Collaboratory

Collaboratory linktr.ee/collaboratorySWFL Collaboratory also provides capacity building with training and resources for regional partners.
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Collaboratory is a regional community foundation with an evolved mission committed to coordinating the solving of Southwest Florida’s major social problems by 2040. Not alone, but with everyone—the entire community working together across all five counties: Lee, Hendry, Glades, Charlotte and Collier. Collaboratory provides community leadership, raises and coordinates funding, and disburses funds t

o organizations that are helping solve the problems our donors and the community have identified as priorities. Given the complexities of the social challenges in our region, Collaboratory ensures we are all working together and that every generous donor achieves the biggest impact with their funds. By using and sharing data to track progress, we ensure that donor dollars are best invested to move the needle on improving social issues. Connection and collaboration are at the heart of our mission. Since 1976, we have made over $120 million in grants to individuals and organizations across the region to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. It is upon that legacy of a commitment to community we will collectively achieve our 2040 goal.

06/01/2026

Collaboratory awards more than $1.5 million in scholarships, an increase of $300,000 over last year.

According to a recent Wealth Management article, 88% of clients say philanthropic conversations with their advisors matt...
06/01/2026

According to a recent Wealth Management article, 88% of clients say philanthropic conversations with their advisors matter. Meanwhile, 80% believe it’s part of an advisor’s responsibility to foster these conversations.

And yet, these conversations aren’t happening as often as they should. That’s where Collaboratory comes in.

We help professional advisors and their clients turn charitable intent into meaningful, strategic impact. Whether it’s starting the conversation, identifying giving opportunities, or structuring a plan, we’re here as your partner every step of the way.

Let’s make philanthropy a more intentional part of the advisory relationship. Connect with us to get started by emailing us at [email protected].

Read more: https://www.wealthmanagement.com/philanthropy/philanthropy-is-central-to-advisor-client-relationships

At Collaboratory, we believe that meaningful change happens when people feel welcomed, connected, and inspired to work t...
05/29/2026

At Collaboratory, we believe that meaningful change happens when people feel welcomed, connected, and inspired to work together for the greater good. That’s why we’re excited to share two important updates from our team that will help strengthen the experience and culture at the heart of our mission. 💙

Please join us in congratulating Stacey Mercado on her promotion to Manager of Experience & Culture. In this leadership role, Stacey will help shape the dynamic, mission-driven environment that defines Collaboratory: leading culture initiatives, public programming, and community engagement efforts that foster connection and collaboration among nonprofits, corporate partners, tenants, and guests.

Stacey will also serve as the primary liaison to Collaboratory’s external marketing partner, helping ensure our storytelling, content, and brand continue to reflect the impact, innovation, and shared purpose of our community.

We’re also thrilled to welcome Alani Williams as our new Experience & Studio Coordinator. Alani will support the day-to-day experiences that make Collaboratory a welcoming and engaging space for everyone who walks through our doors. She’ll also manage and operate our recording studio to help amplify the voices and stories of our community partners.

Together, Stacey and Alani will play an important role in strengthening the culture, creativity, and connections that make Collaboratory more than just a workspace. It’s a community working together to create lasting social impact.

Please help us celebrate Stacey and warmly welcome Alani to the Collaboratory family! 👏

Summer in SWFL slows down a bit but it's the perfect time to lean in. Join a circle of philanthropic women who are conne...
05/26/2026

Summer in SWFL slows down a bit but it's the perfect time to lean in. Join a circle of philanthropic women who are connecting, learning and making a meaningful impact through Collaboratory. Come get to know us now - so you are ready when ""season"" arrives again!

https://collaboratory.org/womens-legacy-fund/

Our building will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember the U.S....
05/25/2026

Our building will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember the U.S. military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We’ll reopen and resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

Last Friday, our incredible Scholarship Coordinator, Crystal Maldonado, was recognized at the 1st Annual Kindness Summit...
05/21/2026

Last Friday, our incredible Scholarship Coordinator, Crystal Maldonado, was recognized at the 1st Annual Kindness Summit at Florida Gulf Coast University! 🎉

Crystal received the Dave Clark “Pulling Each Other Along” Award at the k20 Kindness Summit for her unwavering commitment to students, teachers, and scholarship initiatives that continue to open doors through accessible education.

Her passion, dedication, and heart for serving our community have helped so many students reach the next level in life, and we couldn’t be more proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.

Please join us in congratulating Crystal on this amazing honor! 👏💙

We’re proud to celebrate Gina Dengler on her nomination for the 2026 APEX Award presented by the Greater Fort Myers Cham...
05/15/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Gina Dengler on her nomination for the 2026 APEX Award presented by the Greater Fort Myers Chamber Women in Business Committee. 🏆

Gina’s leadership, dedication to community impact, and commitment to creating meaningful change reflect the very best of Collaboratory’s mission and Southwest Florida’s spirit of collaboration.

Congratulations to all of the incredible women recognized this year at the Level HER Up Conference. We are honored to see Gina among such an inspiring group of leaders making a difference across our community. ✨

Recently, we celebrated the inaugural cohort of the SWFL Executive Women’s Leadership Program.Over the past 4 months, th...
05/14/2026

Recently, we celebrated the inaugural cohort of the SWFL Executive Women’s Leadership Program.

Over the past 4 months, these women have been committed to growth, reflection, courage, connection, and leadership rooted in values and purpose. What they built together goes far beyond a program — it became a community.

We are so proud of this extraordinary group and are deeply grateful to every speaker, mentor, sponsor, and champion who helped bring this experience to life. 💜

We’re proud to announce that Kim Williams has been promoted to the Vice President of Operations! 🎉With more than 15 year...
05/12/2026

We’re proud to announce that Kim Williams has been promoted to the Vice President of Operations! 🎉

With more than 15 years of dedicated service to our organization, Kim has played an instrumental role in advancing our mission through her exceptional leadership, deep institutional knowledge, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her contributions have shaped our organizations and strengthened the impact we make in our community every day.

Please join us in congratulating Kim on this well-deserved promotion as she continues leading our organization into the future!

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