COLLIER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC.
NAPLES, FLORIDA

The Collier Community Foundation, Inc., established in 1985 as per its incorporation date of December 19, 1983, is a tax-exempt, public, charitable foundation based in Naples, Florida. It aims to enhance private philanthropy within Collier County and serves diverse roles for different stakeholders—an essential giving program and partner for donors; a funding source and supporter for nonprofits; and a collaborator, convener, catalyst for community issues among civic leaders and other institutions. The Foundation's mission revolves around pooling resources from various partners committed to civic service, providing scholarships and grants for positive regional change. It fosters community vitality by assessing local needs annually through the Vital Signs report in conjunction with strategic partnerships. The core belief of bringing people together to realize Collier County’s full potential guides its operations. As part of a global movement involving 1,500 community foundations worldwide managing over $40 billion, the Collier Community Foundation maintains its prominence by focusing on sustainable local development and civic excellence. It is headquartered at 1110 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL, and can be reached through multiple phone lines including (239) 649-5000. The organization has undergone a name change as noted in events recorded up to January 29, 2024, operating previously under names such as Community Foundation of Collier County, Inc., and simply Community Foundation of Collier County. The Board of Directors includes notable figures such as Galbraith Brad- Chai, Jim Morey-Irme, and Wendy Ponting, CFO. Detailed information about the foundation's ongoing activities and partnerships can be found on its official website: communityfoundationofcolliercounty.com.