We must apply the necessary pressure to build more affordable housing in Collier County, before it’s too late. by Joe Trachtenberg, Chairman of Collier County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Naples is among the most desirable places to live. Most of us who grew up elsewhere, marvel every day at our good fortune. We get to […]
For over 30 years, The Immokalee Foundation has been 100% focused on education and professional development. by Noemi Y. Perez, President and CEO Of all the things many of us appreciate about Southwest Florida, access to excellent healthcare is high on the list. Our area healthcare providers continue to work diligently to expand as well […]
by Gabrielle O’Boyle Marketing and Public Relations Director, Healthcare Network During the pandemic, Healthcare Network recognized early the need to provide culturally and language-appropriate information about COVID-19, particularly in remote, vulnerable communities. To meet the needs, Healthcare Network established the COVID-19 Response Team, a community-based health care team in Immokalee. With support from local partners, […]
The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), the founding organization of Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), has invested over $22.6 million in close to 50 non-profit agencies supporting underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County. This tremendous investment in future generations includes funding traditional grants of $5.6 million and $11.7 million for NCEF multiyear strategic […]
Love makes a difference, and this is especially true on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Still, there are many reasons that people might feel uncertain and unbalanced or even melancholy and depressed as these special Sundays draw near. You, or someone you know, may have weathered the unfathomable loss of a child. This is heart […]
Business Leaders offer wisdom and inspiration to Immokalee Foundation students during inaugural CEO Leadership Summit Students from The Immokalee Foundation networked with top leaders throughout Southwest Florida The Immokalee Foundation held its First Annual CEO Leadership Summit which featured a networking hour and a speaker’s panel of business leaders representing industries including healthcare, architecture, law, […]
Toofer & The Giblet, two mice tucked away in the cozy world of Nimblewood are captivating audiences everywhere with their abiding friendship. The book’s immediate success is most clearly demonstrated by having earned a rave review from Kirkus Reviews, BlueInk Notable Book Seal and Starred review, as well as both the Gold and Silver awards […]
by John Telischak, Naples Historical Society Education Manager There are places where there is a sense that everything is happening. We hear nicknames such as “The City That Never Sleeps” and “Magic City.” Naples is a Paradise! There is only one Naples, Florida, and one Naples Historical Society. The word, unique, does not even begin […]
A very busy “season” has come to a close – the roads are a little less congested, it’s easier to get a reservation at your favorite restaurant – but that also means that there are less artistic events to attend. But that also means that you can get creative and visit some places that we […]