Charity for Change Thanks Sponsors for ‘Planting Seeds of Humanity’ Nov. 1st in Naples

Expected to be Charity for Change’s largest annual fundraising gala to date, Planting Seeds of Humanity will be held on November 1, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. This reimagined event with more than 400 guests will feature an engaging array of western-themed games, including bull riding, giant Jenga, a lasso challenge, and a shooting game, along with exceptional live auction experiences and lively entertainment throughout the evening.

Planting Seeds of Humanity raises funds to support Charity for Change’s educational programs, which since 2008 have impacted more than 160,000 children nationwide, instilling good character traits, generosity, gratitude, and mental wellness, teaching children to care about each other and the world around them.

Charity for Change expresses its gratitude to their year’s sponsors. Humanity Hero title sponsors are Soldavini & Caldwell, CPA, PA; Flor’s Cleaning; SANA SANA Medical Aesthetics; Westwood Interior Cleaning; and Xpress Meat Market.

Change Maker sponsors include Diamond Drywall & Glass; and Stickboy.

Charity sponsors include Creative Wealth Financial Group, Inc.; William and Linda Leathers; and John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate.

Integrity sponsors include Bill and Nena Beynon, The Calleja Group at Morgan Stanley; Comcast; Encore; FineMark National Bank & Trust; HBK CPAs & Consultants; and Naples Grande Beach Resort.

Kindness sponsors include Bond, Schoeneck & King; Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A.; DGPerry CPAs+Advisors; Home-Tech; Epic Filmworks; Seacoast Bank; and STOCK Development.

Floral sponsor includes Gene’s Fifth Ave Florist

Media sponsors are èBella Magazine; Life in Naples Magazine; Naples Illustrated; and WINK News.

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Planting Seeds of Humanity includes a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., dancing, live music by the Ben Allen Band, silent auction, live auction, and a “Call for Change” call for support. Tickets are available at $300 per person. For tickets, sponsorships, and more information about the event, please visit CfCGala2025.givesmart.com.

Charity for Change is deeply grateful for the generous support of the individuals and organizations listed above, whose commitment helps us continue inspiring compassion and character in children. These generous investments showcase our community’s commitment to providing children with the tools they need to be successful in school, future careers and life.

About Charity for Change

Founded in 2008, Charity for Change brings children together to see past their differences and work together for others in need. Outcomes are proven over an 18-year track record improving children’s behavior and academic performance, while fostering resilience, empathy, and the mental well-being of Pre-K to 5th grade learners. Through character education and charitable activities blended with academics, the organization serves children through its afterschool and summer school programs. Since 2008, the program has impacted more than 160,000 children, instilling nine-character traits and raising more than $155,000 for more than 100 area charities. The goal of Charity for Change is to cultivate confident, compassionate children who become successful learners, contribute to their schools and communities, and who will participate in society as empathetic, employable, resilient, and successful citizens.

For more information about Charity for Change, please visit charityforchange.org. or call 239-592-6787.