City, Cruise Naples, MarineMax Naples, Pinchers Crab Shack
Major Sponsor: Marco Island Marriott Resort & Spa Ticket Price: $90
Ticket Price: TBD Contact: Debra Frenkel 895 10th Street South, Suite 302-D, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-248-1120 Web: freedomwatersfoundation.org
Contact: Jan Rich P.O. Box 1777, Marco Island, FL 34146 Telephone: 239-642-8674 Web: http://floridacatrescue.com
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FRIENDS OF ART
AT THE PATTY & JAY BAKER NAPLES MUSEUM OF ART
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
FRIENDS OF ROOKERY BAY
OF COLLIER COUNTY
Volunteer support group that promotes the Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art. Proceeds from fundraising events benefit the museum’s exhibitions, lectures, educational programs and endowment.
Has provided more than 50 years of financial support to Collier County Public Library branches by underwriting for capital construction, adult and children’s programs, books, equipment and other needs.
Main Fundraising Event: Artists’ Studio Tour
Main Fundraising Event: 2011 Nick Linn Lecture Series
Date: March 13-14, 2011
Date: January 17, February 7 and 21, March 28, 2011
Our mission is to connect people with Southwest Florida’s dynamic estuarine environment through education, engagement and stewardship by supporting the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Main Fundraising Event: Batfish Bash for the Bay Date: March 12, 2011 Location: Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples
Location: Various homes/studios in the Naples area
Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Years Held Previously: 15
Years Held Previously: 8
Theme/Description of Event: Visit the homes or studios of five local artists. Meet the artists and view the work environments that contributed to the creative process and purchase works directly from the artist.
Theme/Description of Event: Lectures and lunch, featuring acclaimed literary talents, including Nicholas Sparks, Adriana Trigiani, William Martin and James Grippando.
Years Held Previously: 1 Theme/Description of Event: A casual evening featuring Batfish Brew and hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, sunset on the bridge, Old Florida fare and dancing. Honorary Chairperson: Lavern N. Gaynor
Chairperson: Carla Higdon
Chairpersons: C. A. “Nick” Linn, Larry Caliguiri
Ticket Price: $40 on March 13 with refreshments, $55 March 14 with luncheon
Major Sponsors: Naples Daily News, FineMark National Bank
Contact: Customer Service Philharmonic Center 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-597-1900 Web: ThePhil.org
Ticket Price: $250-$550 for series tickets; individual lecture tickets avaliable
Ticket Price: $150-$250
Contact: Linda Fasulo, Executive Director 650 Central Avenue, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-262-8135 Web: collier-friends.org
Contact: Robin DeMattia 300 Tower Road, Naples, FL 34113 Telephone: 239-417-6310 Web: http://rookerybay.org
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FUN TIME EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY
GARDEN OF HOPE AND COURAGE
Providing safe, affordable, quality child care and early childhood education for children of low-income working families for the past 50 years, preparing children for kindergarten ready to read and learn. In 2009, Fun Time children scored in the top 20 percent of all Collier County kindergartners.
The 2.5-acre healing garden located on the downtown campus of the NCH Healthcare System. In memory of Jan Emfield, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 1994, the garden provides a sanctuary for patients, families and health-care providers.
Main Fundraising Event: 50th Birthday Party
Main Fundraising Event: Little Black Dress Garden Party
GOLISANO CHILDREN’S
MUSEUM OF NAPLES Scheduled to open in 2011 at North Collier Regional Park, the museum will be Southwest Florida’s first learning environment devoted exclusively to child’s play, the serious business of discovery that helps children attain hallmark milestones on the journey into adulthood. Main Fundraising Event: Yabba Island Pirate Ball
Date: February 22, 2011 Date: February 12, 2011 Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Location: Garden of Hope and Courage, Naples
Years Held Previously: N/A
Years Held Previously: 1
Theme/Description of Event: A whimsical party celebrating the past 50 years of Fun Time as well as the next 50. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, silent and live auctions.
Theme/Description of Event: A “ladies only” event consisting of a cocktail reception in the Garden of Hope and Courage, silent auction, and more followed by a “dinner in motion,” taking attendees to various Naples restaurants.
Date: May 4, 2011 Location: Yabba Island Grill, Naples Years Held Previously: 6
Chairpersons: Laurie Emfield, Bunny D’Amico
Theme/Description of Event: Culinary Concept’s Karma Club selected the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples as the beneficiary of the annual Yabba Island Pirate Ball. More than 200 guests are expected to arrive dressed in their pirate best for a night of bidding to benefit the museum.
Major Sponsor: Fifth Third Bank
Major Sponsors: PNC Wealth Management, Naples Illustrated
Major Sponsors: Culinary Concepts, Iberia Bank
Ticket Price: $250 and up
Ticket Price: $300
Ticket Price: $350
Contact: Franny Kain 102 12th Street North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-261-8284 Web: funtimeacademy.org
Contact: Amy Lane 1177 Third Street South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-434-6697 Web: gardenofhopeandcourage.org
Contact: Joe Cox PO Box 2423, Naples, FL 34106 Telephone: 239-514-0084 Web: cmon.org
Honorary Chairpersons: Mike Watkins, Ellin Goetz Chairperson: Valerie Trotman
NAMI
Kathy Cronkite, author and advocate, spoke at the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Collier County’s 22nd Annual Symposium at the Hilton Naples. Cronkite also attended a private reception at the home of Rosemary Pace.
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GRACE PLACE
FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES A faith-based, nonprofit neighborhood education center teaching literacy, language and life skills to at-risk children and impoverished families in Golden Gate City.
GREATER NAPLES AAUW CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC.
GREATER NAPLES ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC
Supports the American Association of University Women’s philanthropies “to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.” Locally, the foundation provides scholarships to women over 21.
Members are local alumnae of collegiate sororities belonging to the National Panhellenic Conference. GNAP holds meetings monthly, and gives awards and scholarships to Collier County high school senior girls who plan to attend universities with these national sororities.
Main Fundraising Event: Women of Achievement Benefit & Luncheon
Main Fundraising Event: Fashion Show and Luncheon
Date: March 10, 2011
Date: February 19, 2011
Location: Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples
Location: The Country Club of Naples
Years Held Previously: 13
Years Held Previously: 14
Major Sponsor: Kiwanis Club of Pelican Bay
Theme/Description of Event: Luncheon honors local women of achievement. Presentations highlight each woman’s important role in the Naples area. Drawings and silent auctions are part of the entertainment.
Theme/Description of Event: Luncheon and fashion show provided by Coldwater Creek and modeled by GNAP members. Auction with items donated by members and local businesses.
Ticket Price: $75
Chairperson: Ellen Granger
Chairperson: Betty Hough
Contact: Rev. Stephanie Munz Campbell PO Box 990531, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-455-2707 Web: graceplacenaples.org
Major Sponsor: Greater Naples AAUW Charitable Foundation Inc.
Ticket Price: $40
Main Fundraising Event: Mardi Gras Casino Night Date: March 4, 2011 Location: Hilton Naples Years Held Previously: 1 Theme/Description of Event: Casino games, Texas Hold’Em tournament, silent auction, dinner and lots of prizes and fun. Chairperson: Richard Weldon
Ticket Price: TBD
Contact: Joanne Fowler 525 Serendipity Drive, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-254-9541
Contact: Ellen Granger P.O. Box 9742, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-569-0929 Web: aauwgnb.org
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Gulfshore Playhouse kicked off its 2009 Charity Golf Classic with a tournament patron cocktail party at Naples Tomato. The combined events raised more than $75,000. 1. Terry and Bob Edwards 2. Christine and Pamela Paddock 3. Irene Horowitz, Kristen Coury, Donna Fiala 4. Brian and Denise Cobb, Bob Harden
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GUADALUPE CENTER Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty by providing educational, social, and other support program and resources. Main Fundraising Event: A Taste of Spain
GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
OF COLLIER COUNTY
To enrich, educate and entertain. Main Fundraising Event: Bubbles, Baubles, and Broadway
Date: January 19, 2011
We partner with low-income families to build and rehabilitate decent housing. Habitat does not give houses away, but sells them to families in need through no-profit loans.
Date: February 8, 2011 Location: Naples Yacht Club Location: Quail West Country Club, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Annual Golf Tournament
Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Date: April 9, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Enjoy an evening of Champagne, delicious culinary delights and superb entertainment in an intimate cabaret setting at the gorgeous new Quail West Country Club. All proceeds to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse.
Location: Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club, Naples
Years Held Previously: 3 Theme/Description of Event: An evening of Spanish culture and cuisine to benefit the educational programs at the Guadalupe Center. Ticket Price: $300, call for sponsorship opportunities Contact: Lisa Morse, Development Director 509 Hope Circle Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-657-7711 Web: guadalupecenter.org
Ticket Price: $250 per person Contact: Kristen Coury Gulfshore Playhouse 755 Eighth Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-261-7529 Web: gulfshoreplayhouse.org
Years Held Previously: 5 Theme/Description of Event: Four-person scramble-style tournament plus breakfast, lunch and prizes. Honorary Chairperson: Dr. Sam Durso Chairperson: Roger Flinn Major Sponsors: Lowry Hill Investments, Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club Ticket Price: $300 per player, sponsorship opportunities available Contact: Jennifer Pash 11145 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34113 Telephone: 239-775-0036 Web: HabitatCollier.com
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HARRY CHAPIN FOOD BANK
OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC. On an annual basis, the Food Bank secures and distributes more than 9.5 million pounds of food to a network of 170 nonprofit agencies in five counties. Main Fundraising Event: WINK News Feeds Families Hunger Walk
HEIL LUTHRINGER FOUNDATION
HEIL LUTHRINGER FOUNDATION
Mission is to provide multiple sclerosis education to afflicted individuals, adult survivors of MS, children of parents afflicted with MS, caregivers and health-care providers, and provide scholarships to students whose parents have MS.
Additional listing.
Main Fundraising Event: Third Annual Hope, Love & Faith 5K Run/Walk for MS
Location: The Golf Lodge at the Quarry, Naples
Date: March 5, 2011
Years Held Previously: 2
Location: Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples
Theme/Description of Event: Havin’ Lotsa Fun!
Years Held Previously: 2
Honorary Chairperson: Dr. Alan S. Galbut
Theme/Description of Event: A beautiful 5K run/walk through Pelican Bay.
Chairpersons: Dr. Debbie Heil, Lisa Luthringer, RN, MSN
Honorary Chairpersons: Dr. Debbie Heil, Lisa Luthringer RN, MSN
Major Sponsor: “Magnificent Stars”
Main Fundraising Event: Third Annual Turkey Shoot Golf Tourney Date: November 21, 2010
Date: January 22, 2011 Location: Miromar Outlet Mall, Estero Years Held Previously: 2 Theme/Description of Event: Bringing awareness about hunger in Southwest Florida and raise funds to support the Food Bank. Honorary Chairperson: Lois Thome Chairpersons: Alexander “Sandy” Robinson, Jo Anna Bradshaw Major Sponsor: WINK News Ticket Price: Sponsor levels $500 to $10,000; Individuals $50 suggested minimum raised per walker
Chairpersons: Dr. Alan S. Galbut, Jill Isaacson MA, LMHC Major Sponsors: Arthrex, Verizon, Family Foot & Leg Center
Ticket Price: $125 individual, $500 foursome Contact: Dr. Debbie Heil 6582 Trail Boulevard, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-592-7020 Web: empowermenteducation.org
Ticket Price: $20 registration fee Contact: Joyce Jacobs 3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Telephone: 239-334-7007 Web: harrychapinfoodbank.org
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The Hospital Ball at Naples Grande Beach Resort, themed “Venetian Voyage,” included one-of-a-kind silent and live auction items, a reception, dinner and dancing, as well as the presentation of the Physician and Nurse of the Year awards. The 2009 gala benefited the NCH Orthopedic Center of Excellence. 1. Dr. Howard Cohen, Physician of the Year 2. Nurse of the Year Erin Raney, Chris Raney 3. Connie and Mike Dillon, Deborah Russell 4. Ron and Kathy Loll, Jo Anna and Dr. Wilson Bradshaw
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HODGES UNIVERSITY Mission is to offer associate, baccalaureate and graduate degrees as well as other programs that enhance the ability of students to achieve life or career objectives. Hodges offers 18 professional disciplines, an ESL program and a Center for Lifelong Learning. Main Fundraising Event: Humanitarian of the Year Awards Luncheon
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
& EDUCATION CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Organization promotes respect and compassion, using its Education Outreach programs and museum collection to teach the history and lessons of the Holocaust.
HOPE FOR HAITI Mission is to improve the quality of life of the Haitian people, particularly children, through education, nutrition and health care. Main Fundraising Event: Annual Gala Date: March 5, 2011 Location: Saint Ann Jubilee Center, Naples
Date: April 14, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Triumph Award Dinner
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Date: March 2011
Years Held Previously: 14
Location: Naples
Theme/Description of Event: The Humanitarian of the Year Award recognizes people who make a beneficial difference in the lives of others. Hodges honors these titans of the community with the award.
Years Held Previously: 3
Major Sponsor: Baird Private Wealth Management
Chairperson: Robert M. Cahners
Theme/Description of Event: Dinner honors people who have overcome adversity and given back to others.
Years Held Previously: 10 Theme/Description of Event: This year’s theme—Passport to Flight of Hope. Hope for Haiti’s annual gala has become known as the “fun gala” of Naples. You will experience an exquisite dining experience, signature drinks, dancing, entertainment by La Mystique, and silent and live auctions. Chairpersons: Candi Thompson, Cassandra Hill Ticket Price: $300 per person
Ticket Price: TBD Ticket Price: TBD Contact: Holly Wilson 2655 Northbrooke Drive, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-598-6159 Web: hodges.edu
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Contact: Amy Snyder, Education Director 4760 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 7 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-263-9200 Web: hmswfl.org
Contact: Elizabeth Davison, Executive Director 1021 Fifth Avenue North Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-434-7183 Web: hopeforhaiti.com
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HOPE HOSPICE
HOPE HOSPICE
Providing end-of-life care, comfort and support for individuals and their families.
HUMANE SOCIETY NAPLES
Additional listing. Main Fundraising Event: Celebration of Women Date: April 28, 2011
Our mission is to shelter animals in times of need, locate life-long homes and promote responsible pet ownership through education, legislation and sterilization.
Location: Bonita Bay Club, Bonita Springs
Location: Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers
Main Fundraising Event: The Pet Lovers Gala
Years Held Previously: 8
Years Held Previously: 3
Date: February 12, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Extravagant cocktail party and dinner.
Theme/Description of Event: Fun-filled, extravagant ladies’ Champagne luncheon, raffles and silent auctions, with all proceeds going to Hope Hospice.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Chairpersons: Sandy Stillwell, Pam Cronin, Rose Rundle
Theme/Description of Event: “My Furry Valentine” celebrates the bond between pets and owners, allowing guests for the first time to bring well-behaved, leashed pets. The evening consists of dinner, music, dancing and silent and live auctions, plus awards to local groups or individuals to recognize efforts on behalf of animals.
Main Fundraising Event: Hearts of Hope Gala Date: February 12, 2011
Chairpersons: Donna Roberts, Etta Smith Ticket Price: $350 Contact: Barbara Brown 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 Telephone: 239-489-9147
Ticket Price: $55 Contact: Barbara Brown 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 Telephone: 239-489-9147 Web: hopehospice.org
Years Held Previously: 10
Honorary Chairperson: Kimberley Speer Miller Chairperson: Kathy King Ticket Price: $275 per person, $50 per pet Contact: Patricia Connell 370 Airport Road North, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-643-1880 Web: hsnaples.org
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THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION Providing sustained educational opportunities for Immokalee’s children, administering programs focused on mentorship, after-school activities, college scholarships, vocational skills and incentives for educational growth.
THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION
IMMOKALEE HOUSING
& FAMILY SERVICES
Additional listing. Our mission is to provide decent, safe and affordable rental housing with supportive social and educational services for farmworkers and other low-income families.
Main Fundraising Event: 2010 Charity Classic Dinner & Auction Date: November 12, 2010
Main Fundraising Event: 2010 Charity Classic Pro-Am Golf Tournament
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Spring “Give Hope” Dinner & Dance
Date: November 15, 2010
Years Held Previously: 4
Date: March 29, 2011
Location: Bay Colony Golf Club, Naples
Location: Hilton Naples
Theme/Description of Event: Pairs 24 pros with 96 of Naples’ most philanthropic golf enthusiasts. Includes a pre-tournament clinic, extraordinary prizes and awards luncheon.
Theme/Description of Event: The 2010 Charity Classic Dinner & Auction celebrates the foundation’s mission in building pathways to success for the young people of Immokalee with an extraordinary evening of fine dining, auctions of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and entertainment by Motown Madness.
Chairperson: Peter Negri
Chairperson: Louise Penta
Chairperson: Howard Agranat
Major Sponsors: Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Fifth Third Bank, Bigham Jewelers, Jaguar Naples and Porsche of Naples, Naples Illustrated, General Electric
Major Sponsors: Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Fifth Third Bank, Bigham Jewelers, Jaguar Naples and Porsche of Naples, Naples Illustrated, General Electric
Ticket Price: $100
Ticket Price: $5,000 per player
Ticket Price: $550 per guest
Contact: Lori Apolito 3960 Radio Road, Suite 207 Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-430-9122 Web: immokaleefoundation.org
Contact: Lori Apolito 3960 Radio Road, Suite 207 Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-430-9122 Web: immokaleefoundation.org
Years Held Previously: 4
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Years Held Previously: Inaugural Theme/Description of Event: The 2011 “Give Hope” evening event will feature live and silent auctions, a delicious dinner, and dancing with performers Cahlua and Cream.
Contact: Tricia Yeggy 2449 Sanders Pines Circle Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-657-8333 Web: IHFServices.org
HUMANE SOCIETY NAPLES
The Divas Have Gone to the Dogs Fashion Show luncheon, sponsored by Ooh! Ooh! Shoes and Philip Douglas Salon to benefit Humane Society Naples, was at Handsome Harry’s Third Street Bistro, Naples. 1. Karel DeCamp, Joan McGlinchey, Jo Christeler 2. Missy McFadden, Elin Raymond 3. Kathleen and John Karpovich 4. Lynne Seawright, Pauline Elliott 5. Steven Leonard, Pat Plescia
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ISLAND COAST AIDS NETWORK (ICAN)
THE JACKSON LABORATORY
JEWISH FEDERATION OF COLLIER COUNTY
ICAN provides vital support services such as food, transportation and counseling to more than 400 AIDS-infected individuals and their families in Southwest Florida; plus we are a leader in the fight to stop the spread of HIV through education and prevention programs.
Our mission is to discover the genetic basis for preventing, treating and curing human disease, and to enable research for the global biomedical community.
A central address for Jewish life in our community, offering fundraising and cultural, educational and social service programs.
Main Fundraising Event: The Discovery Luncheon
Main Fundraising Event: 2011 Annual Community Celebration Date: February 5, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Handbag Happy Hour
Date: March 18, 2011
Date: November 5, 2010
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Location: Miromar Design Center, Estero
Years Held Previously: 3
Years Held Previously: 18
Years Held Previously: 7
Theme/Description of Event: Personalized Medicine: Customizing Cancer Research and Treatment.
Theme/Description of Event: A gala event for the entire community, celebrating 30 years as a UJA/Federation, featuring “The World of Jewtopia,” a funny, one-of-a-kind, dazzling multimedia presentation.
Theme/Description of Event: Evening features silent and live auctions for handbags, jewelry, men’s gifts and more. Auction items include designer handbags, celebrity handbags and a live fashion show. Chairpersons: June Miller, Angela Schivinsky Major Sponsor: Chico’s Ticket Price: $75
Honorary Chairperson: LuAnn Ballesteros Chairpersons: Renee Relf, Rainey Norins
Honorary Chairpersons: Past presidents of our organization
Ticket Price: $100 per person Contact: Renee Relf or LuAnn Ballesteros 610 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 Telephone: 207-288-6305 Web: jax.org
Chairpersons: Wallie Lenchner, Phyllis Seaman Ticket Price: TBD Contact: David Willens 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 2201, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-263-4205 Web: jewishnaples.org
Contact: J. Mitchell Haley 2231 McGregor Boulevard Fort Myers, FL 33901 Telephone: 239-337-2391 Web: icanswfl.org
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Patty Baker and Katherine Pallas hosted a presentation by Saks Fifth Avenue with a personal appearance by designer Zac Posen and a show of his Spring collection. The event, an auction item at the Seacrest Gala for Treasures, took place atop the Regent in Park Shore and included a luncheon. 1. Simone Lutgert, Heidi Farrugia, Linda Malone, Bonnie Phillips 2. Patty Baker, Zac Posen, Katherine Pallas 3. Joanne Walsh, Lynne Powell 4. Rebekah modeling 5. Elizabeth Star
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JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION, FLORIDA SUNCOAST CHAPTER
JDRF’s mission is to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Main Fundraising Event: Fifth Annual Hope Gala “The Sunset Ball”
THE LEAGUE CLUB
LEGAL AID SERVICE OF COLLIER COUNTY
Women strengthening communities through fellowship, education, volunteerism and philanthropy. Main Fundraising Event: Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help
Private, nonprofit law firm provides free legal services on civil legal matters to eligible lowincome residents of Collier County. LASCC has offices in Naples and Immokalee, employs eight full-time attorneys, and manages the Collier Lawyers Care Pro Bono Program.
Date: February 11, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Barrister’s Bash
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Date: April 28, 2011
Years Held Previously: N/A
Location: Hilton Naples
Theme/Description of Event: Luncheon and presentation by Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help.
Years Held Previously: 2
COMMUNITY TRUST FUND
Date: February 19, 2011 Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Years Held Previously: 4 Theme/Description of Event: Help us “Set the Sun” on Type 1 at the fifth annual Hope Gala, The Sunset Ball.
Chairperson: Ann Westerfield Major Sponsors: The minor League, U.S. Trust
Honorary Chairperson: Jere Fluno Chairpersons: Cheryl Rubinton, Jennifer Lange Major Sponsor: M&I Wealth Management Ticket Price: $400 individual, $750 couple
Ticket Price: $150
Honorary Chairperson: Rep. Kathleen C. Passidomo
Contact: Mary Beth Johns, President 5051 Castello Drive, #240 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-353-3100 Web: theleagueclub.org
Contact: Jeannie Kawcak 868 94th Avenue North, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-992-3840 Web: jdrf.org
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Theme/Description of Event: The signature social event for the local legal community honors those who demonstrate leadership in assisting the poor to gain access to justice in Collier County, includes cocktails, dinner, silent auction and awards.
Chairperson: Kelley Geraghty Price, Esq. Major Sponsor: Hilton Naples Ticket Price: $75 Contact: Jeffrey Ahren, Development Officer 4125 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-775-4555 Web: legalaid.org/collier
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LITERACY VOLUNTEERS
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION
OF COLLIER COUNTY
OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA
The mission of LVCC is to teach illiterate and non-English speaking adults in our community to speak, read and write English.
Provides hope, strength and joy to local children and teens with life-threatening medical conditions by granting their heartfelt wish.
Main Fundraising Event: Dancing with the Stars for Literacy
Main Fundraising Event: Wishmaker’s Ball
MARCH OF DIMES A nonprofit health organization dedicated to improving the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The March of Dimes carries out this mission through programs of research, community services, education and advocacy. Main Fundraising Event: March for Babies
Date: April 23, 2011 Date: November 19, 2010
Date: April 30, 2011
Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Location: Cambier Park, Naples
Years Held Previously: 3
Years Held Previously: 5
Years Held Previously: 38
Theme/Description of Event: Local citizens learn a ballroom dance at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Naples and participate with their professional partners in the “Dancing with the Stars for Literacy” ballroom dance competition, with dinner, auction and live audience voting.
Theme/Description of Event: “Fire and Ice,” the ball brings a taste of South Beach to Southwest Florida, featuring local artisans, fire dancing, ice carving, food, entertainment, and live and silent auctions.
Theme/Description of Event: A 3-mile walk from Cambier Park that continues through beautiful Fifth Avenue South and Old Naples, with live entertainment, food, activities and fun for the entire family.
Honorary Chairperson: Michele Eddy
Major Sponsor: Physicians Regional Medical Center
Major Sponsors: Fred Astaire Dance Studio, Naples; Designs Inspired; Naples Daily News
Chairperson: Connie Martin
Ticket Price: $150
Ticket Price: $175 per person
Contact: Elaine Mayrides 281 Airport Road South, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-262-4448 Web: collierliteracy.org
Contact: Connie Martin 3635 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 4, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Telephone: 239-992-9474 Web: sfla.wish.org
Ticket Price: $25 for adults, $15 for 18 and under, children free
Major Sponsor: Publix
Contact: Norma Eveland, Executive Director 6314 Corporate Court, Suite 140 Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: 239-433-3463 Web: marchofdimes.com/florida
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MS CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
MUSIC FOR MINORS FOUNDATION INC.
A nonprofit local organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for those affected by multiple sclerosis through our wellness and Safe Steps programs, and to cultivate an atmosphere of friendship and support within the MS community.
We provide musical instruments to enrich the lives of deserving children in Lee and Collier counties.
Main Fundraising Event: Tenth Annual Charity Golf Outing
Date: November 8, 2010
Main Fundraising Event: Expanding Horizons Luncheon/Game Day
NAMI NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS
Our mission is to improve the quality of life of the one in four families affected by serious and persistent mental illness through support, education and advocacy. Main Fundraising Event: Ninth Annual Walkathon for NAMI of Collier County and Festival
Location: Village Walk, Bonita Springs Date: March 19, 2011
Date: April 16, 2011 Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Location: Cambier Park, Naples
Location: Quail West Country Club, Naples Theme/Description of Event: Luncheon/ Game Day with musical entertainment by a harpist.
Years Held Previously: 9 Theme/Description of Event: Greens fees, carts and soft drinks, plus buffet lunch, raffle, silent auction and prizes for both golfers and non-golfing guests.
Chairperson: Meryl Wade Major Sponsor: Expanding Horizons
Honorary Chairperson: Jamie Huntington
Ticket Price: TBD
Chairperson: Julie Fisher
Contact: Dorothy Friedenreich P. O. Box 1503 Bonita Springs, FL 34133-1503 Telephone: 239-947-1943 Web: music4minors.org
Years Held Previously: 8 Theme/Description of Event: “Unmasking Mental Illness� Honorary Chairperson: Season 8 American Idol Contestant Matt Giraud Chairperson: Rosemary Pace
Ticket Price: $175 Contact: Jeanne Timmins PO Box 7691, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-435-1901 Web: mscenterswfl.org
Major Sponsor: Tommy August Memorial Fund Ticket Price: N/A Contact: Marsha Litsinger marshanami@aol.com Telephone: 239-434-6726 Web: namicollierco.org
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NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN
World-class tropical garden includes cultivated gardens of Brazil, the Caribbean, and a hands-on interactive Children’s Garden, plus 90 acres of beautifully restored natural habitats. Florida, Asian and Water Gardens open to the public November 13.
Additional listing.
Additional listing.
Main Fundraising Event: Opening Celebration
Main Fundraising Event: Trunk Show in the Garden
Date: November 9, 2010
Date: February 11-12, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Hats in the Garden
Location: Naples Botanical Garden
Location: Naples Botanical Garden
Years Held Previously: 1
Years Held Previously: 8
Theme/Description of Event: An evening of classic Florida style mixed with a bit of the exotic to celebrate the opening of the Karen and Robert Scott Florida Garden, including the Buehler Family Enabling Garden and the Jeannie and Christopher B. Smith Labyrinth; the Marcia and L. Bates Lea Asian Garden; and the Water Garden.
Theme/Description of Event: Naples’ premier shopping extravaganza; vendors come to Naples from across the country to offer unique boutique shopping to fulfill your every wish, from clothing for adults and children to unusual and elegant jewelry and beautiful accessories for your home. A portion of sales benefits the Garden, helping to continue growth in exploration, education, and conservation of our natural landscapes.
Date: November 10, 2010 Location: Naples Botanical Garden Years Held Previously: 6 Theme/Description of Event: A sophisticated luncheon with special guest Carolyne Roehm, author and designer, and a display by Italian jeweler Faraone Mennella.
Chairpersons: Jane Purdy Berger, Leslie K. S. Fogg
Chairpersons: Karen Scott, Vicky Smith Major Sponsors: Northern Trust, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Naples Illustrated
Major Sponsors: Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Naples Illustrated
Chairpersons: Patti Novak, Nancy Rieder Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated
Ticket Price: $250 and up Ticket Price: $500 and up Contact: Meghan Clancy 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-643-7275 Web: naplesgarden.org
Contact: Meghan Clancy 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-643-7275 Web: NaplesGarden.org
Ticket Price: $9.95 per person/$75 Preview Party Contact: Meghan Clancy 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-643-7275 Web: naplesgarden.org
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NAPLES EQUESTRIAN CHALLENGE
NAPLES GARDEN CLUB
Committed to supporting charitable programs that make a profound and sustaining improvement in the physical, emotional, and educational lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County.
We improve the lives of children and adults with special needs through therapeutic riding and other equine-related programs.
The club promotes learning about horticulture, the environment and artistic design of plant material through education, and encourages related careers and community projects through financial support.
EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Main Fundraising Event: Naples Winter Wine Festival Date: January 28-30, 2011 Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples Years Held Previously: 10 Theme/Description of Event: The most successful charity wine auction in the country celebrates “Uncorking a New Decade.”
Main Fundraising Event: Fifth Annual Bootstrap Boogie Barn Dance Date: November 13, 2010
Main Fundraising Event: House & Garden Tour
Location: Covered Arena at Naples Equestrian Challenge, Naples
Date: February 5, 2011
Years Held Previously: 4
Location: Naples Botanical Garden and exceptional Naples Homes
Theme/Description of Event: Western barn dance with live country music, line dancing, mechanical bull rides, hay calf lassoing, tasty vittles and much more.
Years Held Previously: 55 Theme/Description of Event: Tour of four Naples homes and gardens.
Honorary Chairperson: Tish Kriek Kelly Chairpersons: Cynthia and Bruce Sherman
Chairperson: Linda LaRue Brown Chairperson: Brigid Soldavini
Major Sponsors: The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples, NetJets, Fidelity Family Office Services, Goldman Sachs, Premier Properties Ticket Price: $7,500 per couple Contact: Dawn Montecalvo 6200 Shirley Street, Suite 206 Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-514-2239 Web: napleswinefestival.com
Major Sponsors: Naples Botanical Garden, Driftwood Garden Center, Garden District
Major Sponsors: Pfeiffer Law Group, Thermal Wire & Cable, ncolor {salon+boutique2}, Olde Naples Periodontics, Reed Orthodontics, CBS Accounting, Mark Singer, D.M.D., Dr. Junee Gardy, Morton & Wasmer Builders
Ticket Price: $85 general admission, $150 patron Contact: Naples Garden Club Office 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-262-1272 Web: naplesgardenclub.org
Ticket Price: $175 Contact: Peg O’Kane 206 Ridge Drive, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-596-2988 Web: naplesequestrianchallenge.org
NAPLES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Naples Historical Society’s Annual Christmas Gala was an elegant blacktie event featuring dining and entertainment at the fully decorated Palm Cottage and Norris Gardens. 1. Jim Magin, Christine and Terry Flynn, Mitzi Magin, Pat Blankenship 2. The scene 3. Diane Uihlein Koestner, Ted Corbin, Janette Engelhardt 4. Shirley and Michael Benson, Ted and Lindsay Corbin 5. Don Wingard, Eileen and Paul Arsenault, Jeannie Smith, Mary Smith
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NAPLES HISTORICAL SOCIETY A nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Naples history and heritage for the community and future generations to enjoy. Main Fundraising Event: Annual Christmas Gala Date: December 3, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Our mission is to nurture a diverse, artistic cultural experience through a creative, fun, cutting-edge boutique festival, improve shoulder-season economics of Collier County, and promote arts education in schools. Main Fundraising Event: Naples International Film Festival
Location: Historic Palm Cottage, Naples
NAPLES MUSIC CLUB To support music education and performance, provide scholarships, and engage in collaborative outreach efforts within Naples and its neighboring communities. Main Fundraising Event: Stars of the Future Today Date: February 6, 2011 Location: Salon of William Noll, Naples
Date: November 4-7, 2010 Years Held Previously: 10 Theme/Description of Event: Popular tradition of the season in Naples offers a rare opportunity for a limited number of guests to enjoy an elegant black-tie dinner party at historic Palm Cottage, surrounded by antiques and with the house museum beautifully decorated for the season.
Years Held Previously: 2 Location: Naples Philharmonic Center, Silverspot Cinema, Norris Center Years Held Previously: 1 Theme/Description of Event: Opening Night Gala at the Phil, films at Silverspot Cinema, and children’s program at the Norris Center. Closing ceremonies and awards at the Phil.
Chairpersons: Mary Smith, Diana Wingard Chairperson: Rowan Samual Major Sponsor: BNY Mellon Wealth Management Ticket Price: $300 per person, $500 patron Contact: Elaine Reed P.O. Box 201, Naples, FL 34106 Telephone: 239-261-8164 Web: NaplesHistoricalSociety.org
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Major Sponsors: The Phil, Silverspot Cinema, Naples Daily News, Comcast, Beasley Broadcasting Ticket Price: $175 VIP, $35 general admission at the Phil, $12.50/festival movies Contact: Rowan Samual, Executive Director 720 Belair Court, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-775-3456 Web: naplesfilmfest.com
BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
The Eighth Annual Luncheon to benefit Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Inc. at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples featured Dr. Susan M. Love, author of Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book, and Carol A. O’Flaherty, a registered nurse and humorist. The event, sponsored by Naples Illustrated, included a silent auction and prize drawing. 1. Marie Jackson, Norma Hasen, Dr. Kent and Dellene Hasen 2. Dee Pearlmutter, Joetta Abbazio, Dr. Susan Love 3. Sue Letizia, Kathi Zanella, Kathy Karpovich 4. Nancy Prysi, Debbie Wilson
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Theme/Description of Event: Emerging young musicians on the rise will perform with Maestro William Noll. Chairperson: Anne Roberts Ticket Price: $100 Contact: Anne Roberts 4106 Bayhead Drive Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Telephone: 313-204-1751 Web: naplesmusicclub.org
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PHILHARMONIC LEAGUE Volunteer support group that promotes the interests and growth of the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra and its youth music education programs.
NAPLES TOWN HALL DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES
Main Fundraising Event: Parties of Note
Our mission is to present ideas and issues that stimulate thought, promote dialogue and enhance understanding. We offer opportunities for teachers, administrators and students to participate.
Date: Various dates and times
Main Fundraising Event: Speaker Series
Location: Naples area
Date: January 18, February 13, March 23, April 12, 2011
NAPLES ZOO A nonprofit entity that has accreditation by or institutional membership in Association of Zoos and Aquariums, now raising funds for Giraffe Village. Main Fundraising Event: ZOObilee 2011 Date: February 22 and 28, 2011 Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples and the Naples Zoo Years Held Previously: 3
Years Held Previously: 7
Chairperson: Rick Borman
Theme/Description of Event: ZOObilee 2011 is two African-themed events, at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples on February 22, and “The Blue Tongue Café” patron and sponsor event at the Zoo February 28. The Ritz will have cocktails, animals, dinner, presentations and an auction. The Zoo evening includes a chance to meet the giraffe herd, presentation by journalist Lynn Sherr, appetizers, wines and entertainment from William Noll’s Jazz Band.
Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated
Chairperson: Gail Garratt
Ticket Price: Four-speaker series, $600; $1,350 for dinner series
Major Sponsor: Fifth Third Bank
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Theme/Description of Event: Series of elegant parties hosted by generous members and friends in their homes or private clubs. Chairperson: Carolyn Erdmann Ticket Price: Varies Contact: Philharmonic Center Customer Service 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-597-1900; 800-597-1900 Web: ThePhil.org
Years Held Previously: 27 Theme/Description of Event: Rare chance to participate with some of the world’s most influential leaders. Events begin with a private cocktail reception followed by the speaker’s remarks, dinner and Q&A session.
Ticket Price: $250 regular, $450 Patron Contact: Rick Borman 1100 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 400, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-596-6524 Web: naplestownhall.org
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR MISSING & EXPLOITED CHILDREN
The Collier County office of NCMEC opened in February 2005. The mission is to help prevent child abduction and sexual exploitation, help find missing children, and assist victims of child abduction and sexual exploitation, their families, and the professionals who serve them. Main Fundraising Event: An Evening at Sea Salt Date: November 10, 2010 Location: Sea Salt, Naples Years Held Previously: 5 Theme/Description of Event: Wine tasting, four separate bars, buffet dinner and entertainment. Honorary Chairperson: Nick Codispoti Chairperson: Joyce Codispoti Ticket Price: $750 per person Contact: Susan Servis 9955 Tamiami Trail N, Suite 2 Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-566-5801 Web: collierncmec.org
NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY We mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS.
NCH HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
Date: February 26, 2011
The largest nonprofit, community-based provider of in-patient services in Collier County, NCH is one of the most progressive health-care systems in the country and is recognized as being in the top 5 percent for overall clinical excellence and cardiac care by HealthGrades.
Location: Lowdermilk Park, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Magnolia Ball
Years Held Previously: 21
Date: April 9, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Join the movement, and make a difference in the lives of others. Sign up for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society 2011 MS Walk. Help raise awareness and funds for research, programs, services and advocacy.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: MS Walk
Major Sponsor: M&I Wealth Management Ticket Price: $50 minimum fundraising goal ($25 for students ages 13-17) Contact: Mary Jordan, Development Director 3201 West Commercial Boulevard, Suite 127, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 Telephone: 239-793-7009, 800 FIGHT MS Web: nmssfls.org
Years Held Previously: 5 Theme/Description of Event: Great dreams and grand traditions continue. Magnolia Ball guests celebrate the grace of Southern hospitality at this elegant, blacktie ball. Ticket Price: Donation of $5,000 per couple Contact: Jim Martin P.O. Box 234, Naples, FL 34106 Telephone: 239-436-4511 Web: nchmd.org
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The annual fundraiser for Guadalupe Center of Immokalee, themed a “Taste of Africa,� raised more than $270,000 to support programs for the neediest children and families in Immokalee. 1. Barbara Ledinsky, Bunny Salisbury, Dinny Genung, Sandy Vasey, Patti Kraus 2. Member of the African band 3. Rodney and Kathy Woods 4. Sandy and Roger Vasey
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NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CLINIC Founded in 1999, Neighborhood Health Clinic provides medical care to our community’s working poor who choose work over welfare. NHC has a staff of just five, and more than 500 volunteer doctors, nurses and nonmedical personnel.
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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH To raise funds for the missions and ministries of the church. Main Fundraising Event: NNUMC Gala Dinner Auction Date: March 19, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Block Party
OPERA NAPLES Southwest Florida’s only professional regional opera company embodies the hallmark of regional opera. It enriches the community by producing performances and educational programs that engage professional singing actors, directors and guest conductors while supporting local performers. Main Fundraising Event: World Stars Benefit Concert
Location: Hilton Naples Date: February 19, 2011
Date: November 18, 2010 Years Held Previously: Inaugural
Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club Years Held Previously: 7 Theme/Description of Event: “It’s A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood,” cocktail reception and dinner with music by Cahlua and Cream, “Fund a Neighbor” cash call, and $10,000 grand prize drawing. The evening generates significant funding to underwrite the cost of health care for our critically vital working poor.
Theme/Description of Event: “Faith For the Future,” is North Naples United Methodist Church First Gala Dinner Auction. This elegant evening will feature dinner and music by Peggy Ryba and Dan Lamey, with live and silent auctions. Proceeds will help support the missions and ministries of the church. Honorary Chairpersons: Kim and Kent Friedman
Chairperson: Nikki Strong
Ticket Price: $75
Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated
Contact: Kent Friedman 6000 Goodlette Road Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-593-7600, ext. 202
Ticket Price: $200 Contact: Nina Gray 121 Goodlette Road N, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-261-6600 Web: neighborhoodhealthclinic.org
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Location: Moorings Presbyterian Church, Naples Years Held Previously: Inaugural Theme/Description of Event: The season opens with one of the biggest events in the company’s history. Vienna State Opera’s leading dramatic soprano Nancy Gustafson headlines an all-star cast in a benefit concert. Premium tickets include a private Meet the World Stars Reception. Major Sponsors: The Ibarra Calleja Group of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, NBC-2, ABC-7, Florida Weekly, Naples Illustrated Ticket Price: Premium seating $300; general admission $150, $95 Contact: Steffanie Pearce 2408 Linwood Avenue, Naples, FL 334112 Telephone: 239-514-SING (7464) Web: operanaples.org
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PAUL TODD CHARITIES INC.
Additional listing.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
OF COLLIER COUNTY
Main Fundraising Event: Opening Night Black-Tie Champagne Reception for Lucia di Lammermoor
Raises funds to help needy children, families and current and former military personnel through the gift of music.
Date: January 15, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Annual Gala
Location: Miromar Design Center, Estero
Date: March 12, 2011
Our mission is to enable people to make responsible choices about their sexual and reproductive health by providing comprehensive medical and educational services, and by promoting access to these services.
Theme/Description of Event: Opera Naples’ production of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor starring Audrey Elizabeth Luna and Anthony Kearns opens with a Champagne reception.
Location: Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Choice Affair
Years Held Previously: 5
Date: February 24, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Paul Todd Concert, dinner, live/silent auctions.
Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Major Sponsors: NBC-2, ABC-7, Florida Weekly, Naples Illustrated, Moran-Edwards Asset Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors Ticket Price: $145 Contact: Steffanie Pearce 2408 Linwood Avenue Naples, FL 334112 Telephone: 239-514-SING (7464) Web: operanaples.org
Years Held Previously: 6 Chairperson: Lynn Ferraina Ticket Price: $125 Contact: Lynn Ferraina PO Box 111957, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-262-6577 Web: paultoddcharities.org
Theme/Description of Event: PPCC’s premier fundraising event to support reproductive health care in our community. Join us for an exciting and engaging evening featuring a feminist icon. A VIP reception starts the event, followed by a silent and live auction, dinner and conversation with guest speaker. Chairpersons: Barbara Teaford, Dina Sewell Ticket Price: $225 Contact: Linda Goldfield 1425 Creech Road, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-262-8923 Web: plannedparenthood.org
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PROTECTED HARBOR INC. A faith-based, nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to glorify God through raising funds that will pay for the construction and ongoing maintenance of group homes for developmentally disabled adults.
YOUTH HAVEN Collier County’s only emergency shelter for abused, abandoned and neglected children, sole provider of an array of home and community-based parenting education, child-abuse and homelessness prevention, crisis intervention, family support programs, and on-site behavioral counseling for children and families.
Main Fundraising Event: Charity Golf Event Date: March 18, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Home ~ Hope ~ Healing Luncheon
Location: Old Corkscrew Golf Club, Estero
Date: March 10, 2011
Years Held Previously: 1
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Theme/Description of Event: Protected Harbor Second Annual Charity Golf Event.
Years Held Previously: N/A
REDLANDS CHRISTIAN MIGRANT ASSOCIATION
Through quality preschool education, RCMA gives the children of rural, low-income families an opportunity to succeed in life despite their poverty. It operates child-care centers in 21 Florida counties, serving nearly 8,000 children each year. RCMA also runs charter schools in Immokalee and Wimauma. Main Fundraising Event: Annual Golf Tournament Date: April 30, 2011
Honorary Chairperson: James Cox Chairperson: David Tricker
Location: Lely Resort, Naples Theme/Description of Event: Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy, subjects of Oscar-winning feature film The Blind Side, will speak at the luncheon. Patrons will attend a Champagne reception with the Tuohys.
Ticket Price: $175 Contact: Jim Cox or David Tricker POBox 771441 Naples, FL 34107-1441 Telephone: 239-390-1806 or 239-450-5420 Web: GodsProtectedHarbor.com
JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION
Ticket Price: $250 per person, $1,000 patron level Contact: Jamie Gregor 5867 Whitaker Road, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-687-5153 Web: youthhaven.net
Years Held Previously: 12 Theme/Description of Event: A festive, high-end golf tournament with 200 door prizes. Chairperson: Kim Dinkel Ticket Price: $225 per golfer Contact: Judy Brill 402 West Main Street Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-658-3560 Web: rcma.org
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The Hope Gala Aqua Ball at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples raised more than $700,000 for diabetes research.
1. Matt and Stacey McLaughlin 2. Austin Irvin, Emma Gibson 3. Susan Cayer, Sarah Edwards 4. Bill and Dri Wicka, Sylvia and John Cammat, Sherree Woods, Steve Noble, Ann Margaret Ross
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RESORT & HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AT FGCU Specialized degree program prepares students to be future leaders of the Southwest Florida hospitality industry.
RICKY KING CHILDREN’S FUND
RONALD MCDONALD CARE MOBILE, COLLIER HEALTH SERVICES INC.
Enriches the lives of disabled, sick and dying children by providing necessary medical equipment and services in times of need.
Our mission is to deliver “hope on wheels” and improve the health of children by providing quality health and dental services.
Main Fundraising Event: Casino Night
Main Fundraising Event: Wanderlust 2011
Date: October 22, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Care Mobile Classic
Date: April 2, 2011
Location: Etudes de Ballet & Co., Naples
Location: Herbert J. Sugden Hall at FGCU, Fort Myers
Years Held Previously: 4
Date: April 15, 2011
Years Held Previously: 21 Theme/Description of Event: Travel auction is hosted by the major resort and hospitality companies in Southwest Florida, with specialty cocktails, food from area chefs, live and silent auction packages featuring travel, dining, sporting and spa experiences. Chairpersons: Ron Albeit, Brian Holly Ticket Price: $250 per guest Contact: Dr. Scott Lee, Resort & Hospitality Management 10501 FGCU Boulevard South Fort Myers, FL 33965 Telephone: 239-590-7742 Web: http://cps.fgcu.edu/resort/ wanderlust.html
Location: Quail West Country Club, Naples Theme/Description of Event: Wear your casual attire and enjoy casino games, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction.
Years Held Previously: 4
Honorary Chairperson: Patrick Junkroski
Theme/Description of Event: An 18-hole golf tournament.
Ticket Price: $60
Chairpersons: Frank Gorke, Fred Hoffmann
Contact: Jennifer Weidenbruch 5051 Castello Drive, Suite 21 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-262-1808 Web: RickyKingFund.org
Ticket Price: TBD Contact: Lesa Peterson 1454 Madison Avenue Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-658-3066 Web: collier.org
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The Third Annual Playdate for the benefit of Fun Time Early Childhood Academy featured a Wizard of Oz theme. 1. Bette Aymar, Willie and Frank Gorke, Sue Manion 2. John Sorey, Carol Munro, Dick Washburn 3. Franny Kain, Ken Deedy 4. Susie Baker, Nancy Zink, Connie Messner
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RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Our mission is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children. More than 2,000 families have found a home-away-from-home at Ronald McDonald House in Fort Myers while their children are treated at The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida.
SAINT ANN SCHOOL FOUNDATION
ST. JOHN NEUMANN
Foundation provides tuition assistance scholarships for students of Saint Ann Catholic School. This pre-K through eighth grade school inspires children to “live Jesus” and embrace academic excellence.
St. John Neumann provides excellence in education immersed in strong Catholic values. One of the top private college preparatory schools in Southwest Florida, students have received more than $15 million in college scholarships. One hundred percent of St. John Neumann graduates are admitted to higher learning institutions every year.
Main Fundraising Event: 10th Anniversary Saint Ann School and Saks Fifth Avenue Benefit
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Main Fundraising Event: 17th Annual Storybook Ball
Date: January 19, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: The Amazing Celtic Race
Date: April 9, 2011
Location: Saint Ann Jubilee Center, Naples
Date: February 26, 2011
Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Years Held Previously: 9
Location: Saint Ann Jubilee Center, Naples
Theme/Description of Event: The foundation celebrates 10 years of partnering with Saks Fifth Avenue for the Annual Fashion Show Benefit, with a retrospective Saks Fashion Presentation featuring styles by the designers of the past 10 years. Evening includes cocktails, dinner and entertainment.
Years Held Previously: 9
Years Held Previously: 16 Theme/Description of Event: The annual Storybook Ball theme is based on a beloved children’s story. The black-tie evening begins with a cocktail reception and silent auction, followed by dinner, dancing and a live auction.
Theme/Description of Event: The Amazing Celtic Race annual fundraiser benefits the Scholarship Fund. The event features a unique Scavenger Hunt in limo buses throughout Naples, followed by cocktails, a silent auction, dinner and a live auction.
Honorary Chairpersons: Mitzi Magin, Mary Wasmer
Chairperson: Joanne Sintic
Chairpersons: Sara and John Fumagalli
Ticket Price: $185
Ticket Price: $750 and up
Contact: Donna C. Heiser, Director of Development 3000 53rd Street SW, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-455-3044, ext. 225 Web: sjnceltics.org
Chairperson: Heidi Frederic Ticket Price: $250 per person Contact: Laura Ragain 16100 Roserush Court Fort Myers, FL 33908 Telephone: 239-437-0202 Web: rmhcswfl.org
Contact: Pamela Macia 475 Ninth Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-262-4110 Web: stann.net
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ST. MATTHEW’S HOUSE Providing temporary housing and structured recovery program at St. Matthew’s House in Naples and Immokalee Friendship House, and operating Old Firehouse Feeding Ministry, Wolfe Apartments transitional housing and two food pantries. Main Fundraising Event: 14th Annual St. Matthew’s House Golfathon
ST. WILLIAM COUNCIL
OF CATHOLIC WOMEN The CCW helps people in the community and in the parish.
SALVATION ARMY Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Main Fundraising Event: Red Kettle Campaign
Main Fundraising Event: Fashion Show and Luncheon
Date: November 18-December 24, 2010
Date: February 10, 2011
Location: Collier County locations
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Years Held Previously: 28
Years Held Previously: 10
Date: April 19, 2011
Theme/Description of Event: Marathonstyle golf. Players gather sponsors on a perhole or flat donation basis. Includes greens fees, cart rental, unlimited golf balls, food, and awards banquet at the end of the day.
Chairperson: Nancy Curtin
Theme/Description of Event: Red Kettles will be at 50-plus locations in Collier County. Campaign begins with a Red Kettle Dinner and Auction November 18 at Naples Sailing & Yacht Club. Funds raised remain in Collier and assist residents in need all year.
Major Sponsor: St. William CCW
Honorary Chairperson: Myra J. Daniels
Ticket Price: $55 per person
Chairperson: Jeannette P. Batten
Honorary Chairperson: Dean Lind
Contact: Rita Bates 750 Seagate Drive Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-649-6741 Web: saintwilliam.org
Major Sponsors: Tamiami Ford of Naples, Fifth Third Bank, Arthrex, Cummings & Lockwood, Kelly Roofing, ABC 7, Naples Illustrated
Location: Imperial Golf Club, Naples Years Held Previously: 13
Chairperson: Ron Pederson Ticket Price: Complimentary, money raised via player sponsors
Theme/Description of Event: Casual Chic Fashions by Trish Williams.
Ticket Price: $75 (for dinner and auction, black-tie optional)
Contact: Julie Clay 2001 Airport Road South Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-774-0500 Web: stmatthewshouse.org
Contact: Chris Nind 3180 Estey Avenue, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239 775 9447 Web: salvationarmynaples.org
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Prime Minister Ehud Olmert was one keynote speaker for last season’s Naples Town Hall Distinguished Speaker Series, sponsored by Naples Illustrated at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. Tiffany & Co. in Waterside Shops, with Naples Town Hall, presented “A Sparkling Celebration,” featuring a Tiffany-designed engraved pewter ring box to mark the series’ historic evening with former President George W. Bush and former Governor Jeb Bush. 1. Earle Borman, Jay Paul, Norma Winkler, Barbara Borman 2. Ehud Olmert, Bill Barnett 3. Bill and Rose Mary Everett, Sabrina Kelly 4. Linda and John Rader
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SEACREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS INSTITUTE
ABUSED WOMEN & CHILDREN
Seacrest believes each student possesses unlimited potential and opportunity. Its focus of education is leadership, ethics and character, creativity and joy.
Imagine Solutions is the first-ever thought leader conference to come to Southwest Florida and is presented by the Searching for Solutions Institute, a public foundation.
The Shelter leads the community in preventing, protecting and prevailing over domestic violence through advocacy, empowerment and social change.
Main Fundraising Event: Gala for Treasures
Main Fundraising Event: Imagine Solutions Conference
Main Fundraising Event: Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon
Date: March 26, 2011
Date: March 21-22, 2011
Date: February 18, 2011
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Years Held Previously: 23
THE SHELTER FOR
Years Held Previously: 10 Years Held Previously: 1
Theme/Description of Event: An evening of wonder with a unique silent auction and spectacluar one-of-a-kind live auction. The evening includes fine dining, dancing and live entertainment. Funds raised provide need-based financial aid to one-third of the school’s students.
Theme/Description of Event: Actress, author and domestic violence survivor Robin Givens reveals how she found her voice as an advocate for victims of domestic violence. Event features a Designer Boutique and silent auction.
Theme/Description of Event: Influential leaders address critical issues facing our country and offer promising ideas to possible solutions. Topics include Genomics: Innovation for Medicine and Health Care, Social Entrepreneurs, The Arts: New Answers in Challenging Times, and more.
Honorary Chairpersons: Joyce and Bill O’Meara
Honorary Chairperson: Dr. Lynne Powell Chairpersons: Lori Collar, Kelly Prue Ticket Price: $450 Contact: Robynne King 7100 Davis Boulevard, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-793-1986 Web: seacrest.org
Major Sponsors: G.E., CVS Caremark, FedEx, National Geographic Society
Chairperson: Jacqueline Pierce
Ticket Price: $2,500 per person for the two-day event, including all meals
Major Sponsors: Chico’s, Arthrex, Shelly Stayer, Johnsonville Sausage
Contact: Dolly Roberts 2640 Golden Gate Parkway, #118 Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-216-4226 Web: ImagineSolutionsConference.com
Ticket Price: $300/person; $1,500/patron Contact: Mary Ann T. Green PO Box 10102, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-775-3862 Web: naplesshelter.org
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS COLLIER COUNTY To provide year-round sports training and competition for persons with intellectual disabilities. Athletes experience courage, sharpen skill, and enjoy new friendships. Special Olympics’ oath: “Let me win, but if I can’t win, let me be brave in the attempt.”
SUNLIGHT HOME
SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE
Provides a Christ-centered and caring environment for pregnant women and adolescents in need while guiding the residents toward a positive future. This facility is open to women regardless of race, color or creed.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cure. Seventy-five percent of net proceeds generated by the affiliate stays in Southwest Florida.
Main Fundraising Event: Annual Benefit Banquet
Main Fundraising Event: Patrick Solis Charity Golf Classic
Date: December 9, 2010
Date: April 2011
Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Main Fundraising Event: Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida Race for the Cure
Location: Olde Cypress, Naples
Years Held Previously: 1
Date: March 12, 2011
Years Held Previously: 11
Theme/Description of Event: Featured speaker is Dr. Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Location: Coconut Point, Estero
Honorary Chairperson: Nancy Jordan
Theme/Description of Event: A 5K run/walk that raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.
Theme/Description of Event: Four-person scramble, with breakfast and special events, registration, shotgun start, luncheon, awards and auction after golf; first and second place prizes for each division.
Years Held Previously: 4
Chairpersons: Dolores Sire, Rosemary Erickson, Eileen Brown
Chairperson: Sue Palmer Ticket Price: $50 per person Major Sponsors: Olde Cypress, Allstate The Roe Agency, Mac Contractors Ticket Price: $125 per player, $500 per foursome
Contact: Nancy Jordan, 239-596-5733, for reservations P.O. Box 9194, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-352-0251 Web: sunlighthome.org
Chairperson: Carol Conway Ticket Price: Online registration; event fees starting at $32 for adults
Contact: David McKenzie 2663 Airport Road, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-775-1991
Contact: Becky Rundle 26800 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 210 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Telephone: 239-498-0016 Web: komenswfl.org
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TASTE OF COLLIER A long-standing Naples tradition, the Taste of Collier raises funds to benefit local charities, including the American Red Cross Collier Chapter and St. Matthew’s House, and culinary scholarships. Main Fundraising Event: Taste of Collier Date: May 1, 2011
TERRA COTTA GOLF CHARITIES INC. Primary purpose is to raise money to be donated to worthy charitable causes benefiting local youth organizations. YMCA of the Palms, Boys & Girls Club of Collier County, Fun Time Learning Center, Youth Haven, Ricky King Fund and The Wishing Well are some of the recipients.
UNITED ARTS COUNCIL
OF COLLIER COUNTY Our programs and services are focused on uniting and promoting the entire arts community, and providing arts education for at-risk students and outreach services to those with no access to the arts. Main Fundraising Event: Stars in the Arts
Location: Bayfront, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Annual TopRanked Amateur Golf Tournament
Date: March 4, 2011
Date: April 8-10, 2011
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
Location: Naples National Golf Club
Years Held Previously: 5
Years Held Previously: 15
Theme/Description of Event: Annual luncheon saluting leaders in the arts community.
Years Held Previously: 27 Theme/Description of Event: The Taste of Collier is an afternoon of food and fun! More than 30 restaurants offer tasty samples of food, along with an ice-carving contest, chef demonstrations, live music and a live auction of fantastic dining and getaways. Chairperson: Ray Singer Ticket Price: $5/person entry; food tickets $2-$5 Contact: Ray Singer PO Box 9977, Naples, FL 34101-9977 Telephone: 239-272-1907 Web: tasteofcollier.org
Theme/Description of Event: Amateur golf tournament, featuring some of the country’s finest amateur players. Players and tournament sponsored through generous contributions from members of Naples National Golf Club.
Honorary Chairperson: Lois Thome Chairpersons: Roz Travis, Connie Pickenpack
Chairperson: Dennis Glass
Ticket Price: TBD
Major Sponsor: Naples National Golf Club members
Contact: Elaine Hamilton 2335 Tamiami Trail North, #504 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-263-8242 Web: CollierArts.com
Ticket Price: Admission free to the public Contact: Dennis Glass 9325 Collier Boulevard, Naples, FL 34114 Telephone: 239-775-3468 Web: terracottainvitational.org
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Guests at the second annual Rockabye Collier, hosted by Waterside Shops, enjoyed classic rock, performances by Circus Sarasota, dinner by the bite, a martini bar by Pinnacle Vodka, a raffle, and live auction. The event, sponsored by Naples Illustrated and Stock Development, benefited The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. 1. Pedro Reis, Joseph Bauer, Dolly Jacobs, Steve Wheeler 2. Dolly Roberts, Chuck Sidlow 3. Bill Earls, Cassandra Hill 4. Renni Mannella, Nikki Rinko, Julie Principato, Juliet Erhart, Robin Huffman, Nick Bodnar
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VOLUNTEER USA FOUNDATION
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WISHING WELL FOUNDATION INC. Grants wishes and ongoing support for children in Collier and Lee counties with lifethreatening illnesses.
Main Fundraising Event: Celebration of Reading
Honoring the top Collier County scholar/athletes for more than 21 years. Established at the Collier Athletic Club in 1988, the foundation gives a scholarship to the top scholar/athlete from each Collier County high school.
Date: February 11, 2011
Main Fundraising Event: Awards Banquet
Location: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs
Date: May 26, 2011
Foundation manages the Family Literacy Initiative, and advocates for mentoring and literacy programs.
SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Main Fundraising Event: Fashion Pizzazz Date: February 4, 2011 Location: Marco Island Yacht Club Years Held Previously: 10
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort Years Held Previously: 10 Years Held Previously: 21 Theme/Description of Event: Florida’s Celebration of Reading has provided more than $14 million for family literacy programs. Former Gov. Jeb Bush, President George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush host the event, which features national best-selling authors. Honorary Chairperson: Jeb Bush Chairpersons: Fred and Stephanie Pezeshkan, Thomas R. and Ann Grady
Theme/Description of Event: Dinner with a nationally known keynote speaker honors the top scholar/athletes in Collier County.
Honorary Chairperson: Vicki Torbush
Chairperson: Bud Hornbeck
Ticket Price: $55
Major Sponsors: Barron Collier Jr. Foundation, Lutgert Insurance, Lutgert Co., Premier Properties, TIB Bank, Grant Fridkin Pearson Athan Crown, Iberia Bank, Dr. Charles and Linda Karpas
Contact: Vicki Torbush 5051 Castello Drive, Suite 1 Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-213-0397 Web: WishingWellFoundation.com
Ticket Price: $250; sponsorships, $5,000 and up
Ticket Price: $225
Contact: Tina McCain Matte 516 North Adams Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 Telephone: 239-275-5758 Web: celebrationofreading.org
Contact: Sheryl Dunne, Joe Carraher 1395 Panther Lane, #100 Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-262-7171 Web: wingedfootaward.com
SOCIAL SEEN 21ST CENTURY C.A.R.E./NCH HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
A Las Vegas Style Casino Night was held by 21st Century C.A.R.E. and NCH Healthcare Foundation at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit cancer patients in Lee and Collier counties. Naples Illustrated was a sponsor. 1. Dick and Jackie Bearse, Dr. Keith Miller, Dr. Jay Loeffler 2. Greg and Joy Kramer, Angelica and Dr. Eduardo Fernandez 3. Bob Harden and showgirls
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Theme/Description of Event: Lunch, fashion show and silent auction.
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YMCA OF THE PALMS YMCA OF THE PALMS Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. The Y is committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Additional listing. Main Fundraising Event: Cinderella’s Closet
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Date: VIP April 13; public April 15-17, 2011
An organization of business and professional women dedicated to improving the circumstances of women at all stages of life, both locally and globally.
Main Fundraising Event: Sneaker Ball
Location: Storefront at the Collections at Vanderbilt, Naples
Main Fundraising Event: Glass Slipper Ball, Best of the Chefs
Date: January 15, 2011
Years Held Previously: 1
Date: November 19, 2010
Location: Greater Naples YMCA
Theme/Description of Event: Some of the best-dressed Neapolitans turn into fairy godmothers, cleaning out their closets and donating designer clothing and accessories to fill Cinderella’s Closet. Set up in a storefront, the closet opens for VIP shoppers one evening and to the public the following days.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
Years Held Previously: 8 Theme/Description of Event: A unique fundraising event where guests dress casually from their heads down to their sneakers! Leave your tuxedo at home and join us for this fun, informal event where proceeds benefit underprivileged children and families in our community. Honorary Chairpersons: Dot and Moe Kent
Honorary Chairperson: Shirlene Elkins Chairpersons: Kim Belfore and Suzanne Todd, co-chairs, Jane Samargedlis, chairelect
Ticket Price: $150
Years Held Previously: 1 Theme/Description of Event: A magical evening to benefit local nonprofits fighting violence against women. Top area chefs will compete, preparing fine fare, and guests will enjoy dancing to a live band, a silent auction, mystery gift bags, a live auction with high-end prizes and much more. Chairpersons: Dawn Rocco-Babon, Ginny Nobbe
Major Sponsor: Naples Illustrated Contact: Trent Ryan 5450 YMCA Road, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-597-3148 Web: ymcapalms.org
Ticket Price: $100 VIP day, public days free Contact: Trent Ryan 5450 YMCA Road, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-597-3148 Web: ymcapalms.org
Ticket Price: $125 each, or $1,800 for preferred table of 12 Contact: Flo Rogers, 239-253-1996 P.O. Box 366836 Bonita Springs, FL 34136 Telephone: 239-434-5134 Web: ZontaBonitaSprings.org
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PARTY DIRECTORY Need help planning your next big event? Here is a list of companies to call, from caterers and florists to social photographers and entertainers.
CATERERS Angela’s Fine Cuisine 239-261-5000 Artichoke & Company 239-263-6979 artichokeandcompanyinc.com Carolina Catering Company 239-643-2665 Charlie Chiang’s Naples 239-593-6688 charliechiangs.com Hilton Naples 239-659-3124 hiltonnaples.con Jamie & Jacob Catering 239-433-2226 jamieandjacobcatering.com
Wizard Connection 239-434-9808 wizardconnection.com
Sweet Charity 239-435-0144 sweetcharity.biz
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Bob Zottola & The Expandable Jazz Band 239-591-0635 naplesjazzlovers.com The Brandon Anthony Band 239-601-8445 Frank Smith, Instrumental Guitar and More 239-821-1081 justlovemusic.com Kat Epple Music Productions 239-997-0323 katepple.com
Matthews & Gardner 239-434-2611
Memory Lane 561-640-9735 memorylaneband.com
Mikkelsen’s Pastry Shop 239-596-5996 mikkelsenspastryshop.com
P’zazz 239-566-3335 pzazz.net
Wynn’s Catering 239-649-7272 wynnsonline.com
Simone Vitale Band 248-544-7373 simonevitaleband.com
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FLORISTS
Celebrations Unlimited 239-213-9920
Blue Pear Floral Design 239-434-8822
Creations Production Inc. 561-833-6787 creationsproduction.com
Driftwood Garden Center and Florist 239-262-4433 driftwoodgarden centerandflorist.com
The Special Event Resource and Design Group 561-686-7757 specialeventresource.com Sutka Productions International 561-835-8455 sutka.com
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Garden District 239-434-6700 gardendistrictnaples.com Gene’s 5th Avenue Florist 239-261-7111 genesflorist.com
BBJ Linen 239-261-5574 bbjlinen.com Lightworks Stage Productions Inc. 239-436-3584 lightworks-productions.com Marino Group 239-596-2333 marinogroupservices.com Niche Event Rentals 239-776-4854 nicheventrental.com Panache, A Classic Party Rentals Co. 800-30-PARTY classicpartyrentals.com Reel Treasures Video Production 239-348-8700 reeltreasurevideo.com Run the Gamut featuring Ice Magic Products 239-593-3950 werunthegamut.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS Dawn DiNardo Photography 239-777-8520 dinardophoto.com Girard Photography 239-774-2256 girardphotography.com J. Mark Strong Photography 239-777-6000 jmarkstrong.com Joe Maslach 239-793-5266 Louis Venne Photography 239-430-8366 vennephotography.com Nancy DeNike Photography 239-571-0670 Penny Taylor Photography 239-261-0331 pennytaylor.biz Soderquist Photography 239-594-2761 soderquistphoto.com Vanessa Rogers Photography 239-580-7677 vanessarogers.com
INVITATIONS
Set You Free Inc. 239-592-9364 setyoufreenaples.com
Arabesque, A Fine Stationer & Gift Shop 239-403-0043 arabesqueofnaples.com
Taylor Rental/Parties Plus of Naples 239-643-1334 taylorrentalnaples.com
Do Me A Favor Event Concepts 239-594-7223 dmafboutique.com
TentLogix Tenting Solutions & Event Rentals 888-34-PARTY tentlogix.com
Paper Lantern, A Gift Boutique 239-593-4004 The Paper Merchant 239-261-5466 thepapermerchant.net
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With so many opportunities to assist the needy throughout Southwest Florida, everyone can get involved. Here are some additional charitable organizations that help our community. For a comprehensive calendar of events for these and additional charities, visit naplesillustrated.com. Angel Fund of Collier County c/o Community Foundation of Collier County, 2400 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 300, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-649-5000 Providing support to families of children with physical, mental and emotional special needs and bringing hope for a brighter future.
The Bach Ensemble 6017 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 96, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-732-1055 To enhance the classical music environment of Southwest Florida by offering quality musical performances, public concerts, workshops and lectures.
Art League of Marco Island Center for the Arts 1010 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island, FL 34145 Telephone: 239-394-4221 Our mission is to promote education in and appreciation of excellence in the arts.
Bedtime Bundles Inc. 951 North Collier Boulevard, Marco Island, FL 34145 Telephone: 239-393-3415 Serving Southwest Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s migrant children. Marco Island is the collection and distribution hub for basic necessities such as food, first-aid supplies, toiletries, clothing, shoes, books and toys.
Ave Maria University, Gyrene Gala 5050 Ave Maria Boulevard, Ave Maria, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-280-1631 To raise scholarship funds for young men and women who serve or have served in the United States military to attend Ave Maria University.
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HELPING HANDS supported, one-to-one relationships in the community and schools, with measurable impact. Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation 25071 Chamber of Commerce Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Telephone: 239-992-2943 To collect charitable donations for scholarships for local high school seniors, and provide supplemental funds to the Chamber for programs. Bonita Springs Assistance Office Inc. P.O. Box 16, Bonita Springs, FL 34133 Telephone: 239-992-3034 Community-funded emergency social service agency offering a hand up, not a handout, to residents of Bonita Springs and Estero. Bonita Springs Community Foundation PMB 405, 8951 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 525, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Telephone: 239-274-5900 A division of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation serving the needs of the greater Bonita Springs area by providing strong leadership and resources to the nonprofit community through endowed funds. Cancer Alliance of Naples 733 Fourth Avenue North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-436-4673 Nonprofit to assist cancer patients with needs-based financial, emotional and resource assistance while in treatment. Candlelighters of Southwest Florida Inc. 9981 South HealthPark Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908 Telephone: 239-432-2223 Assistance for families who have a child diagnosed with cancer or a blood disorder. Care Club of Collier County 1800 Santa Barbara Boulevard, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-353-1994 Adult Day Center for those suffering from Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and other forms of memory loss. CafĂŠ of Life P.O. Box 367794, Bonita Springs, FL 34136 Telephone: 239-495-9325 A volunteer-driven faith-based organization that feeds the hungry of Bonita Springs. Volunteers serve lunch five days a week. Donations are made by individuals and community-oriented organizations in Bonita Springs. Casa Jacinta y Francisco 5021 Maxwell Circle, #210, Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-777-1922 A Naples-based charity that supports orphanages and schools in Nicaragua, bringing the poorest children off the streets and giving them housing, education and a future. Center for Reduction of Religious-Based Conflict 649 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 201, Naples, FL 34102 74
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Telephone: 239-821-4850 Working to reduce religious-based conflict in the world through publicizing the problem and offering unique solutions going beyond tolerance. Charity for Change 194 Ridge Drive, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-592-6787 Creates and promotes charitable giving as a way of living. Through the School Giver Program, students learn about charities, experience the empowering feeling that comes from helping others, and practice good citizenship. China Adoption With Love Inc. 380 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 800-888-9812 To facilitate adoption of children in Chinese orphanages with U.S. adoptive parents and provide financial support through our Rainbow Fund directly to Chinese orphanages. Christ Child Society of Naples P.O. Box 770179, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-254-8012 We strive to improve infant care, provide basic needs and promote literacy for underprivileged children in Collier County. CHS Healthcare Foundation 1454 Madison Avenue, Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-658-3138 Foundation raises funds to provide one standard of primary medical and dental care to all children and adults in Collier County regardless of ability to pay. Collier County Audubon Society 1020 Eighth Avenue South, Suite 2, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-643-7822 Dedicated to promoting an understanding of and interest in wildlife and the natural environment that supports it and further the cause of conservation of all natural resources. Collier County Film Commission 755 Eighth Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-659-FILM To increase interest in independent and international film and to promote and encourage exhibition and education about films in our community. Collier Harvest P.O. Box 11143, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 239-455-3663 Collects donated food from area retailers, and through a network of volunteers, delivers it to social service agencies for distribution to the needy. Collier Pregnancy Centers Inc. 940 Fifth Avenue North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-262-6381 Life-affirming medical clinics serving pregnant women in crisis.
CREW Land & Water Trust 23998 Corkscrew Road, Estero, FL 33928 Telephone: 239-657-2253 Nonprofit land trust dedicated to the preservation of the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed, which spans Lee and Collier counties.
Focusing on Children 6470 Bottlebrush Lane, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-591-1631 Provides camp experience for underprivileged children that will help enhance the quality of their lives.
Domestic Animal Services Donation Trust Fund 7610 Davis Boulevard, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-252-6968 Investigates animal neglect and abuse, enforces rabies and infectious disease controls, adopts out animals and raises funds to help shelter animals.
Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled 5621 Strand Boulevard, Suite 309, Naples, FL 34110 Telephone: 239-594-9007 Strives to provide an enhanced quality of life for Collier County citizens with developmental disabilities.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Southwest Florida Area 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 Telephone: 239-784-3377 Challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Florida Gulf Coast Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wings of Hopeâ&#x20AC;? Program 10501 FGCU Boulevard, Reed Hall 213, Fort Myers, FL 33965 Telephone: 239-777-1108 Building bridges of hope for wildlife, water conservation, and the environment with education and awareness.
Foundation for Quality Child Care Beacon Executive Suites, 8359 Beacon Boulevard, Suite 410, Fort Myers, FL 33907 Telephone: 239-425-2684 To support quality child-care programs for disadvantaged children in Southwest Florida. Fresh Start for Abused Women Fund 2400 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 300, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-649-5000 Supporting Collier County women and their children who leave violent homes to become economically independent through grants of financial assistance.
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Friends of the Collier County Museum P.O. Box 2181, Naples, FL 34106 Telephone: 239-793-8393 Citizen-support organization of the Collier County Museum funds and supports childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs, special exhibits and museum events.
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Friends of Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve P.O. Box 35, Everglades City, FL 34139 Telephone: 239-695-2905 A nonprofit organization dedicated to preserve the unique ecology in this state park.
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Friends of Gummi 225 Mooringline Drive, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-597-2961 Nonprofit, all-volunteer, no-kill agency designed to help abused and abandoned cats and dogs in Collier and Lee counties.
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Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Inc. 12651 Girl Scout Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33913 Telephone: 239-561-1800 Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities like leadership, strong values, social conscience and conviction about their own potential and self-worth. Greater Marco Family YMCA 101 Sandhill Street, Marco Island, FL 34145 Telephone: 239-394-3144 To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County 1044 Sixth Avenue North, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-263-9363 Coalition is comprised of local agencies, consumer advocates and volunteers working to stabilize families and create a network of services that assist the hungry, the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness to become self-sufficient. Immokalee Child Care Center 3775 Airport Pulling Road North, Suite B, Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-261-1774 Early education center providing subsidized care and education to low-income families in Immokalee. Italian Cultural Society of Naples, Florida 6017 Pine Ridge Road, PMB 104, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-434-3323 To preserve Italian culture, bring it to the forefront of the community and sponsor presentations on aspects of the cultureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;literature, history, visual and performing arts, and films.
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J. Timothy Hogan Foundation 2960 Immokalee Road, Suite 3, Naples, FL 34110 Telephone: 239-272-6176 Dedicated to assisting the children of working families who do not have the resources or qualify for other assistance programs, with
desperate need for counseling, psychotherapy and proper medications for their child.
of programs and services that foster independence and enhance the quality of life for the blind, visually impaired and their caregivers.
JJ Esoteric Foundation 5991 Westport Lane, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-434-8449 Dedicated to raising the awareness of the benefits of integrating esoteric healing into the daily living of individuals, businesses, medical and health-care professions, artistic and creative endeavors, groups or community organizations and the entertainment field.
Literacy Council of Bonita Springs P.O. Box 2703, Bonita Springs, FL 34133 Telephone: 239-495-0999 Volunteer tutors teach English to those in need of improving their skills.
John Maxwell Biasco Foundation for Children with Autism of Southwest Florida 15389 Royal Fern Lane North, Naples, FL 34110 Telephone: 239-596-1485 Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities by supporting and educating the families and professionals who care for them. Karma Club 837 Fifth Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-430-9474 Committed to lending a helping hand to local children and young adults in need. Karma Club hosts three fundraising events each year, and all proceeds benefit childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charities. Kids Against Hunger of Southwest Florida c/o The Rotary Club of Naples 5600 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 12, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-537-7775 A community and international project of The Rotary Club of Naples, with the goal to package and distribute fortified rice casseroles to those in need. Leadership Collier Foundation 2390 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 210, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-298-7926 The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce has hosted several successful Leadership programs that hone the skills of key leaders and provide understanding and insight into challenges and opportunities facing the Naples area. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 2 Oakwood Boulevard, Suite 200, Hollywood, FL 33020 Telephone: 954-744-5300 Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Liberty Youth Ranch Inc. 27725 Old 41 Road, Suite 104, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Telephone: 866-FL-YOUTH Provides a permanent and loving environment for children who, through no fault of their own, are in need of a home, a family and the opportunity simply to be children. Lighthouse of Collier Inc. 424 Bayfront Place, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-430-3934 To promote the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation
Marco Island Historical Society P.O. Box 2282, Marco Island, FL 34146 Telephone: 239-389-6447 The MHIS is dedicated to discovery, acquisition and preservation of the multifaceted history of the Marco area and educating and informing the community and visitors of our heritage. The Marco Players Inc. 1055 North Collier Boulevard, Marco Island, FL 34145 Telephone: 239-642-7270 To provide a venue for Marco Island residents interested in participating in any aspect of producing live stage performances in an ambience that allows participation to be meaningful and satisfying. Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida 2335 Ninth Street North, Suite 404, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-261-5405 To advocate for mental wellness through education, prevention and social action. Moorings Park Foundation 120 Moorings Park Drive, Naples, FL 34105 Telephone: 239-261-1616 To provide facilities, programs, and services for successful aging and to provide professional and compassionate care for all we serve. NAACP Naples-Collier County Branch P.O. Box 990727, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-455-2886 To improve the political, educational, social and economic status of minority groups; to eliminate racial prejudice; to keep the public aware of the adverse effects of racial discrimination; and to take lawful action to secure its elimination. Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center 585 Park Street, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-262-6517 Dedicated to promoting and advancing education, interest and participation in the contemporary visual arts. Naples Christian Academy 3161 Santa Barbara Boulevard, Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: 239-445-1980 Recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School, the pre-K to eighth grade school partners with Christian parents in the education of their children. Naples Concert Band P.O. Box 31, Naples, FL 34106 Telephone: 239-263-9521 Provides an opportunity for musicians to perform for personal NAPLES CHARITY REGISTER
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HELPING HANDS satisfaction and growth, presents free concerts and provides scholarships for deserving students. Naples Council on World Affairs 11983 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 128, Naples, FL 34110 Telephone: 239-434-5503 To promote a greater knowledge of world affairs through continuing education programs including providing lectures by nationally known speakers, forums, education groups and outreach to local public high schools. Naples Players 701 Fifth Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-821-8776 To create and perform affordable, high-quality amateur theater, encourage participation in and appreciation of theater, and provide educational and enrichment opportunities and outreach programs for all residents and visitors. Naples Woman’s Club 570 Park Street, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-262-6331 Nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the community through philanthropic activities and volunteer service. Native Orchid Restoration Project 4888 Davis Boulevard, PMB 170, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-430-8079 Provides education, research, conservation, propagation and restoration of native orchid species into their native habitats. Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida Inc. (PASFI) 2950 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 20, Naples FL 34103 Telephone: 239-417-3465 PASFI promotes quality of life for persons with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. Project HELP Inc. 3123 Terrace Avenue, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-649-1404 Collier County’s 24-hour emergency-response team and crisis and sexual assault hotline. We offer counseling, court advocacy and support groups for victims of crime and those surviving sudden death of a loved one. All services are confidential and free. Oceans for Youth Foundation P.O. Box 10130, Naples, FL 34101 Telephone: 877-543-7426 To promote awareness, understanding, leadership and appreciation for the marine environment through the development, promotion and distribution of educational materials, programs and other media directly to youth. ORT America Gulf Beaches Chapter 4021 Gulf Shore Boulevard North, Unit 1702, Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: 239-643-7182 International organization providing vocational education in 60 countries offering students the means to become productive citizens of their respective countries. 78
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PACE Center for Girls 160 North First Street, Immokalee, FL 34142 Telephone: 239-377-9860 Nonresidential, community-based prevention program providing girls aged 12-18 an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. Physician Led Access Network of Collier County (PLAN) 1012 Goodlette Road North, Suite 201, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-776-3016 A coordinated system of volunteer physician care, hospital care, and diagnostic services for the low-income, uninsured of Collier County. Pregnancy Resource Center of Southwest Florida 10611 Tamiami Trail North, Suite A4, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-513-9775 Provides physical and emotional support for pregnant women; free pregnancy test, parenting classes, earn-while-you-learn program, information on adoption, post-abortion healing and community referrals. Retired & Senior Volunteer Program 3301 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-774-8833 To connect people 55 and over to nonprofit and government agencies where their time, talent, interests and education can be utilized to the maximum benefit of both parties. Royal Palm Academy 16100 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34110 Telephone: 239-594-9888 A fully accredited private Catholic school, grades pre-K through 8. Educates the whole child, intellect, character, spirit and commitment to community service. Senior Friendship Centers Collier 811 Seventh Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-263-7425 Provides health, dental care and prescription assistance for people aged 50 or older in need. Shy Wolf Sanctuary, Education & Experience Center Inc. POB 3032, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-455-1698 To provide sanctuary to unwanted, neglected, and abused animals; to teach empathy for all life; and to educate those in our community about breeding and ownership practices that put animals in need of rescue. Southwest Florida Addiction Services 3763 Evans Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Telephone: 239-278-7595 Serves 6,000 people per year with substance-abuse treatment and prevention services, including outpatient and residential programs for adults and teens in Lee and Hendry Counties. Southwest Florida Community Foundation 8260 College Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: 239-274-5900 Working to improve and sustain a high quality of life for all in Lee,
Charlotte, Hendry, Glades and Collier counties through the power of endowed funds and through philanthropic community leadership. Spinal Cord Group of Collier County/Florida Spinal Cord Injury Association 313 Spider Lily Lane, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-825-6848 A nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of people with spinal cord injuries by providing individual and family support through group meetings, education, recreation and community integration. Steinway Piano Society 28751 Tamiami Trail South, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Telephone: 239-498-9884 Founded in 1997, the society is dedicated to the advancement of piano performance in Southwest Florida and to the stimulation and nourishment of musical talents of youth. Sunrise Community of Collier County 3984 Arnold Avenue, Naples, FL 34104 Telephone: 239-643-5338 Helping more than 100 adults with developmental disabilities by providing services such as adult day training, supported living and employment programs. Temple Shalom 4630 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34119 Telephone: 239-455-3030 Proceeds from our events benefit the Abraham Shusterman Religious School at Temple Shalom and related youth activities and affiliations.
Volunteer Services for Animals 824 100th Avenue North, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 239-597-4930 Subsidizes spay and neuter surgeries and works to improve the lives of homeless and needy animals in Collier County. WGCU Public Media 10501 FGCU Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33965 Telephone: 239-590-2327 Public broadcasting stations for Southwest Florida include PBS and NPR; information-rich website (wgcu.org); monthly member magazine, Expressions; and the area’s sole classical music provider. The World Hand Foundation 999 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 200, Naples, FL 34108 Telephone: 888-719-4263 Foundation provides artificial limbs using the latest prosthetic technologies available to the millions of individuals desperately in need around the world. Youth Haven 5867 Whitaker Road, Naples, FL 34112 Telephone: 239-774-2904 Collier County’s only emergency shelter for abused, abandoned and neglected children, as well as the sole provider of an array of homebased parenting education, support, abuse prevention, and intervention services for families with children living in crisis situations.
TheatreZone 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Florida 34109 Telephone: 888-966-3352 Actors’ Equity professional theater provides the Naples community with an opportunity to experience productions in an intimate setting with professional casts and celebrities.
United Way of Collier County 848 First Avenue North, Suite 240, Naples, FL 34102 Telephone: 239-261-7112 Improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community. United Way raises funds to reach out to local residents through 29 local nonprofit agencies. Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida Inc. 2075 West First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33903 Telephone: 239-997-5437 Supports the Guardian ad Litem program by recruiting volunteers and by providing resources for the children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse.
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21st Century C.A.R.E. 12573 World Plaza Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Telephone: 239-936-3756 Provides financial assistance to cancer patients in need, cancer education at the community level to patients, cancer-care providers and the general public, conducts free cancer-screening events and contributes to cancer research.
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