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Newsletter Archive
Here are PDFs of past issues of the SWFLCF Focus Newsletter:- Winter 2009 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (3.5 MB .pdf)
- Fall 2009 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (5.2 MB .pdf)
- Spring_Summer 2009 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (2.9 MB .pdf)
- Spring_Summer 2008 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (489.7 KB .pdf)
- Winter 2007 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (193.6 KB .pdf)
- Summer 2007 FOCUS Newsletter.pdf (292.9 KB .pdf)
Womens Legacy Fund Hosts Speaker Ellen Rogin at Educational Event
The Women’s Legacy Fund of the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, in cooperation with the Edison State College Mina Edison Society, is hosting an Educational Boutique on Friday, February 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Taeni Hall S106 at Edison State College, featuring special guest speaker Ms. Ellen Rogin.
Ellen Rogin, a CPA and a professional financial advisor, is the author of Great with Money: The Women’s Guide to Prosperity. At the February 26th Educational Boutique event, Rogin will show attendees how to create financial contentment, true prosperity, and increased confidence. Attendees will learn: how to be open and flexible to change; how to use intention to create a future of possibility; and about other women who have overcome incredible challenges only to find success and joy on the other side.
The event is open to the public and the cost is $25 per person. The first 100 attendees will receive a unique assessment tool for personal growth. This is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and payment must be received to guarantee a reservation and gift. To register for this event, or for more information, call the Southwest Florida Community Foundation at 239-274-5900.
Love of Bonita Award Winner Announced
The Bonita Springs Community Foundation has announced the 2010 Love of Bonita Award recipient: Ms. Marjorie Rubacky.
Ms. Rubacky’s influence is evident throughout the Bonita Springs community through the YMCA, Chamber of Commerce, Bonita Springs Assistance Office, Rotary Club, South Lee Hospital Committee, Speakers Assembly of Southwest Florida, the Art League, and the Center for the Arts and Leadership Bonita. She has been recognized for her contributions as Zonta Woman of the Year, Woman of Initiative, Rotary Service Above Self Award, and as Volunteer of the Year of the YMCA.
Marjorie Rubacky has actively participated in the life of greater Bonita Springs, encouraging others to join with her, and always looking to meet the needs of others with kindness, compassion, dignity, and love. The Community Foundation is proud to honor her at their Annual Meeting and Luncheon, to be held at the Hyatt Regency in Bonita Springs on March 24, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. The cost to attend the event is $45. For more information, or to request an invitation, please call the Community Foundation office at 239-274-5900.
The criteria for the Love of Bonita award includes: the nominee must be one who consistently chooses to use his/her time, energy, and/or finances to make a positive difference in the lives of people living within the greater Bonita Springs community; the recipient will be a person who actively promotes empowerment, self-sufficiency, and positive change in others; and the nominee can express their Love of Bonita either as an active volunteer or as an employee of a community organization.
Past recipients of the award are Audrey Georges, Ira Hawk, the late Pat Lord, Jacqueline “Jacke” McCurdy, Richard “Dick” Miller, Donna Roberts, David Short, and David and Sarah Zimmermann.
How to Help the People of Haiti
In response to inquiries made to the Community Foundation office regarding how to send financial support to relief efforts for the people of Haiti, the Southwest Florida Community Foundation and our divisions encourage those who are so inclined to consult the Florida Philanthropic Network’s list of relief organizations as a place to start.
This list can be accessed at http://www.fpnetwork.org/haitirelief.
If you are a Community Foundation donor who is interested in donating to a specific, but less well-known relief agency and would like to ensure its legitimacy, please call us at 239-274-5900.
If you have a Donor Advised Fund with us and would like to make a gift from that fund, contact us 239-274-5900 and we will be glad to help you.
BSCF Hosts "The Bonita You May Not Know"
Join us for a special presentation by the Bonita Springs Community Foundation on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 beginning promptly at 11:30am (lunch will be served) or Wednesday, March 3, 2010 beginning promptly at 4:00pm (wine & cheese will be served) at the Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce [25071 Chamber of Commerce Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135-7828]
Two dates and times for your convenience!
This is a free event and seating is limited. Please RSVP to the Community Foundation office by calling 239-274-5900 by February 19 to let us know that you’d like to attend.
Special Speakers (program will not exceed 90 minutes, including Q&A time):
Diane Lepola–Welcome to Your Bonita
Bonita Springs Mayor Ben Nelson–Bonita: Perception & Reality
Jacke McCurdy–The Bonita I Know
Anne Douglas–The Community You Need to Know
Arlene Knox–A Foundation for Bonita’s Future
February grant workshops
Join us at one of five Grant Workshops and learn about upcoming grant opportunities and changes to current grant programs, including our 2010 Major Annual Grant Cycle and Quarterly Capacity Grants.
Locations and Dates:
Charlotte County
Tuesday, February 2nd from 10am—12pm
Cultural Center of Charlotte County,
2280 Aaron Street, Port Charlotte
Bonita Springs
Thursday, February 4th from 2—4pm
Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, 25071 Chamber of Commerce Drive,
Bonita Springs
Hendry/Glades Counties
Friday, February 5th from 10am—12pm
United Way House, 117 Fort Thompson, LaBelle
Fort MyersMonday, February 8th from 9am—11am
Alliance for the Arts,
10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
Sanibel/Captiva
Monday, February 8th from 1pm—3pm
Big Arts,
900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel
RSVP by February 1: Please RSVP by February 1 to rsvp@floridacommunity.com and specify which session you will be attending. For more information, contact Anne Douglas, Director of Programs, Southwest Florida Community Foundation at 239-274-5900. Click below to download the event flyer.
- Grant Workshop flyer_Jan2010.pdf (407.0 KB .pdf)
extended scholarship deadline announced
The Southwest Florida Community Foundation has extended its scholarship application packet deadline from January 29, 2010 to FEBRUARY 12, 2010 (by 4pm) to allow extra time for students to receive their school transcripts.Read Us in the Florida Weekly
Every week in the Florida Weekly newspaper, articles of Southwest Florida Community Foundation staff and guest contributors are featured in the Giving section. Pick up your free copy around town or visit the Florida Weekly website at www.floridaweekly.com.
