It’s been seven years since Jeremy Cantrell has seen his children. After a bitter divorce in 2006, his ex-wife severed all contact between them. The split from his family drove Cantrell into a deep, downward spiral.
Originally from Nashville, Tenn., Cantrell, 43, had been a long-time Westinghouse employee and once owned a telecommunications company. But those careers slipped away when Cantrell turned to drugs for consolation.
“It got to the point where I was losing my mind as a result of it,” he says, later adding: “It just did a fantastic job at numbing pain.”
Cantrell found a job delivering pizzas, but when his car broke down, he was fired. Eventually, he began selling narcotics. Drugs were no longer just an antidote to his depression.
Cocaine became his life.
With homelessness looming, Cantrell fled to family in Naples for support. He found St. Matthew’s House.
A short stint in the organization’s shelter prompted the weighty choice to enter Justin’s Place, a residential recovery program for those with life-controlling issues (often substance abuse).
Justin’s Place is just one hope St. Matthew’s House, a Naples-based nonprofit, provides to those in need. Since its founding in 1987, St. Matthew’s has stretched considerably, offering a soup kitchen, food pantry and even a catering company.
“About 1,500 people are admitted to one of our programs each year, and we serve about another 12,000 through direct assistance,” says the Rev. Vann Ellison, St. Matthew’s president and CEO.
More than 7,000 people annually contribute almost half of the charity’s $6 million budget. By next year, Ellison says he aims for the organization to reach 70 percent self-sufficiency—a goal aided by notable expansion.
St. Matthew’s just opened its fifth thrift store. In the works are plans for an independent women’s house for Justin’s Place and a daytime diner, which will employ Justin’s Place participants.
“We’re going to roll out a capital campaign in the fall or next year that will allow us to build those facilities,” Ellison says.
His excitement has little to do with the bottom line.
“For me the greatest paycheck is really seeing a life change,” he says. “In this area, we don’t go anywhere where I don’t see somebody who’s been impacted by what we do.”
Cantrell shares the same zest for the charity he says healed him and taught him accountability.
“The impact may seem small, but if you take one person and help them become a productive member of this community again, it’s a ripple effect,” he says.
One year after his shelter stay, Cantrell is a Justin’s Place graduate—and sober. He wears a crisp suit and tie to his claims office job. Off the clock, he’s cooking for his roommates at the St. Matthew’s transitional apartments, attending church functions and testifying before incoming men at Justin’s Place.
But he isn’t quite finished. Soon, he starts surgical technician training. Long-term, he aspires to create his own organization like St. Matthew’s. Ultimately, he envisions a life back in Nashville, starting with a much-awaited reunion with his children.
“I’m at a point now where I’m simply just grateful for the time I got to spend with them,” Cantrell says. “If I never get to see them again, the time that I had has made my life.”
Collier County
A
ABLE ACADEMY
Helps differently “ABLE-d” children to reach their maximum potential through intensive therapy, education, family training and community outreach.
Executive director:
Dr. Colleen Cornwall
(239) 352-7600
5860 Golden Gate Parkway
Naples, FL 34116
theableacademy.org
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT NETWORK
Serves Collier County families dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia through guidance, education, support and special programs, without charge.
Executive director:
Clarke Pollard
(239) 262-8388
660 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 21
Naples, FL 34102
alzsupport.org
AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION—NEAPOLITAN CHAPTER
Supports women throughout their careers by providing opportunities to hone leadership skills, access to unsurpassed professional development resources and national recognition in the country’s largest network of working women.
President:
Rachelle Youmans
(239) 593-3777
P.O. Box 10653
Naples, FL 34101
abwaneapolitan.org
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service.
Executive director:
Kathy Cleeland
(239) 261-0337
5020 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 108
Naples, FL 34103
cancer.org
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Provides programs and services to individuals and businesses in Collier, Lee, Hendry and Glades counties.
Executive director:
Heidi Ruster
(239) 596-6868
2610 Northbrooke Plaza Drive
Naples, FL 34119
redcross.org/f l/naples
AMIKIDS BIG CYPRESS
Provides male juvenile offenders age 14 to 18 with schooling, mental health counseling and participation in community service projects through a residential rehabilitation program in Collier County.
Executive director:
Ron Boyce
(239) 695-1001
25959 Turner River Road
Ochopee, FL 34141
amikidsbigcypress.org
ANIMAL COMPASSION PROJECT
Operates a sanctuary for feral, special needs and unadoptable cats; promotes TNR; educates on proper animal care; and provides assistance with spaying and neutering, with emphasis in the Immokalee area.
Executive director:
Michele Antonia
(239) 825-4093
P.O. Box 11206
Naples, FL 34101
animalcompassionproject.org
ARCHANGEL FUND
Distributes the net proceeds of Fine Art of Living fundraising events held by Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church to Collier County charities that improve the lives of the underprivileged in the community.
(239) 262-0353
553 Galleon Drive
Naples, FL 34102
fineartoflivingnaples.com
ARTIS—NAPLES
Provides youth orchestra and chorus programs and performs 140 concerts annually in various genres, including orchestral and chamber music concerts as well as opera, ballet, educational and special event concerts. Also includes the Baker Museum, which houses a permanent collection and hosts touring art exhibitions.
Executive director:
Kathleen van Bergen
(239) 254-2709
5833 Pelican Bay Blvd.
Naples, FL 34108
artisnaples.org
ARTSNAPLES WORLD FESTIVAL
Celebrates cultural arts from around the globe—one region at a time.
Executive director:
Roy (Trey) D. Farmer III
(239) 390-2788
P.O. Box 771176
Naples, FL 34107
artsnaples.org
ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS—EVERGLADES CHAPTER
Promotes fundraising ethics, provides continuing education to fundraisers and raises awareness about community philanthropy through a National Philanthropy Day Awards Celebration honoring an outstanding philanthropist, fundraiser, youth and philanthropic business.
Executive director:
Elizabeth Hinkle
(239) 877-6261
1460 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite 103, PMB 219
Naples, FL 34105
afpeverglades.afpnet.org
AVE MARIA SCHOOL OF LAW
Catholic law school dedicated to educating lawyers with the finest professional skills and offering a distinctive legal education characterized by the harmony of faith and reason.
President and dean:
Eugene R. Milhizer
(239) 687-5400
1025 Commons Circle
Naples, FL 34119
avemarialaw.edu
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY
Pledges faithfulness to the teachings of the Catholic Church and offers one of the finest classical liberal arts curricula available.
President:
Jim Towey
(239) 280-2500
5050 Ave Maria Blvd.
Ave Maria, FL 34142
avemaria.edu
AVOW
Specializes in hospice care, palliative medicine, grief and caregiver support, and community education related to these topics as Collier County’s original nonprofit hospice since 1983.
Executive director:
Karen Rollins
(239) 261-4404
1095 Whippoorwill Lane
Naples, FL 34105
avowcares.org
B
BABY BASICS OF COLLIER COUNTY
All-volunteer organization that provides and distributes diapers to 315 babies from hardworking, low-income families who do not receive any federal or state cash assistance.
Executive director:
Jean Ann Lynch
(617) 510-4468
8570 Danbury Blvd., Suite 202
Naples, FL 34120
babybasicscollier.org
THE BACH ENSEMBLE
Southwest Florida’s only Baroque ensemble, championing the music of J.S. Bach and composers inspired by his legacy through authentic, affordable performances, education and outreach to young community musicians.
President:
Carol Hedman
(239) 732-1055
6017 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 96
Naples, FL 34119
thebachensemble.org
BAYSHORE CULTURAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
State-of-the-art center showcasing local visual and performing artists, thereby offering affordable and accessible educational, cultural and performance opportunities for the community.
President:
Chick Heithaus
(239) 775-2800
4069 Bayshore Drive
Naples, FL 34112
bayshorecapa.org
BEACON OF HOPE FOUNDATION
Provides furniture, clothing, medical supplies and financial support to Haiti and other third-world countries.
Executive director:
Trista Sue Kragh
(239) 465-0409
P.O. Box 363
Naples, FL 34106
beaconofhopefoundation.org
BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
Serves the uninsured and underinsured women and men of the community during breast cancer diagnosis and treatment solely through the efforts of volunteers, all of whom are breast cancer survivors.
President:
Joetta D. Abbazio
(239) 417-4600
4330 Tamiami Trail E.
Naples, FL 34112
bbbcsi.org
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF COLLIER COUNTY
Strives to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens through the development of academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
Executive director:
Theresa J. Shaw
(239) 325-1725
7500 Davis Blvd.
Naples, FL 34104
bgccc.com
THE BRODY PROJECT FOR ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY
Enhances human health by providing animal- assisted therapy and promoting the healing power of the human-animal bond through community educational forums.
Executive director:
Karen Lasker
(239) 325-9328
P.O. Box 112304
Naples, FL 34108
thebrodyproject.org
C
CANCER ALLIANCE OF NAPLES
Provides financial aid, support, education and information resources for low-income children, families and individuals fighting cancer, including food and gas cards and assistance with rent, utilities and other nonmedical bills.
Executive director:
Marianne R. St. Johns
(239) 643-4673
990 First Ave. S., Suite 200
Naples, FL 34102
cancernaples.com
CARE CLUB OF COLLIER COUNTY
Adult day center that provides care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders.
Executive director:
Luanne Wahlstrom
(239) 353-1994
1800 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, FL 34116
colliercareclub.org
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF COLLIER COUNTY
Seeks to serve and empower all in need regardless of race, nationality or creed by providing social services to individuals and families in the community since 1968.
Executive director:
Armando Galella
(239) 455-2655
2210 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, FL 34116
catholiccharitiescc.org
CENTER FOR REDUCTION OF RELIGIOUS-BASED CONFLICT
Reduces religious-based conflict throughout the world by publicizing existing conflicts, their significance to all of us and their causes, as well as by providing realistic long-term solutions.
Executive director:
Terry O. Trowbridge
(239) 821-4850
649 Fifth Ave. S., Suite 201
Naples, FL 34102
center2000.org
CHARITY FOR CHANGE
Provides a 30-week, classroom-based School “Giver” Program that brings character education to life, helps improve student achievement and teaches students about charities and giving back.
Executive director:
Karen Conley
(239) 592-6787
194 Ridge Drive
Naples, FL 34108
charityforchange.org
CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER OF COLLIER COUNTY
Aims to improve the lives of the abused and neglected children in Collier County through a safe, child-friendly environment, a cooperative multidisciplinary approach and a focus on the children’s needs.
Executive director:
Jacqueline Stephens
(239) 263-8383
1036 Sixth Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34102
caccollier.org
CHRIST CHILD SOCIETY OF NAPLES
All-volunteer group dedicated to helping children age 11 and younger through infant care, literacy and basic needs.
President:
Catherine Boltz
(239) 434-2060
P.O. Box 770179
Naples, FL 34107
christchildnaples.org
CHRISTMAS IN NAPLES
Nondenominational organization established to renovate the houses of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly, veterans, the disabled and families with children.
President:
Laurie Bellico
(239) 293-9389
1190 26th Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34103
christmasinnaples.com
CLASSIC CHAMBER CONCERTS
Provides world-class music at affordable prices and continues to focus on education and presenting renowned artists to its audiences.
Executive director:
Laura Derrer
(239) 434-8505
P.O. Box 7854
Naples, FL 34101
classicchamberconcerts.org
COALATION OF IMMOKALEE WORKERS
Worker-based human rights organization internationally recognized for achievements in the fields of corporate social responsibility, community organizing, sustainable food and combating of modern-day slavery.
Executive director:
Lucas Benitez
(239) 657-8311
110 S. Second St.
Immokalee, FL 34142
ciw-online.org
COLLIER ANIMAL RESCUE
Helps rescue and rehab domestic animals from being euthanized at kill shelters.
Executive director:
Jennifer Stampfli
(239) 571-0473
P.O. Box 10073
Naples, FL 34101
collieranimalrescue.org
COLLIER CHILD CARE RESOURCES
Operates the NCEF Early Childhood Development Center and two A Step Up programs, for children of teen parents who wish to complete high school, and offers early learning resources.
Executive director:
Niccole Howard
(239) 643-3908
2400 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 303
Naples, FL 34103
collierchildcare.org
COLLIER COUNTY DOMESTIC ANIMAL SERVICES
Offers adoptions, low-cost vaccinations and pet-related education as Collier County’s only open-admissions animal shelter.
Executive director:
Amanda Townsend
(239) 252-7387
7610 Davis Blvd.
Naples, FL 34104
collierpets.com
COLLIER COUNTY AUDUBON SOCIETY/ CORKSCREW SWAMP SANCTUARY
Promotes an understanding of and interest in wildlife and the natural environment that supports it, and furthers the cause of conservation of all natural resources.
(239) 643-7822
1020 Eighth Ave. S., Suite 2
Naples, FL 34102
collieraudubon.org
COLLIER HARVEST
Helps to feed the hungry in Collier County through fundraising and food drives at churches, schools and clubs.
Executive director:
Connie Preu
(239) 455-3663
4451 Mercantile Ave.
Naples, FL 34104
collierharvest.org
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF COLLIER COUNTY
Provides donors with philanthropic knowledge and financial stewardship to strengthen the community—forever.
Executive director:
Eileen Connolly-Keesler
(239) 549-5000
2400 Tamiami Trail N.
Naples, FL 34103
cfcollier.org
COMMUNITY PREGNANCY CLINICS
Presents other options to abortion while providing care and compassion for women.
Executive director:
Gary Ingold
(239) 262-6381
940 Fifth Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34102
community4life.com
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES
Independent, college-preparatory school providing qualified students pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, regardless of race or ethnicity, with a curriculum rich in academics and a variety of athletic, club and service opportunities.
Head of school:
David Watson
(239) 597-7575
13275 Livingston Road
Naples, FL 34109
communityschoolnaples.org
CONSERVANCY OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Protects the region’s water, land, wildlife and future through environmental education, policy, science and wildlife rehabilitation.
COO:
Rob Moher
(239) 262-0304
1450 Merrihue Drive
Naples, FL 34102
conservancy.org
CULINARY AND HOSPITALITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SWFL (CHEF)
Provides scholarships to students from Lee and Collier counties enrolled in university culinary and hospitality programs and provides assistance to local high school culinary programs.
Executive director:
Judith Hushon
(239) 643-6222
81 Seagate Drive, Suite 1501
Naples, FL 34103
chefswf l.org
CURE CANCER
Benefits cancer research efforts led by Dr. Daniel Haber at Massachusetts General Hospital to further application of the circulating tumor cell chip technology to diagnose and treat various cancers.
Executive director:
Rose Murphy
(239) 593-3555
1749 Winding Oaks Way
Naples, FL 34109
massgeneral.org/curecancerdinner
D
DAVID LAWRENCE CENTER AND FOUNDATION
Provides behavioral health solutions, dedicated to inspiring and creating life-changing wellness for children and adults through inpatient, outpatient, residential and community-based prevention and treatment services.
Executive director:
David Schimmel
(239) 455-8500
6075 Bathey Lane
Naples, FL 34116
davidlawrencecenter.org
E
EARLY LITERACY AND LEARNING MODEL (ELLM)
Prepares at-risk pre-kindergarten children for reading by promoting literacy and language development through ELLM and WOW (Wings on Words) curriculum, using a coaching model to assist weekly in project classrooms.
Executive director:
Deborah Shaver
(239) 377-0578
616 S. Fifth St.
Immokalee, FL 34142
swfleducation.com
EASTER SEALS FLORIDA
Provides behaviorally based services for individuals with autism and related disabilities through Lily Academy Naples; Lily Academy Fort Myers; adult residential and day training programs; and clinic therapy and training.
Executive director:
Debra Lynne
(239) 992-4680
2801 County Barn Road
Naples, FL 34112
fl.easterseals.com/southwestflorida
THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION—CHAMPIONS FOR LEARNING
Brings the community together to invest ininnovative practices that enrich the environment for student learning.
Executive director:
Susan McManus
(239) 643-4755
3606 Enterprise Ave., Suite 150
Naples, FL 34104
championsforlearning.org
EVERGLADES FOUNDATION
Seeks to preserve and protect America’s Everglades, the source of drinking water for one in three Floridians.
Executive director:
Eric Eikenberg
(305) 251-0001
18001 Old Cutler Road, Suite 625
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
evergladesfoundation.org
EVERGLADES SOCIETY FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Strives to preserve all historic sites, structures, documents, artifacts and memories within the Everglades area.
Executive director:
Marya Repko
(239) 695-2905
P.O. Box 46
Everglades City, FL 34139
evergladeshistorical.org
F
FERAL FELINES
Cares for stray cats with a neuter, spay and release program and nightly feeding follow-up.
Executive director:
Barbara Lewinski
(239) 695-3167
P.O. Box 564
Chokoloskee, FL 34138
FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID)
Represents the interests of both property owners and businesses in growing and sustaining a healthy, vibrant Fifth Avenue South district.
Executive director:
Lise Sundrla
(239) 692-8436
649 Fifth Ave. S.
Naples, FL 34102
fifthavenuesouth.com
FIRST BOOK—COLLIER COUNTY
Addresses one of the most important factors affecting literacy—access to books—by providing a steady stream of new books to children of low-income families to read, take home and share.
Board chair:
Joanne Wyss
(239) 263-6687
1100 Fifth Ave. S., Suite 201
Naples, FL 34102
firstbookcolliercounty.org
THE FIRST TEE OF NAPLES/COLLIER
Impacts the lives of young people by providing positive educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy life choices through the game of golf. Manages The First Tee of Lee County.
Executive director:
Cindy Darland
(239) 825-4851
1370 Creekside Blvd.
Naples, FL 34108
thefirstteenaplescollier.org
FOR THE LOVE OF CATS
All-volunteer, no-kill rescue group dedicated to saving abandoned cats and kittens in the community through generous donations from the public. Showcases at the Marco Island Farmers Market November through April.
Executive director:
Jan Rich
(239) 642-8674
P.O. Box 1777
Marco Island, FL 34146
fortheloveofcatsf l.com
FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED
Promotes an enhanced quality of life for adults with developmental disabilities through community awareness; family support; housing options; and educational, social and recreational activities.
Executive director:
David Glenn
(239) 594-9007
5621 Strand Blvd., Suite 206
Naples, FL 34110
fddswf l.org
FOUNDATION FOR THE IMMOKALEE CHILD CARE CENTER
Provides financial assistance for capital repairs, tuition assistance and an endowment fund for the Immokalee Child Care Center.
(239) 261-1774
3775 Airport-Pulling Road, Suite B
Naples, FL 34105
FOUNDATION OF COLLIER COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY
Provides support and leadership to programs that address access to health care, promote health education and serve the community’s public health needs.
Executive director:
April Donahue
(239) 435-7727
1148 Goodlette-Frank Road N.
Naples, FL 34102
ccmsonline.org/foundation
THE FOUNDERS FUND
Provides more than $200,000 annually in renewable four-year scholarships to 25 to 27 academically talented but economically disadvantaged Collier County students who are seeking post-secondary education.
Executive director:
Sue Davenport
(239) 593-0124
707 Gulf Park Drive
Naples, FL 34108
thefoundersfundinc.org
FRESH START FUND FOR ABUSED WOMEN AND CHILDREN
Supports women and children getting away from abusive relationships by providing grants for safe housing, transportation and educational training since 1996.
(239) 649-5000
2400 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 300
Naples, FL 34103
freshstartfund.org
FRIENDS OF FAKAHATCHEE
Provides financial and volunteer support to preserve the unique ecology and cultural heritage of Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park and to educate the public about its importance.
Executive director:
Francine Stevens
(239) 695-4593
P.O. Box 35
Everglades City, FL 34139
orchidswamp.org
FRIENDS OF FOSTER CHILDREN OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides abused, neglected and abandoned children in Southwest Florida with the social, educational and financial support the state does not.
Executive director:
Jane Billings
(239) 262-1808
2640 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite 112
Naples, FL 34105
friendsoffosterchildren.net
FRIENDS OF ROOKERY BAY
Connects people with Southwest Florida’s dynamic estuarine environment through education, engagement and stewardship by supporting the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Executive director:
Craig Seibert
(239) 417-6310
300 Tower Road
Naples, FL 34113
rookerybay.org
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY OF COLLIER COUNTY
Has supported the creation, expansion and enhancement of library services in Collier County for more than 55 years.
Executive director:
Patricia Sherry
(239) 262-8135
650 Central Ave.
Naples, FL 34102
collier-friends.org
FUN TIME EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY
Provides safe, quality, affordable education and care for children of low-income working families and prepares the children for kindergarten so they are ready to read and learn.
Executive director:
Franny Kain
(239) 261-8284
102 12th St. N.
Naples, FL 34102
funtimeacademy.org
G
GARDEN OF HOPE AND COURAGE
Provides a place of peaceful reflection and spiritual restoration for patients and their families in a beautiful setting of solace and intimacy at the NCH Healthcare System downtown campus.
Executive director:
Amy Lane
(239) 434-6697
1177 Third St. S.
Naples, FL 34102
gardenofhopeandcourage.org
GENE DOYLE MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
Honors the memory and adventurous spirit of Robert Eugene “Gene” Doyle III (1976-1996) by sending deserving local students on their own adventures of a lifetime.
Executive director:
Robin Doyle
(239) 213-8810
P.O. Box 7225
Naples, FL 34101
genedoyle.org
GEORGE DE MARCO FOUNDATION
Donates money in memory of George DeMarco to children’s programs in CollierCounty, including ABLE Academy and the three local high school construction academies.
Executive director:
Carla De Marco Belanger
(239) 643-4077
3527 Domestic Ave.
Naples, FL 34110
GOLISANO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NAPLES (C’MON)
Collier County’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.
Managing director:
Karysia Demarest
(239) 514-0084
15080 Livingston Road
Naples, FL 34109
cmon.org
GRACE CENTER FOUNDATION
Supports the Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, Grace Center—founded by Naples native Marcie Erickson—which serves the poor through day care, sponsorship, a feeding program, a medical clinic and many other programs.
Executive director:
Marcie Erickson
(239) 597-3941
431 Lagoon Ave.
Naples, FL 34108
gracecenterfoundation.org
GRACE PLACE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Faith-based neighborhood center that strives to break the cycle of poverty by teaching literacy, language and life skills to children and families in Golden Gate City.
Executive director:
Rev. Stephanie Munz Campbell
(239) 455-2707
P.O. Box 990531
Naples, FL 34116
graceplacenaples.org
GREATER MARCO FAMILY YMCA
Inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
Executive director:
Lucinda Love
(239) 394-9622
101 Sand Hill St.
Marco Island, FL 34145
marcoislandymca.org
GREATER NAPLES AAUW CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Through the American Association of University Women, sponsors scholarships for mature women and an annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Conference for fifth-grade girls.
President:
Ellen P. Granger
(239) 430-0122
60 Seagate Drive, Suite PH105
Naples, FL 34103
aauwgnb.org
GREATER NAPLES YMCA
Strengthens communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive regardless of their age, income or background.
Executive director:
Paul J. Thein
(239) 597-3148
5450 YMCA Road
Naples, FL 34109
greaternaplesymca.org
GUADALUPE CENTER
Strives to break the cycle of poverty by providing educational, social, and other support programs and resources for the children and families of Immokalee.
Executive director:
Barbara Oppenheim
(239) 657-7711
509 Hope Circle
Immokalee, FL 34142
guadalupecenter.org
GULF COAST BIG BAND
Hosts free monthly Concerts in the Park at the Cambier Park Bandshell September through April, performing big band and jazz music in the Naples area for more than 20 years.
Executive director:
Tim Hains
(239) 877-6090
6953 Burnt Sienna Circle
Naples, FL 34109
GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE
Contributes to Naples’ arts and culture scene through educational opportunities and affordable, high-quality professional theatre, including plays ranging from venerated classics and Broadway hits to contemporary works and world premieres.
Executive director:
Kristen Coury
(239) 261-7529
755 Eighth Ave. S.
Naples, FL 34102
gulfshoreplayhouse.org
H
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF COLLIER COUNTY
Envisions a world in which everyone has a decent place to live, working in partnership with hardworking families in need to provide homeownership opportunities.
Executive director:
Dr. Sam Durso
(239) 775-0036
11145 Tamiami Trail E.
Naples, FL 34113
habitatcollier.org
HARRY CHAPIN FOOD BANK OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Distributes more than 16 million pounds of food valued at nearly $26 million to 150 agencies in Collier, Lee, Hendry, Charlotte and Glades counties, serving more than 30,000 people monthly.
Executive director:
Al Brislain
(239) 334-7007
2221 Corporation Blvd.
Naples, FL 34109
harrychapinfoodbank.org
HEALTHCARE NETWORK OF SWFL RONALD MCDONALD CARE MOBILE
Pediatric mobile office providing primary dental and health care services to more than 15,000 underserved Collier County children.
Executive director:
Louis Traina
(239) 658-3113
3520 Kraft Road, Suite 100
Naples, FL 34105
healthcareswf l.org
HEIL LUTHRINGER FOUNDATION FOR MS
Provides multiple sclerosis education to afflicted individuals and their families, adult survivors of MS, caregivers and health care professionals, and awards scholarships to students whose parents have MS.
Executive director:
Dr. Debbie Heil
(239) 592-7020
6582 Trail Blvd.
Naples, FL 34108
empowermenteducation.org
HELPS OUTREACH
Christ-centered charity that distributes food, clothing, furniture and house ware at no charge and provides a referral service to struggling families in Collier County.
Executive director:
Angela Valentini
(239) 593-3226
2025 J&C Blvd.
Naples, FL 34109
helpsoutreachinc.org
HODGES UNIVERSITY
Offers degrees and other programs that enhance the ability of students to achieve personal and professional objectives.
Executive director:
Dr. Jeanette Brock
(239) 513-1122
2655 Northbrooke Drive
Naples, FL 34119
hodges.edu
HOPE FOR HAITI
Improves the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly children, through education, nutrition and health care, working to connect, heal and empower for more than 20 years.
President:
Tiffany Kuehner
(239) 434-7183
1021 Fifth Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34102
hopeforhaiti.com
HUMANE SOCIETY NAPLES
No-kill adoption center and humane animal clinic that provides animals with shelter in times of need, locates lifelong homes and promotes responsible pet ownership through education, legislation and sterilization.
Executive director:
Michael Simonik
(239) 643-1880
370 Airport-Pulling Road N.
Naples, FL 34104
hsnaples.org
HUNGER & HOMELESS COALITION OF COLLIER COUNTY
Facilitates solutions to prevent and end hunger and homelessness by coordinating services in Collier County.
Executive director:
Debra Mahr
(239) 263-9363
5251 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite E
Naples, FL 34116
collierhomelesscoalition.org
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IMMOKALEE CHILD CARE CENTER
Provides subsidized child care; accredited early education programs; and breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks for 110 children age 1 month to 5 years.
Executive director:
Valarie Bostic
(239) 657-4130
415 Colorado Ave.
Immokalee, FL 34142
immokaleechildcarecenter.org
THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION
Builds pathways to success for the children in Immokalee through college and post-secondary training, mentoring and tutoring, and opportunities for broadening experiences, life skills development and economic independence.
Executive director:
Liz Allbritten
(239) 430-9122
3960 Radio Road, Suite 207
Naples, FL 34104
immokaleefoundation.org
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JEWISH FEDERATION OF COLLIER COUNTY
Offers fundraising, cultural, educational, social and community service programs for the local Jewish population.
Executive director:
David Willens
(239) 263-4205
2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 2201
Naples, FL 34109
jewishnaples.org
JJ ESOTERIC FOUNDATION
Strives to enhance the wellbeing of humanity through physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing by providing opportunities for discussion and education and by supporting the arts, medical and educational communities.
Executive director:
Bernadette Bloom
(239) 289-3744
2671 53rd Terrace SW
Naples, FL 34116
theesotericbloom.com
JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION (JDRF)
The largest charitable supporter of Type 1 diabetes (T1D) research strives to improve the lives of every person affected by T1D by better treating, preventing and ultimately curing T1D.
Executive director:
Carl Marks
(239) 591-2825
5625 Strand Blvd., Suite 504
Naples, FL 34110
floridasuncoast.jdrf.org
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KNEADS: A FRESH VISION FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
Helps adolescents and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities through ongoing, autism-friendly enrichment programs and mentoring on opportunities to develop their talents through the arts and healthy, active lifestyles.
Executive director:
Edith A. Pagoni
(239) 961-8500
7818 Ashton Road
Naples, FL 34113
kneads.org
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LACES OF LOVE
Provides new shoes for needy kids in Collier and Lee counties.
(239) 293-1215
1976 Bethany Place
Naples, FL 34109
lacesoflove.org
LATCHKEY LEAGUE
Helps support the Salvation Army Youth Center in East Naples by providing educational, cultural and recreational services to thousands of children in the area.
Executive director:
Myra Janco Daniels
(239) 775-9447
P.O. Box 413005, No. 221
Naples, FL 34101
salvationarmynaples.org
THE LEAGUE CLUB
Women Junior League members working to strengthen communities through fellowship, education, volunteerism and philanthropy.
President:
Christine Kruman
(239) 353-3100
5051 Castello Drive, Suite 240
Naples, FL 34103
theleagueclub.org
LIGHTHOUSE OF COLLIER
Provides programs and services that foster independence and enhance the quality of life for the blind, visually impaired and their caregivers.
Executive director:
Kathleen Peck
(239) 430-3934
2685 Horseshoe Drive S., Suite 211
Naples, FL 34104
lighthouseofcollier.org
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF COLLIER COUNTY
Enhances the lives of students and their families by improving their literacy skills.
Executive director:
Elaine Mayrides
(239) 262-4448
8833 Tamiami Trail E.
Naples, FL 34113
collierliteracy.org
LORENZO WALKER EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Supports the programs, activities and organizations of the Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology and Lorenzo Walker Technical
High School by providing scholarship funds for adult and high school students.
Executive director:
Curt C. Edwards
(239) 377-0900
P.O. Box 1587
Naples, FL 34106
lwit.edu
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MARCO ISLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Exhibition and educational cultural space that promotes the arts through visual arts and clay classes, lectures through the FGCU
Renaissance Academy, outreach to schools and partnerships with arts organizations.
President:
Rosemary Wick
(239) 394-4221
1010 Winterberry Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
marcoislandart.org
MARCO ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Supports the Marco Island Historical Museum with funding for traveling and permanent exhibits, presentations and numerous other endeavors assuring the mission of preserving the island’s rich heritage and legacy.
Manager:
Lori Wagor
(239) 389-6447
180 S. Heathwood Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
themihs.com
MARCO ISLAND SHELL CLUB
Promotes study, conservation, science, history and appreciation of seashells and mollusks; encourages shell-related interests like collecting, crafting and art; and provides funds to educational institutions whose students further these goals.
Executive director:
Marsha Prunetti
(239) 963-4694
P.O. Box 633
Marco Island, FL 34146
marcoshellclub.com
MARCO ISLAND SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB
Practices “service above self ” by fundraising for local charities, hunger projects, scholarships and more.
Executive director:
Stan Niemczyk
(239) 404-6055
180 Channel Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
marcosunriserotary.com
MIRACLES IN ACTION
Helps Guatemalans in extreme poverty to help themselves through educational, vocational and other sustainable projects, and supports the Mayan cottage industry by selling artisans’ fair-trade handicrafts at local farmers markets.
Executive director:
Penny Rambacher
(239) 348-0815
241 Countryside Drive
Naples, FL 34104
miraclesinaction.org
MISS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT
Offers a Teen Division, ages 13 to 16, and Miss Division, ages 17 to 24, as the preliminary to Miss America, the largest provider of scholarships to young women worldwide.
Executive director:
Kimberley Ouimet
(239) 304-9658
1065 Borghese Lane, Suite 1004
Naples, FL 34114
misssouthwestf lorida.org
MOTHER FRANCES DE SALES AUXILIARY TO THE HOMELESS
Raises funds for the homeless in Naples and assists young girls in becoming dignified young women of service.
Executive director:
Rebecca D. Foxhoven
(239) 434-0102
2540 Half Moon Walk
Naples, FL 34102
motherfrancesdesalesaux.com
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NAPLES ALLIANCE FOR CHILDREN
Connects the community through information, referral and programming with the resources that meet the education, health and welfare needs of the children and families in Collier County.
Executive director:
Myra Shapiro
(239) 649-5260
660 Ninth St. N., Suite 35D
Naples, FL 34103
napleschild.org
NAPLES ART ASSOCIATION
Promotes and advances education, interest and participation in the contemporary visual arts, serving artists along their creative journeys and inspiring all who visit to live and think artistically since 1954.
Executive director:
Aimee Schlehr
(239) 262-6517
585 Park St.
Naples, FL 34102
naplesart.org
NAPLES ASIAN PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION
Provides leadership in connecting Asian professionals and the community for economic, social and intellectual enrichment and supports charitable and educational causes in the Southwest Florida community.
President:
Colin Feng
(239) 770-1501
P.O. Box 413005, PMB 4
Naples, FL 34101
naplesasianprofessionals.org
NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN
Combines 170 acres of gorgeous tropical gardens and pristine natural areas with innovative programs for people of all ages and abilities.
Executive director:
Brian Holley
(239) 643-7275
4820 Bayshore Drive
Naples, FL 34112
naplesgarden.org
NAPLES CHILDREN & EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Supports charitable programs that improve the physical, emotional and educational lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County.
Executive director:
Maria Jimenez-Lara
(239) 514-2239
6200 Shirley St., Suite 206
Naples, FL 34109
napleswinefestival.com
NAPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
The National Blue Ribbon School partners with Christian parents to develop students with hearts impassioned to love God, minds disciplined to think biblically and hands prepared to serve.
Executive director:
Trusha Barner
(239) 455-1080
3161 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, FL 34116
napleschristian.net
NAPLES CONCERT BAND
Entertains the community October through April with free, monthly old-fashioned concerts at the Cambier Park Bandshell.
Donations help defray operating expenses and benefit student members through a scholarship fund.
Board of directors president:
Ev Hughes
(239) 263-9521
P.O. Box 31
Naples, FL 34106
naplesconcertband.org
NAPLES EQUESTRIAN CHALLENGE
Improves the lives of children and adults with special needs through therapeutic riding and equine-related programs.
Executive director:
Kim Minarich
(239) 596-2988
206 Ridge Drive
Naples, FL 34108
naplesequestrianchallenge.org
NAPLES GARDEN CLUB
Fosters appreciation of horticulture, design and the environment by providing opportunities for learning and sharing.
Executive director:
Linda LaRue-Brown
(239) 262-1272
4820 Bayshore Drive
Naples, FL 34112
naplesgardenclub.org
NAPLES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Preserves Naples’ history and heritage for the community and future generations to enjoy.
Executive director:
Elaine L. Reed
(239) 261-8164
P.O. Box 201
Naples, FL 34106
napleshistoricalsociety.org
NAPLES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Celebrates independent film and filmmakers in an intimate festival setting that enhances the cultural and artistic life of the Naples community.
Executive director:
Shannon Franklin
(239) 775-3456
2338 Immokalee Road, Suite 110
Naples, FL 34110
naplesfilmfest.com
NAPLES JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB
Promotes the empowerment of people and access to education and strives to enhance the lives of others through volunteer service.
Executive director:
Marguerite Steege
(239) 572-2079
570 Park St.
Naples, FL 34102
naplesjuniors.com
NAPLES MUSIC CLUB
Hosts an annual music competition with awarded scholarships; enables financially needy students to benefit from a musical education; provides performance opportunities for its members; and sponsors concerts and educational activities.
Executive director:
Myra Williams
(239) 262-5093
P.O. Box 112383
Naples, FL 34108
naplesmusicclub.org
NAPLES NORTH ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION
Provides time and talents to the local community through a variety of service projects and scholarships.
Executive director:
Jeff Clapper
(239) 398-3622
P.O. Box 1307
Naples, FL 34106
naplesnorthrotary.com
NAPLES ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS
Volunteer-based organization bringing classical and popular music to audiences in Collier and Lee counties to enrich the cultural experience of local communities.
President:
Anne Wilson
(908) 415-1655
P.O Box 9542
Naples, FL 34101
naplesorchestraandchorus.org
NAPLES PILOT FOUNDATION
Provides service projects by way of Pilot International, a worldwide volunteer organization that promotes community awareness of brain disorders and prevention of traumatic brain injuries.
Executive director:
Suzanne Lester
(239) 289-8268
P.O. Box 8674
Naples, FL 34101
pilotinternational.org
THE NAPLES PLAYERS
Creates and performs affordable high-quality amateur theater, encourages participation in and appreciation of theater, and provides educational and enrichment opportunities and outreach programs for residents and visitors.
Executive director:
Jim Rideoutte
(239) 434-7340
701 Fifth Ave. S.
Naples, FL 34102
naplesplayers.org
NAPLES WOMAN’S CLUB
Supports the community through philanthropic activities and volunteer service and raises awareness of ongoing community needs, continuing an 81-year tradition of helping people of all ages through various programs.
President:
Lee Kraus
(239) 262-6331
570 Park St.
Naples, FL 34102
napleswomansclub.org
NAPLES ZOO AT CARIBBEAN GARDENS
Nationally accredited zoo offering a full day of activities, featuring a path winding nearly a mile past rare and beautiful animals residing within a historic tropical garden of exotic plants.
President:
Jack Mulvena
(239) 262-5409
1590 Goodlette-Frank Road
Naples, FL 34102
napleszoo.org
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI)
Improves the quality of life of the one in four individuals in the community affected by serious and persistent mental illness, and their families, through support, education and advocacy.
Executive director:
Kathryn Leib Hunter
(239) 260-7300
6216 Trail Blvd.
Naples, FL 34108
namicollier.org
NCH HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
Provides more than $30 million in charity care each year as the largest nonprofit, community- based health care provider of in-patient services in Collier County.
Executive director:
Jim Martin
(239) 624-2000
P.O. Box 234
Naples, FL 34106
nchmd.org
NCH SAFE & HEALTHY CHILDREN’S COALITION OF COLLIER COUNTY
Coordinates individuals, agencies and businesses to address major issues adversely impacting Collier County youth through facilitation and implementation of programs that combat childhood obesity, prevent childhood drowning and reduce SIDS.
Executive director:
Paula DiGrigoli
(239) 537-3436
P.O Box 234
Naples, FL 34106
safehealthychildren.org
NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CLINIC
Provides quality health care to low-income working but uninsured Collier County adults, utilizing a volunteer professional staff and private philanthropy.
Executive director:
Leslie Lascheid
(239) 260-2080
121 Goodlette-Frank Road N.
Naples, FL 34102
neighborhoodhealthclinic.org
NEW HORIZONS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Empowers at-risk youth to reach their full potential through tutoring, mentoring and faith, providing more than 40,000 hours of after-school tutoring and mentoring each year to 260 youth.
Executive director:
Debra Haley
(239) 565-6714
P.O. Box 111833
Naples, FL 34108
mysuperkidsclub.org
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ONE BY ONE LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION
Builds the community, focusing on Immokalee, by connecting supports and services to the needs of the vulnerable and organizing initiatives that empower youth through academics, sports mentoring and business leadership.
Executive director:
John Lawson
(239) 248-5857
P.O. Box 5393
Immokalee, FL 34143
1by1leadershipfoundation.org
OPERA NAPLES
Enriches the Southwest Florida community by producing opera performances and educational programs that engage internationally renowned performers and directors while nurturing regionally based talent.
Executive director:
Carol Shaw
(239) 963-9050
2408 Linwood Ave.
Naples, FL 34112
operanaples.org
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PARADISE COASTMEN
Southwest Florida’s premier men’s a cappella chorus.
Executive director:
Jim McKinnon
(239) 352-6366
P.O. Box 111431
Naples, FL 34105
naplesbarbershopchorus.org
PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Promotes quality of life for all persons with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners.
Executive director:
Anne M. Marchetti
(239) 417-3465
1048 Goodlette-Frank Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34102
pasfi.org
PHYSICIAN LED ACCESS NETWORK (PLAN) OF COLLIER COUNTY
Helps qualified, low-income, uninsured Collier County residents receive free comprehensive medical care within its network of 275 volunteer physicians, clinics and hospitals.
Executive director:
Michelle S. Jay
(239) 776-3016
2500 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 212
Naples, FL 34103
plancc.org
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF COLLIER COUNTY
Enables people to make responsible choices about their sexual and reproductive health by providing access to services.
President:
Stephanie Marshall
(239) 262-8923
1425 Creech Road
Naples, FL 34103
plannedparenthood.org
PROJECT HELP OF NAPLES
Works with dignity and compassion to ease the pain of those who have been affected by rape, domestic violence, crime or loss of a loved one.
Executive director:
Michelle English
(239) 649-1404
3123 Terrace Ave.
Naples, FL 34104
projecthelpnaples.org
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REDLANDS CHRISTIAN MIGRANT ASSOCIATION
Opens doors of opportunity through quality child care and education from crib to high school and beyond.
Executive director:
Barbara Mainster
(800) 282-6540
402 W. Main St.
Immokalee, FL 34142
rcma.org
RICKY KING CHILDREN’S FUND
Empowers families of sick, dying and disabled children by providing support so their children can receive the services and equipment needed to get the most out of life.
Executive director:
Jennifer Weidenbruch
(239) 449-0209
2390 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 102
Naples, FL 34103
rickykingfund.org
ROTARY CLUB OF NAPLES
Provides funds for local and international charitable organizations.
President:
Richard Kirchner
(239) 262-1040
2375 Tamiami Trail N.
Naples, FL 34119
rotarynaples.com
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SAINT ANN SCHOOL FOUNDATION
Provides much-needed scholarship and tuition assistance to the children of Saint Ann Catholic School, which welcomes and inspires pre-kindergarten through eighth grade children.
Executive director:
Pamela Macia
(239) 262-4110
475 Ninth Ave. S.
Naples, FL 34102
stann.net
SALVATION ARMY OF COLLIER COUNTY
Preaches the gospel of Jesus Christ and meets human needs without discrimination by providing emergency and disaster social services, financial assistance, food, clothing, after-school programs and fully licensed child care.
Executive director:
Maj. Dan Proctor
(239) 775-9447
3180 Estey Ave.
Naples, FL 34104
salvationarmynaples.org
SEACREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
A preschool through 12th grade college preparatory, independent school where children learn with creativity and joy as they are prepared for life.
Executive director:
John D. Watson
(239) 793-1976
7100 Davis Blvd.
Naples, FL 34104
seacrest.org
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CENTERS’ FRIENDSHIP HEALTH CLINIC
Through volunteer professionals, provides primary and some specialty health and dental care to uninsured and underinsured individuals age 50 and older living at or near federal poverty levels.
Executive director:
Betty Gamel
(239) 566-7425
2171 Pine Ridge Road, Suite F
Naples, FL 34109
friendshipcenters.org
THE SHELTER FOR ABUSED WOMEN & CHILDREN
Leads the community to prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence through advocacy, empowerment and social change.
Executive director:
Linda Oberhaus
(239) 775-3862
P.O. Box 10102
Naples, FL 34101
naplesshelter.org
SHY WOLF SANCTUARY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CENTER
Exotic animal rescue and educational center operating entirely on donations and run by an all-volunteer staff.
President:
Nancy J. Smith
(855) 749-9653
1161 27th St. SW
Naples, FL 34117
shywolfsanctuary.com
SPECIAL OLYMPICS COLLIER COUNTY
Provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, offering opportunities for its athletes to demonstrate courage, experience joy and share their gifts, skills and friendship.
Executive director:
David McKenzie
(239) 775-1991
2663 Airport-Pulling Road S., Suite D101
Naples, FL 34112
specialolympicscollier.org
ST. ELIZABETH SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Private Catholic elementary and middle school dedicated to providing students with the foundations for living their lives in search of high education, higher goals and unwavering faith.
Executive director:
Dr. Denny Denison
(239) 455-2262
2730 53rd Terrace SW
Naples, FL 34116
saintelizabethseton.com
ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Creates a unique learning environment that effectively prepares each student to positively impact the world through lives lived with faith, integrity, intelligence, personal responsibility, joy and selfless service.
Principal:
Sister Patricia Roche
(239) 455-3044
3000 53rd St. SW
Naples, FL 34116
sjnceltics.org
ST. MATTHEW’S HOUSE
Changes lives in a spiritual environment that is both compassionate and disciplined and provides housing for the homeless and food for the needy.
Executive director:
Rev. Vann R. Ellison
(239) 774-0500
2001 Airport-Pulling Road S.
Naples, FL 34112
stmatthewshouse.org
STORYTELLERS CREATIVE ARTS
Inspires and develops creative people, motivating them to use their artistic gifts to impact culture in positive ways.
Executive director:
Bill Barnett
(239) 250-1822
P.O. Box 111742
Naples, FL 34108
storytellerscreativearts.com
SUNLIGHT HOME
Attempts to break the cycle of poverty and abuse for at-risk pregnant women and teens as the only residential maternity home in Collier County since 1994.
Executive director:
Linda Hale
(239) 352-0251
P.O. Box 9194
Naples, FL 34101
sunlighthome.org
SUNSHINE KIDS
Provides a variety of programs and events, free of charge, for kids who are receiving cancer treatments in hospitals across North America.
Executive director:
Brenda Fioretti
(239) 659-2400
621 Fifth Ave. S.
Naples, FL 34102
sunshinekids.org
SWFL CHILDREN’S CHARITIES
Provides funding to local charities serving local children.
Executive director:
Elaine Hawkins
(239) 513-7990
5600 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 12
Naples, FL 34108
swf lwinefest.org
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THEATREZONE
Naples’ professional regional theatre company employs Broadway veterans and celebrities and uses a live orchestra to present “The Lost Treasures of Broadway,” musicals and world premieres seldom seen in Southwest Florida.
Executive director:
Mark Danni
(888) 966-3352
13275 Livingston Road
Naples, FL 34109
theatrezone-f lorida.com
TRUST FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF RESPONSIBLE ARTISTS
Books and promotes benefit concerts, giving public exposure to musicians and charities.
Executive director:
Robert W. Goldman
(239) 436-1988
745 12th Ave. S., Suite 101
Naples, FL 34102
gigforgood.org
TUMAINI FUND USA
Attempts to enable the estimated 200,000 AIDS orphans of Tanzania to survive and become self-sufficient by providing them with the basic necessities of life and educational opportunities.
Executive director:
Rick Swope
(239) 262-0170
553 Galleon Dr.
Naples, FL 34102
tumainifundusa.org
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UNITED ARTS COUNCIL OF COLLIER COUNTY
Promotes the entire arts community and provides education in the arts to at-risk students.
Executive director:
Elaine Hamilton
(239) 254-8242
1495 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 5
Naples, FL 34109
collierarts.com
UNITED WAY OF COLLIER COUNTY
Works to advance the common good by focusing on the building blocks for a good quality of life: education, income, health and safety net services.
President:
Steven L. Sanderson
(239) 261-7112
848 First Ave. N., Suite 240
Naples, FL 34102
uwcollier.org
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VOLUNTEER SERVICES FOR ANIMALS
Provides low-cost shot clinics and rescue, adoption, and spay and neuter efforts, striving for a time when all pets in Collier County will have homes.
Executive director:
Phyllis Estes
(239) 290-6274
6017 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 330
Naples, FL 34105
vsarescue.org
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WINGED FOOT SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Awards a scholarship to one senior scholar athlete from each Collier County high school, presenting finalists with $5,000 and one winner with $10,000.
Executive director:
H.A. (Bud) Hornbeck II
(239) 262-7171
1395 Panther Lane, Suite 100
Naples, FL 34109
wingedfootaward.com
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YOUNG LIFE COLLIER COUNTY
Nondenominational Christian youth organization that reaches out to middle and high school students, teen moms and special needs kids in Naples and Immokalee.
Executive director:
Zach Gurick
(239) 260-5047
2010 Orange Blossom Drive
Naples, FL 34109
ylcc.younglife.org
YOUTH HAVEN
Collier County’s only residential emergency shelter for abused, neglected or abandoned children age 6 to 17 provides counseling services, in-home parenting education, crisis intervention and substance abuse prevention programs.
Executive director:
Jinx Liggett
(239) 774-2904
5867 Whitaker Road
Naples, FL 34112
youthhaven.net
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ZONTA CLUB OF NAPLES
Worldwide organization serving women such as the Immokalee PACE Center for Girls, the Naples Teenage Parent Program and others for 40 years.
Executive director:
Jane Kolczun
(239) 245-8173
P.O. Box 10911
Naples, FL 34101
zonta-naples.org
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ABUSE COUNSELING AND TREATMENT
Serves victims of domestic violence and their children and survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking in Lee, Hendry and Glades counties.
Executive director:
Jennifer L. Benton
(239) 939-2553
P.O. Box 60401
Fort Myers, FL 33906
actabuse.com
ADONIS AUTISM ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION
Enhances the quality of life for people living with autism by providing resources, activities, information, advocacy and support, and funding when available, to those who love someone living with autism.
Executive director:
Armando Galella
(239) 671-7668
P.O. Box 61005
Fort Myers, FL 33906
adonisautism.org
ALVIN A. DUBIN ALZHEIMER’S RESOURCE CENTER
Provides information, education and support to individuals who have been diagnosed with memory impairment and to their family caregivers.
Executive director:
Jan Kerlin
(239) 437-3007
12468 Brantley Commons Court
Fort Myers, FL 33907
alzheimersswfl.org
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION—FLORIDA GULF COAST CHAPTER
Aims to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce risk of dementia through promotion of brain health.
Executive director:
Gloria J.T. Smith
(239) 405-7008
9220 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 223
Bonita Springs, FL 33952
alz.org/flgulfcoast
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service.
(239) 936-1113
4575 Via Royale, Suite 110
Fort Myers, FL 33919
cancer.org
AMERICAN HEART ASSOSICATION—SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DIVISION
A division of the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization devoted to fighting heart disease and stroke—America’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers, respectively.
Executive director:
Leslie Amick
(239) 495-4900
28441 Bonita Crossings Blvd.
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
heart.org
ANGEL FLIGHT SOUTHEAST
Arranges free f lights so children and adults in Florida can have access to the far-from-home doctors who can save their lives.
Executive director:
Steve Purello
(800) 352-4256
8864 Airport Blvd.
Leesburg, FL 34788
angelf lightse.org
ANIMAL REFUGE CENTER
Places approximately 500 dogs and cats each year into responsible, loving homes and educates the community about spaying and neutering, with the goal of preventing the use of euthanasia.
Executive director:
Wayne Leinen
(239) 731-3535
18011 Old Bayshore Road
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
animalrefugecenter.com
ART LEAGUE OF FORT MYERS
Promotes the application, appreciation, enjoyment and distribution of fine art through exhibitions, education, outreach programs and collaboration with other organizations to attract people to the community through art-enriching experiences.
President:
KiKi Brewsaugh
(239) 275-3970
P.O. Box 2255
Fort Myers, FL 33902
artleagueoffortmyers.org
ARTFEST FORT MYERS
A true community weekend celebration of art, bringing 200 professional artists from across the country, a high school art competition and free art activities for children of all ages.
Executive director:
Sharon McAllister
(239) 768-3602
2443 First St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
artfestfortmyers.com
ASSOCIA CARES
Assists families and communities following natural and man-made disasters to help people get back on their feet and recover as quickly as possible.
President:
Wendy Murray
(239) 277-0718
13461 Parker Commons Blvd., Suite 101
Fort Myers, FL 33912
associacares.com
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BARBARA’S FRIENDS—THE GOLISANO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL CANCER FUND
Develops and provides resources to fulfill needs for treatment, education and care for Southwest Florida pediatric cancer patients and their families.
Executive director:
Frank Haskell
(239) 489-4783
10100 Cypress Cove Drive, Unit 282
Fort Myers, FL 33908
BIG ARTS (BARRIER ISLAND GROUP FOR THE ARTS)
Provides quality cultural and educational experiences to the residents and visitors of Sanibel, Captiva and neighboring communities.
Executive director:
Lee Ellen Harder
(239) 395-0900
900 Dunlop Road
Sanibel, FL 33957
bigarts.org
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE SUN COAST
Provides children facing adversity with strong, enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever, with the vision that all children achieve success in life.
Executive director:
Joy Mahler
(941) 488-4009
101 W. Venice Ave., Suite 34
Venice, FL 34285
bbbssun.org
BONITA SPRINGS ASSISTANCE OFFICE
Gives a “hand up,” not a “hand out,” by providing relief for Bonita Springs residents to lessen the impact of financial and personal crises.
Executive director:
Maribel Slabaugh
(239) 992-3034
25300 Bernwood Drive, Unit 6
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
bonitaassistance.org
BONITA SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Discovers, procures and preserves the historical facts, memorabilia, artifacts, buildings and environs of Bonita Springs and the surrounding area.
(239) 992-9667
P.O. Box 3015
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
bonitaspringshistoricalsociety.org
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LEE COUNTY
Provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for more than 1,300 youth age 6 to 18, assuring success is within reach of every young person who walks through its doors.
Executive director:
Shannon Lane
(239) 334-1886
7275 Concourse Drive, Suite 200
Fort Myers, FL 33908
bgclc.net
BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK
Raises money to feed Southwest Florida children in need to improve their health and school attendance, and thus their academic opportunity, with 100 percent of donations going toward food purchases.
Executive director:
Scott Fischer
(239) 690-4653
12271 Towne Lake Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33913
blessingsinleeco.org
BRIGHTEST HORIZONS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Provides educational and developmental child care for children of low-income working families and strives to provide for the social, emotional, economic and developmental needs of those children and their families.
Executive director:
Tina Parsons
(239) 481-2100
10320 Gladiolus Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33908
brightesthorizons.org
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CALUSA NATURE CENTER AND PLANETARIUM
A 105-acre environmental education organization offering a living history museum, three nature trails, a planetarium, butterfly and bird aviaries, a gift shop, and meeting and picnic areas.
Executive director:
Mary Rawl
(239) 275-3435
3450 Ortiz Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33905
calusanature.org
CANDLELIGHTERS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides support, education and family activities to children diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders and to their family members.
Executive director:
Klair M. Snellbaker
(239) 432-2223
9981 S. HealthPark Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33908
candlelightersswfl.org
CAPE CORAL CARING CENTER
The emergency food pantry helps residents in Cape Coral with emergency food needs and assists those who qualify with electric bills.
Executive director:
Julie Ferguson
(239) 945-1927
4645 SE 15th Ave.
Cape Coral, FL 33904
capecoralcaringcenter.org
CAPE CORAL HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Displays the history of Cape Coral through three buildings, a military room, rose garden, native plant garden, Native American artifacts and more.
Executive director:
Anne C. Cull
(239) 772-7037
544 Cultural Park Blvd.
Cape Coral, FL 33991
capecoralhistoricalmuseum.org
CENTER FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS
Provides 80,000-plus residents and visitors annually with art, music, theater, film and dance classes; performances and film series; and three art festivals showcasing artists from the U.S. and nine foreign countries.
Executive director:
Susan Bridges
(239) 495-8989
26100 Old 41 Road
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
artcenterbonita.org
CHILD CARE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides education programs for children through age 8 at six early learning centers; offers training for early childhood professionals; and administers a federal food program for eligible organizations.
Executive director:
Beth Lobdell
(239) 278-1002
6831 Palisades Park Court, Suite 6
Fort Myers, FL 33912
ccswfl.org
CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Improves the lives of children and their families through a coordinated response to child abuse and neglect.
Executive director:
Jill L. Turner
(239) 939-2808
3830 Evans Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
cac-swf l.org
CLINIC FOR THE REHABILITATION OF WILDLIFE (CROW)
Wildlife hospital and education center on Sanibel Island dedicated to saving wildlife through compassion, care and education.
Executive director:
Peg Albert
(239) 472-3644
P.O. Box 150
Sanibel, FL 33957
crowclinic.org
COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE MINISTRIES INC.
Aims to eliminate hunger and homelessness in Lee County while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education and social service programs.
Executive director:
Tracey Galloway
(239) 332-7687
P.O. Box 2143
Fort Myers, FL 33902
ccmileecounty.com
CREW LAND & WATER TRUST
Preserves and protects the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed in Lee and Collier counties.
Executive director:
Brenda Brooks
(239) 657-2253
23998 Corkscrew Road
Estero, FL 33928
crewtrust.org
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DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING CENTER
Empowers deaf and hard of hearing citizens and their families through education, advocacy, community involvement and more in Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Hendry and Glades counties.
Executive director:
Lori Timson
(239) 461-0334
1860 Boy Scout Drive, Suite B208
Fort Myers, FL 33907
dsc.us
DISABLED VETERANS INSURANCE CAREERS
Educates, trains and generates meaningful employment opportunities for physically disabled veterans who will excel at proactively cross-selling personal lines of insurance products on behalf of leading independent insurance agencies.
President:
Gary Bryant
(239) 433-8523
14391 Metropolis Ave., Suite 101
Fort Myers, FL 33912
dvic.us
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EDISON FESTIVAL OF LIGHT
Honors Thomas Alva Edison’s contributions and provides education and activities relating to Edison’s works and values, including the Junior Parade, Grand Parade of Light, Day of Discovery and 5K Race.
President:
David Campbell
(239) 334-2999
P.O. Box 339
Fort Myers, FL 33902
edisonfestival.org
EDISON SAILING CENTER
Recognized as both a U.S. Sailing Sanctioned Community Sailing Center and U.S. Powerboat Training Center, the center provides youth with STEM activities, community outreach opportunities and safe boating.
Executive director:
Ross Webb
(239) 454-5114
15880 Summerlin Road, Suite 300-175
Fort Myers, FL 33908
edisonsailingcenter.org
EDUCATIONAL CONCERNS FOR HUNGER ORGANIZATION (ECHO)
Aims to reduce hunger and improve lives around the world through agricultural education, resources and skills.
President:
Stan Doerr
(239) 543-3246
17391 Durrance Road
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
echonet.org
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FLORIDA CANCER SPECIALISTS FOUNDATION
Provides non-medical living expense assistance to qualified cancer patients by offering short-term, one-time financial support to individuals undergoing cancer treatment in the state of Florida.
Foundation manager:
Debra Betterly
(239) 432-8325
Veronica S. Shoemaker Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33916
foundation.flcancer.com
FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
Encourages, solicits, receives and administersgifts for scientific, educational and charitable purposes, all for the advancement of Florida Gulf Coast University.
Executive director:
Chris Simoneau
(239) 590-1074
10501 FGCU Blvd. S.
Fort Myers, FL 33965
fgcu.edu/foundation
FLORIDA REP
Provides first-class regional theatre, striving to create, nurture and develop an ensemble of theatre professionals; help improve the quality of life through the arts; and make the arts accessible to all.
Executive director:
Robert Cacioppo
(239) 332-4665
P.O. Box 2483
Fort Myers, FL 33902
floridarep.org
FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION
Provides a cultural education of Fort Myers Beach; promotes art study, practice and appreciation; hosts public art exhibitions and programs; and encourages instruction of children and junior artists.
President:
Joan Zeoli
(239) 463-3909
P.O. Box 2359
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33932
fortmyersbeachart.com
FOSTER CARE ADVISORY SERVICES
Strives to improve the lives of abused and neglected children and to bring normalcy to their otherwise terribly disrupted lives.
Executive director:
Charles B. Johnson
(239) 939-1338
4165 E. River Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33916
fostercareadvisoryservices.org
THE FOUNDATION FOR LEE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Enhances and enriches the quality of public education for students and educators through programs, resources and experiences made possible through corporate, individual and educational partnerships.
Executive director:
Marshall T. Bower
(239) 337-0433
2266 Second St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
leeschoolfoundation.org
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THE GABRIEL HOUSE
Provides a residential home for abandoned children with a medical history, from birth to age 6.
Executive director:
Edward B. Ravish
(239) 489-2663
9600 Daniels Parkway, Suite 29
Fort Myers, FL 33912
gabrielhouse.org
GOLISANO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides lifesaving care and treatment for Southwest Florida children suffering from injury, illness, chronic disease and abuse.
Executive director:
Sharon A. MacDonald
(239) 343-6060
16451 HealthPark Commons Drive, Suite 200
Fort Myers, FL 33908
childrenshospitalgoal.org
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides programs and services that help people with disabilities and disadvantages overcome barriers to employment and independence.
Executive director:
Thomas L. Feurig
(239) 995-2106
4940 Bayline Drive
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
goodwillswf l.org
GULF COAST HUMANE SOCIETY
No-kill, no-euthanasia shelter that cares for unwanted, neglected and abandoned animals in Southwest Florida without federal, state or county funding or funding from the Humane Society of the United States.
Executive director:
Jennifer Galloway
(239) 332-0364
2010 Arcadia St.
Fort Myers, FL 33916
gulfcoasthumanesociety.org
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF LEE AND HENDRY COUNTIES
Envisions a world in which everyone has a decent place to live, and seeks to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Executive director:
Katherine C. “Kitty” Green
(239) 652-0434
1288 N. Tamiami Trail
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
habitat4humanity.org
HADASSAH—COLLIER/LEE CHAPTER
Through 845 local volunteer members, supports pace-setting medical research and offers informational programs, like “Women’s Heart Health Awareness,” to the community.
President:
Shelley Skelton
(239) 676-3052
14566 Speranza Way
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
HARVEST TIMES MINISTRIES
Feeds bodies and souls in farm-worker camps, as well as other needy families, and distributes school supplies.
Executive director:
Rev. Geraldine K. Franck
(239) 947-6016
P.O. Box 366277
Bonita Springs, FL 34136
harvesttimebonita.org
HEALTHY START OF SWFL
Helps ensure every baby has a healthy start in life, annually serving more than 17,000 women and infants throughout Southwest Florida since 1992.
Executive director:
Cathy Timuta
(239) 425-6926
1921 Jefferson Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
healthystartbaby.org
THE HEIGHTS FOUNDATION
Builds strong, self-sufficient families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood by supporting education and wellness, promoting family and community development, and providing the benefits of enrichment and the arts.
Executive director:
Kathryn Kelly
(239) 482-7706
15570 Hagie Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33908
heightsfoundation.org
HOPE CLUBHOUSE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides opportunities for people living with mental illness by offering meaningful work, education, friendships and access to housing in a dignified setting.
Executive director:
Debra Webb
(239) 267-1777
3601 Broadway
Fort Myers, FL 33966
hopeclubhouse.org
HOPE HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Provides care and services to everyone in need in Lee, Collier, Hendry, Glades and Charlotte counties.
Executive director:
Samira K. Beckwith
(239) 482-4673
9470 HealthPark Circle
Fort Myers, FL 33908
hopehcs.org
HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS PARTNERSHIPS
Educates community members and professionals about human trafficking, conducts prevention programs for youth using art, and works with businesses and medical professionals to recognize signs of trafficking in their workplaces.
Executive director:
Nola Theiss
(239) 415-2635
P.O. Box 1113
Sanibel, FL 33957
humantraffickingawareness.org
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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
The world’s largest organization dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.
Executive director:
Anne Frazier
(239) 225-2590
9530 Marketplace Road, Suite 302
Fort Myers, FL 33912
jaswf l.org
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF FORT MYERS
Women devoted to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.
Executive director:
Anita Duenas
(239) 277-1197
12995 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 157
Fort Myers, FL 33907
jlfm.org
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THE LABORATORY THEATER OF FLORIDA
Brings cutting-edge and classical theater performances and theater education for all ages to Fort Myers.
Executive director:
Annette Trossbach
(239) 218-0481
1634 Woodford Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
laboratorytheaterf lorida.com
LARC
Promotes and provides comprehensive community-based supports and services to adults with developmental disabilities, which allows them to live, work and recreate in their own communities and prevent institutionalization.
Executive director:
Roger Bradley
(239) 334-6285
2570 Hanson St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
larcleecounty.org
LEE BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION BUILDERS CARE
Provides emergency repair, construction and remodeling services to elderly, disabled and economically disadvantaged Lee County homeowners who are unable to obtain these services through traditional means.
Executive director:
Heidi Taulman
(239) 938-0056
10501 Six Mile Cypress Parkway, Suite 104
Fort Myers, FL 33966
leebuilderscare.com
LEE COUNTY ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Facilitates and nurtures the creation, development, promotion and education of arts and culture.
Executive director:
Lydia Black
(239) 939-2787
10091 McGregor Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33919
artinlee.org
LEE COUNTY COALITION FOR A DRUGFREE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides prevention education and prevention events for families in Lee County.
Executive director:
Deborah Comella
(239) 931-9317
P.O. Box 61688
Fort Myers, FL 33906
drugfreeswf l.org
LEE MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM FOUNDATION
Supports Lee Memorial Health System and helps to offset the costs of providing advanced technology, renowned physicians, expert nurses, nutritionists, pharmacists and lifesaving care 365 days a year.
Executive director:
Sharon MacDonald
(239) 343-6059
16451 Health Park Commons Drive, Suite 200
Fort Myers, FL 33908
leememorial.org/foundation
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY—SOUTHERN FLORIDA & PUERTO RICO CHAPTER
Works toward curing leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma as part of the world’s largest voluntary nonprofit health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services.
Executive director:
Emily Marquez
(954) 744-5300
200 S. Park Road, Suite 140
Hollywood, FL 33021
lls.org/sfl
LIFELINE FAMILY CENTER
Two-year residential maternity program for homeless pregnant teenagers that is dedicated to saving the lives of both babies and moms without any government funding.
Executive director:
Kathy Miller
(239) 242-7238
907 SE Fifth Ave.
Cape Coral, FL 33990
lifelinefamilycenter.org
LOVE INC OF SOUTH LEE AND NORTH COLLIER COMMUNITIES
Through its phone-in clearinghouse, seeks to connect its neighbors with verified needs to the church, church volunteer and/or service agency best equipped to meet their needs.
Executive director:
Ronald L. Watford
(239) 405-8595
9148 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 103
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
loveincswfl.org
LUTHERAN SERVICES FLORIDA
Operates the youth Oasis Shelter and provides various services across Southwest Florida, including child welfare, youth and family counseling, and substance abuse counseling.
Executive director:
Thomas J. Desio
(239) 275-1126
3615 Central Ave., Suite 4
Fort Myers, FL 33901
lsfnet.org
LYMPHEDEMA RESOURCES
Community-based volunteer organization providing lymphedema therapy and compression garments at no charge to the uninsured and underserved in Southwest Florida.
Executive director:
Claire Hauenstein
(239) 437-1606
P.O. Box 1115
Estero, FL 33929
lymphedemaresources.org
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MAKE-A-WISH SOUTHERN FLORIDA
Grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
Executive director:
Norm Wedderburn
(239) 992-9474
3655 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 3
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
sfla.wish.org
MCGREGOR CLINIC
Provides primary care and support services to persons affected by and infected with HIV/AIDS.
Executive director:
Sharon Murphy
(239) 334-9555
3487 Broadway
Fort Myers, FL 33901
mcgregorclinic.org
MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING
Stops drunk driving through the support of victims and prevention of underage drinking.
Executive director:
Dave Pinsker
(239) 791-7560
12601 Metro Parkway, Suite 3
Fort Myers, FL 33966
madd.org
MUSIC FOR MINORS FOUNDATION
Raises money to purchase new and gently used musical instruments and awards them to deserving students in Collier and Lee counties.
Executive director:
Don Rhynard
(239) 273-2250
P.O. Box 1503
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
music4minors.org
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OMA’S HEART
Provides Christmas gifts to local families who are struggling financially.
Executive director:
Audrey McFalls
(239) 989-6718
P.O. Box 100016
Cape Coral, FL 33910
omasheart.org
OUR MOTHER’S HOME OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Keeps teen mothers of foster care, human trafficking and other traumas together with their children in a safe, nurturing home, providing education, life and parenting skills, and physical and mental health care.
Executive director:
Karen Watson
(239) 267-4663
18011 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 16-106
Fort Myers, FL 33908
ourmothershome.com
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PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS—LEE COUNTY
Nonresidential, gender-responsive prevention and early intervention program that provides girls age 12 to 17 from difficult life situations with opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy.
Executive director:
Meg Geltner
(239) 425-2366
3760 Schoolhouse Road W.
Fort Myers, FL 33916
pacecenter.org/lee
PARTNERS FOR BREAST CANCER CARE
No-cost breast health care for uninsured, low-income Lee County women and men.
Executive director:
Janet Darnell
(239) 454-8583
9470 Healthpark Circle
Fort Myers, FL 33908
pfbcc.org
THE PASSION FOUNDATION
Raises funds to build shade structures over playgrounds and to educate children about proper sun exposure.
Executive director:
Jonathan Parla
(239) 898-6441
9051 Astonia Way
Fort Myers, FL 33967
passion-foundation.org
PEACE BY PIECE
Employs extensive education and experience, in combination with applied behavior analysis, to provide evidence-based and compassionate services to individuals, families, schools and organizations.
Executive director:
Renee Terrasi
(239) 245-8301
6714 Winkler Road
Fort Myers, FL 33919
peacebypieceinc.com
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QUALITY LIFE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Strives to transform at-risk youth with structured development programs.
Executive director:
Abdul’Haq Muhammed
(239) 334-2797
3210 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33916
qualitylifecenter.org
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RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides grants and scholarships to deserving individuals and a home for families while their children are in the hospital, through programs such as Ronald McDonald House and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile.
Executive director:
Laura Ragain
(239) 437-0202
16100 Roserush Court
Fort Myers, FL 33908
rmhcswf l.org
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SALUSCARE
Provides mental health and substance abuse services for Southwest Florida.
Executive director:
Kevin Lewis
(239) 791-1575
3763 Evans Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
saluscaref lorida.org
SALVATION ARMY OF LEE, HENDRY & GLADES COUNTIES
Provides shelter for homeless families and single women, a drug and alcohol rehab program for men, a residential re-entry center for state and federal offenders, feeding programs, medical services and more.
Executive director:
Major Thomas Louden
(239) 278-1551
10291 McGregor Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33919
salvationarmyleecounty.org
SANIBEL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Enriches community spirit through educational, cultural and social gatherings in the historic Community House.
Executive director:
Teresa Riska-Hall
(239) 472-2155
2173 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
sanibelcommunityhouse.net
SANIBEL HISTORICAL MUSEUM AND VILLAGE
Preserves and shares Sanibel’s history through 11 buildings.
Executive director:
Emilie Alfino
(239) 472-4648
950 Dunlop Road
Sanibel, FL 33957
sanibelmuseum.org
SHOES THAT FIT—BONITA SPRINGS CHAPTER
Established in 2004 by Pat and Tom Leggett to quickly get new shoes and clothing to school children.
Executive director:
Roni Lomeli
(888) 715-4333
P.O. Box 1257
Estero, FL 33929
shoesthatfit.org
SIDNEY & BERNE DAVIS ART CENTER
Nurtures innovation and excellence in the visual and performing arts through exhibitions, performances, preservation, education and outreach in Southwest Florida.
Executive director:
Jim Griffith
(239) 333-1933
2301 First St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
sbdac.com
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, OUR LADY OF LIGHT CONFERENCE
Community-based volunteer organization that provides financial and material assistance to the needy while maintaining their dignity and privacy in the tradition of St. Vincent de Paul.
Executive director:
Paul Swain
(239) 949-0845
19680 Cypress View Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33967
ololsvdp.org
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Supports Lee, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry and Collier counties by connecting donors and their philanthropic aspirations with evolving community needs, including education, animal welfare, arts and human services.
Executive director:
Sarah Owen
(239) 274-5900
8771 College Parkway, Building 2, Suite 201
Fort Myers, FL 33919
f loridacommunity.com
SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS
Serves persons with disabilities through the provision of therapeutic horseback riding and equine-assisted activities.
Executive director:
Jan Fifer
(239) 226-1221
5121 Staley Road
Fort Myers, FL 33905
specialequestrians.net
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL
Serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade students, striving to strengthen Catholic identity, develop intellectual and creative potential, and respond to one another’s needs through service.
Principal:
Jan Ortenzo
(239) 334-7707
2055 Heitman St.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
stfrancisfortmyers.org
STAY ALIVE … JUST DRIVE!
Aims to curb distracted driving through traffic crash prevention, education and awareness.
Executive director:
Jay Anderson
(239) 340-8693
P.O. Box 62000
Fort Myers, FL 33906
sajd.org
SUSAN G. KOMEN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Fights to save lives and end breast cancer by empowering people, ensuring quality of care and energizing science to find the cure. Supports local providers of breast health education, screening and treatment.
Executive director:
Charlie Myrick
(239) 498-0016
26800 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 210
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
komenswf l.org
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TURTLE TIME
Works to conserve and recover endangered sea turtles.
Executive director:
Eve M. Haverfield
(239) 481-5566
P.O. Box 2621
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33932
turtletime.org
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UNCOMMON FRIENDS FOUNDATION
Provides character education curriculum for children in kindergarten through grade 12; post-secondary and business-level business ethics education; and historic preservation through care, display and hosted tours of the historic Burroughs Home.
Executive director:
Arlene Roth
(239) 337-9503
P.O. Box 811
Fort Myers, FL 33902
uncommonfriends.org
UNITED WAY OF LEE, HENDRY, GLADES & OKEECHOBEE
Volunteer organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in the Southwest Florida community, partnering with 70 agencies to annually serve hundreds of thousands of people.
President:
Cliff Smith
(239) 433-2000
7273 Concourse Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33908
unitedwaylee.org
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VOICES FOR KIDS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Supports abused, abandoned and neglected children by raising funds to recruit, train and retain Guardian ad Litems advocates, who become a child’s “voice” in court and in the community.
Executive director:
Darlene Ann Grossman
(239) 533-1435
2075 W. First St., Suite 300
Fort Myers, FL 33901
voicesforkids.org
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WISHING WELL FOUNDATION
Grants wishes and provides ongoing support for kids in Collier County with life-threatening illnesses.
Executive director:
Vicki Torbush
(239) 947-6315
26930 Wyndhurst Court
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
wishingwellfoundation.com
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YOUNG ARTISTS AWARDS
Provides a performing arts education, audition, performance and scholarship program for Southwest Florida students age 8 to 21 and sponsors “Art by Kids with Cancer” at venues throughout the community.
Executive director:
Katherine Boren
(239) 574-9321
P.O. Box 152149
Cape Coral, FL 33915
youngartistsawards.org
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ZONTA CLUB OF BONITA SPRINGS
Business and professional women’s organization that works to improve the status of women locally and worldwide through service time and fundraising events.
President:
Patty Gift
(239) 514-7185
P.O. Box 366836
Bonita Springs, FL 34136
zontabonitasprings.org
ZONTA FOUNDATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Provides fundraising for the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva, a service organization made up of professional women that works to improve the lives of needy women locally and around the world.
Executive director:
Kristin Ritts
(239) 404-7781
P.O. Box 1244
Sanibel, FL 33957
zontasancap.com