Lisa Koutny, a volunteer for the Save the Manatee organization, gave a very interesting and informative presentation about manatees, the challenges they are facing, and how their organization is helping them. You can find out more by visiting SaveTheManatee.org .
Anke Tracey presented a donation to one of our fundraiser recipients, Lisa Koutny from the Save the Manatees organization for their support of the Environmental, which was the Area of Focus of the 2025 Pints With a Purpose initiative.
Dr. Dawn Belamarich, President & CEO of Collaboratory, presented on how their regional community foundation is committed to bringing Southwest Florida together to solve all of our major social problems by 2040. Find out more here: https://collaboratory.org/
Executive Director Dorely Carrillo, seen here with CEO Mike Tarantino, shared with us the support, love, and resources they give to pregnant women and struggling single mothers who are dealing with difficult circumstances. Their program phases include: Embrace, Empower, Embark, and Enrich. You can find out more at: SunlightHome.org
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) - Amanda Manrique, who is the Osprey Program Coordinator, gave a very interesting presentation about ospreys. Despite seeing them frequently in SWFL, we learned many new facts. You can find out more by visiting sccf.org .
Steve Popper gave an interesting update about the innovative ways that Wheels of Hope is addressing food insecurity in our area, given the decrease in supply and increase in demand. If you’re interested to find out more, or volunteer your time, or make a donation, go to MealsOfHope.org .
Barbara Shearer and Patty Duncan presented about The Neighbors Network of Lee County (NNLC). Their mission is to make the experience of aging in one’s home a feasible choice with neighbors helping neighbors across generations to create a socially connected community that benefits everyone.
Anke Tracey presented one of our fundraiser recipients, Falon Tabares - CEO & Co-Founder of The Healthy Earth Organization, for their support of the Environment, which was the Area of Focus of the 2025 Pints With a Purpose initiative.
Thanks to our readers, and of course the teachers at the Bonita Springs Charter School, we had another successful Josh the Baby Otter Water Safety event for the Kindergarteners. (from L-R): J. Meyer, B. Meyer, H. Varsames, M. Rusk, T. Bligh, F. Rizzo
We would like to welcome Paul Hanysz as one of two new members to our club. Paul, who recently relocated to Bonita Springs, is a 35 year Rotarian from East Lansing Michigan, and wanted to continue his commitment to fellowship and service through our club. He is shown here Sam Black, our membership chair (left) and Heidi Varsames, club President (center).