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A North Fort Myers family can officially call this a holiday season to remember thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime gift from Lee BIA Builders Care and Lennar.

Made possible through donations from the FutureMakers Coalition and Suncoast Credit Union, The School District of Lee County is providing new hiring incentives to meet the growing need for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 teachers,...

The Fischer Family Foundation, a foundation that supports underprivileged and low-income populations ages 8-25, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 grant cycle, totaling $66,000 in grant funding to support seven local nonprofits making an...

Holiday tradition fuels community spirit and supports the future of pediatric surgery in Southwest Florida

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The 32nd Annual Red Sox Celebrity Classic series is planned in February and March to benefit a planned pediatric surgery center at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. Events include:Boston Tee Party, Feb.

The Bobby Nichols-Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation (BNFCF) has announced the 23rd annual Nichols Cup charity events and tournaments happening Feb. 14-17 at Fiddlesticks Country Club in Fort Myers in support of local abused and at-risk children.

Stevens Construction has started construction of Royal Palm Coast Realtor® Association (RPCRA) located at 5265 Summerlin Commons Blvd. in Fort Myers, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president/partner, Stevens Construction, Inc.

Southwest Florida children enjoyed pony rides and a petting zoo while soaking up the Christmas spirit at the annual Reaching Out to Cancer Kids (ROCK) Holiday Party on the Farm. Held Dec.

The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers (HACFM) recently hosted a gala to celebrate its Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program graduates and its Jobs Plus program participants. Held Dec.

Following another year of business growth and opportunities in Lee County, the Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation and Lee County Economic Development Office will host the 2025 Annual Meeting on Feb. 6.

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Residents and visitors who attended the Christmas Carol Sing at First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers Saturday (December 7) contributed plenty of food and funds to help Community Cooperative feed the hungry in Southwest Florida.

Stevens Construction Inc. earned four awards at the Lee Building Industry Association (BIA) Industry Awards including the highest honor of the night, the Contractor of the Year.

Fundraiser to support scholarships for non-traditional students

Dr. Nadine "Deanie" Singh, founder and CEO of Premier Mobile Health Services, has been named The Community Foundation's 2024 Nonprofit Executive of the Year through its annual ENPY Awards program.

The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual casino-themed holiday party on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida and the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center (SBDAC) presents the 18th Annual Festival of Trees, December 5, 2024 to December 8, 2024.

The Nov. 9 event brought pet-lovers together at Centennial Park

Valerie's House supporters and guests celebrated the inaugural Sunset Soiree Thursday, November 21, at the new Family is Forever home at 3551 Valerie's House Way in Fort Myers. More than $600,000 was raised during the "Fund a Mission" live auction.

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, raised $16,275 from The World Famous Cigar Bar Charity Golf Tournament, which took place on Oct. 27 at Stoneybrook Golf Club in Estero.

The School District of Lee County is hosting Coffee & Careers on Friday, Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. to provide insight on career opportunities within the District.

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, is hosting a Christmas-themed celebration for Southwest Florida families on Friday, Dec. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Lee Health has received a $10 million gift from visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist and dedicated healthcare advocate, B. Thomas "Tom" Golisano, to support Golisano Children's Hospital and pediatric services in Southwest Florida.

Rabbi David Arias, a native of Chile, joins Fort Myers synagogue after decade as spiritual leader, Jewish educator in Israel

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, is hosting its annual holiday toy drive to provide Christmas gifts to families across the state.

A nonprofit mobile medical clinic that brings essential health care to those in need at multiple locations across Lee and Collier counties will once again make the holiday season brighter for local children next month at its annual Breakfast with Santa...

Lee BIA Builders Care has announced sponsors and remaining registration for its eighth annual Charity Clay Shoot, to be held on Friday, Dec. 13 in Punta Gorda. LSI Companies is returning as the event's Presenting Sponsor for the eighth consecutive year.

Donation provides turkey dinners for Harlem Heights families through the 'Celebration of Giving Thanks' event

The event in Bonita Springs benefits the hospital's planned pediatric surgery center

On Nov. 7, nearly 250 Southwest Floridians joined forces to fight hunger, raising $155,000 at Community Cooperative's 18th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger event at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.