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Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 24Summer giving
Among countless acts of kindness and giving this summer season, the following organizations received and benefited the community through giving. The first in the series is a call out for a matching opportunity that continues through Sept. 30. HUNGER ACTION MONTH MATCHING…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 23Naples hosts several 9/11 events honoring 25 year anniversary
Memorials were hosted throughout Collier County to honor 25 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedies that shocked the nation. These included: The Stair Climb The Brotherhood Ride has been hosting an annual Stair Climb in memory of the 344 firefighters, 60 Police Officers, and…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 22Raining (homeless) cats and dogs
The sun had not yet peeked above the horizon when we set out from the SNIP Collier facility behind the Immokalee stockade. Loaded with 24 cats in crates, all freshly treated and neutered, SNIP founder Tom Kepp’s minivan headed out to return the felines to their homes – or at…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 21The Legends of Thursday night football
A proud and hard-working pack they are: Ricky Edmunds, Peyton Cook, Jack Quain, Parker Seward, Kevin Danny Clayton, Ari Kantor, Hunter Zahn, Frankie Reilly. This group of eight people stepped forward when opportunity knocked. At first, they wanted to be known as “The…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 21Donor-funded grants boost local arts and animal welfare programs
Everyone has a charitable cause near and dear to their hearts. Hunger, literacy, poverty, mental health, housing and the environment top many lists. Other individuals focus their passion on specific demographics, like seniors, veterans, women and children. No cause is more or…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 20Party Hearty for Charity turns 10
Party Hearty for Charity Foundation, Inc. will host its 10th and final commemorative gala on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hilton Naples. Gala proceeds will be equally divided among eight nonprofits including, Big Brother Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, Dress for…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 17Dog days of summer
Earlier this summer, Collier County Domestic Animal Services hosted a clear the shelter event that helped to adopt 62 pets in three days, including 39 cats and 23 dogs, exclaimed contented Shelter staff. Still, these three doggos are looking for homes. Maya – Senior spayed female…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 17Serving hope one meal at a time
Steve Popper stood before a gathering of residents at The Glenview at Pelican Bay on an early Monday afternoon in late August. His mother, Chris Popper, was among the group he addressed; discreetly sitting toward the back of the room, Chris listened intently to her son. Many…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 17Nonprofit partnership provides foster families with museum memberships
A.N.A.’s Friends has partnered with Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples to create meaningful, memorable experiences for local children and teens in foster care. Through the partnership, A.N.A.’s Friends purchased 50 discounted family memberships that provide foster families with…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 14Puppy and kitten ready for homes from Humane Society Naples
Sequoia Sequoia is 10 months old and full energy! This big puppy loves playing in the yard and makes friends with everyone. Just a big goofball. His adoption fee is waived this month! Meowth Meowth is your typical 3-month-old kitten: eat, sleep, play, repeat. He especially loves…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10Pair of pups still need homes
Huxley and Ralph are still looking for homes. One is still less than three months old and the other about two years old. They can be adopted solo though Ralph could like a canine friend. Contact Patty Baker Humane Society of Naples for adoptions. Huxley Huxley is 2 months old and…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10Farm-City BBQ returns for 69th year
The Farm-City BBQ returns for the 69th annual event taking place Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 11:30 a.m. at the Collier County Fairgrounds. This year’s beloved pre-Thanksgiving tradition once again brings the Collier County together in gratitude, unity, and celebration for the hands…