Hands-on training is helping prepare the next generation of aviation mechanics right here in Collier County. ✈️
The Collier Community Foundation was proud to support the aviation mechanics program at @lorenzowalkertechnicalcollege through the donation of a helicopter, King Air aircraft, and turbine engines—giving students real-world experience with the equipment they’ll encounter in the workforce.
As highlighted in this recent article, expert instructors and industry-focused training are helping students launch high-demand careers while strengthening Southwest Florida’s aviation workforce.
Read more at @gulfshorebusiness
This Mother’s Day, we honor the women who shape our community in ways both seen and unseen.
Mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers are often the quiet force behind stronger families, brighter futures, and more resilient communities. Their love, guidance, and sacrifice ripple far beyond a single home—they help build the Collier County we all share.
Today, and every day, we celebrate their lasting impact.
Happy Mother’s Day.
Collier Community Foundation was proud to join local leaders at Wake Up Naples, hosted by the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, for an important conversation on housing affordability.
Housing remains one of the most pressing challenges in our community—and a continued focus of our work. Lindsey Touchette, Vice President of Community Engagement, helped lead the conversation, highlighting the innovative solutions and strong partnerships needed to move meaningful progress forward.
At CCF, we’re committed to advancing housing solutions that create lasting stability for individuals and families across Collier County.
@thehousingalliance@napleschamber #OndaHousingGroup
This is what generosity looks like.
Thanks to our donors and partners, the Collier Community Foundation has awarded more than $415 million in grants across our community.
Take a look at the impact you’re making—and where we’re headed next.
From Collier County to the Caribbean 🌎
Our partnership with @naplesbotanical on the Beach Dune Restoration Project is making waves far beyond Southwest Florida. This week, the work was presented at the 2026 Botanical Bridges Congress in the Dominican Republic—reaching more than 200 conservation leaders from 32 countries facing real coastal resilience challenges.
What started here at home is now being shared as a model to help protect shorelines, reduce storm impact, and strengthen communities across the Caribbean.
This is what impact looks like: local solutions with global reach.
We’re proud to support innovative, nature-based approaches that not only restore our environment—but help communities prepare for what’s ahead.
Learn more about the project: naplesgarden.org/beach-dune-restoration/
Big news 🎉 We’re excited to officially announce the honorees for our 2026 Celebration of Philanthropy!
Join us as we recognize the individuals and organizations whose leadership, generosity, and collaboration are making a meaningful impact across Collier County. Watch to meet this year’s incredible honorees—and save the date for November 6 at Arthrex One.
It’s going to be a celebration you won’t want to miss!
🌎 Earth Day in action at @corkscrewswamp
Today, members of the Collier Community Foundation team experienced “wild Florida” firsthand during a backcountry swamp buggy tour with Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary—alongside local environmental partners and supporters.
As one of our 2025 Celebration of Philanthropy surprise grant recipients, Audubon continues to lead the way in conservation and education. Home to the largest old-growth bald cypress forest in North America, this living laboratory protects endangered wildlife, restores critical wetlands, and inspires thousands each year to connect with the natural world around us.
From alligator sightings to flocks of wading birds taking flight, today was a powerful reminder: protecting places like Corkscrew means protecting the future of our community.
We’re proud to support partners who are preserving Southwest Florida’s natural resources—today and for generations to come.
#EarthDay #CollierCommunityFoundation #Conservation #SouthwestFlorida #InformedGivingPowerfulResults
A great conversation on charitable giving today at Brad Galbraith’s office.
Thank you to Brad, Board Chair of Collier Community Foundation and Managing Partner at Galbraith, Weatherbie Law, for hosting a thoughtful discussion with clients and colleagues on how strategic philanthropy can make a lasting impact in our community.
From donor-advised funds to endowment planning, we explored how individuals and families can align their values with meaningful, measurable outcomes—today and for generations to come. As highlighted in the presentation, CCF now stewards more than 940 funds and has facilitated over $415 million in grants, helping address Collier County’s most pressing needs.
If your organization—or your clients—are interested in learning more about working with the Collier Community Foundation to achieve charitable goals, we’d love to connect.
Contact Julie Van Tongeren, VP of Development, at [email protected]
🎙️ New podcast episode featuring Eileen Connolly-Keesler
Go beyond the headlines and explore what’s really shaping our community.
In this conversation, Eileen dives into the hidden needs that exist even within affluent communities, the scale and impact of the Golden Gate housing initiative for essential workers, and why building strong endowments today is critical to protecting Southwest Florida’s future.
This is about more than generosity—it’s about being prepared, strategic, and intentional with how we shape what comes next.
A special thank you to the @ropsalons team for hosting such a thoughtful and engaging conversation.
🎧 Watch the full conversation at the link in bio
Across Collier County, opportunity is taking shape.
From helping students stay focused in school… to preparing the next generation for careers… to supporting independence and well-being at every stage of life—this season’s stories show what’s possible when community and philanthropy come together.
Take a look inside our Spring Newsletter and see the impact in action at the link in bio.
As advisors, you’re helping clients navigate more than just numbers—you’re guiding legacy, impact, and long-term strategy.
In this month’s Professional Advisor Newsletter, we’re sharing:
• Key insights on the growing influence of women in philanthropy
• Important reminders from two recent tax rulings
• A real-world case study on turning a business exit into a lasting family legacy
At Collier Community Foundation, we’re here as a resource and partner—helping you align charitable strategies with your clients’ financial and estate planning goals.
📖 Explore the latest insights and trends shaping charitable giving at link in bio.
Tomorrow is unfolding today.
Collier County is changing faster than ever—and at the same time, the largest transfer of generational wealth in American history is underway.
How we give today will shape what our community looks like tomorrow.
In our special report published in the Naples Daily News, we explore how donors, nonprofits, and community leaders are working together to address today’s needs while preparing for what lies ahead.
📖 Scan the QR code or click the link in bio to read the full story.
#InformedGivingPowerfulResults #PreparedGiving #CollierCounty #Philanthropy #CommunityImpact
