Entries by LifeInNaples

Safety First: Tips for New Bike and E-Bike Riders this Holiday Season by Michelle Avola-Brown

by Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director, Naples Pathways Coalition The holidays are a time of joy, and for many families, that joy comes in the shape of two wheels. Whether it’s a shiny new bike for a child or an electric bike (e-bike) for a teen or adult, these gifts are exciting, empowering, and fun, while […]

Have a Holiday Heart

As a longtime Naples resident, I’ve seen firsthand how this community comes together when times are tough, like in the aftermath of Hurricanes Wilma, Irma & Ian. Now we are facing a different type of challenge, with everyday costs rising and reductions in funding for programs assisting families in need. It doesn’t take much imagination […]

A Legacy of Care : How Two Women Changed Healthcare in Collier County

In the heart of Immokalee, where the fields stretch toward the horizon and the spirit of community runs deep, a small but powerful shift in healthcare began nearly five decades ago. It started with two remarkable women whose compassion and leadership transformed not just a community, but the future of healthcare for thousands of families. […]

Immokalee Foundation Alumni Enter the Workforce with a Competitive Edge

For generations, earning a college degree was seen as the surest path to a stable career. But today, even college graduates are facing an uncertain job market, with unemployment among new grads reaching its highest point in decades. For Immokalee Foundation students, the story looks different. By the time these dedicated young men and women […]

Building Stability in 2025: Non-Profit Collaboration Advances Attainable Housing Solutions

Aligned to amplify housing affordability, The Housing Alliance formed in 2024 to be the hub for housing in Collier County with a focus on workforce, lower income, and senior housing. The Housing Alliance works with privateand public partners with the goal to make much needed housing in Collier County a reality by bringing together aspiring […]

‘Tis the Season for Safety

The holiday season in Collier County is a special time. The weather is terrific, families are gathering and our community shines with events and festivities from Naples to Immokalee. But while this time of year brings joy, it also brings opportunities for thieves, scammers and careless drivers to take advantage of the rush. As the […]

Mosquitoes and Southwest Florida: An Inseparable Duo

by Jonathon Little, MBA Director of External Affairs We live in a paradise adorned with breathtaking beaches, magnificent sunsets and an exquisite subtropical climate. Yet, it’s not just the tourists who flock to enjoy the idyllic climate in our county. Southwest Florida is also an irresistible magnet for another group – not nearly as welcome, but […]