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2019 Meet the Kids Day

Photos by: Peter Falencik, Louis Venne and Tony Zollo

We are thrilled to welcome all of our new, encore

We are thrilled to welcome all of our new, encore and gold members of the Naples Winter Wine Festival Tastevin Society! Thank you for joining our Virtual Tastevin Celebration Brunch featuring chef Tom Colicchio of @tomcolicchio of Crafted Hospitality.
We are grateful for your generous contributions to improve the physical, emotional and educational lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County. Your support continues to make a tremendous difference in creating a brighter future for them. A special thank you to the 2021 Tastevin Celebration sponsor, @northerntrustcompany And our sincere gratitude to @gulfshorelifemagazine and @wink_news for their continued support. We hope to see you all soon! #NWWF #napleswinterwinefest #Tastevin #TastevinSociety #Chef #cheftomcolicchio #Naplesfl #Naples #Naplesflorida #Winelove #Salmon

We can imagine no heroism greater than motherhood!

We can imagine no heroism greater than motherhood! Cheers and Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there. We wish you a day filled with love and much deserved relaxation. #HappyMothersDay
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Our Healthcare initiative provides children in nee

Our Healthcare initiative provides children in need with essential medical and healthcare services that have measurable outcomes and a life-changing impact. This initiative was extremely impactful during the pandemic. Assisting in the distribution of 30,000 masks to nonprofit partners during the critical time of shortages. "NCEF has stepped up in a big, big way to fill some of the holes created by COVID-19," according to Paul Hiltz, CEO, NCH Healthcare System. After the heartache, loss and many challenges faced by all, we hope this summer renews your hope and optimism. Stay safe, happy and healthy!
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The occasion of Nurse Appreciation Day reminds of

The occasion of Nurse Appreciation Day reminds of all the nurses who are working day and night to bring comfort and treatment to all patients, and the contributions and sacrifices made by nurses each and every day, especially during this pandemic. Your dedication, commitment and courage deserve our deepest gratitude and admiration. Wishing all the nurses a very Happy Nurse Appreciation Day. Thank you! #NationalNurseDay #WeAnswerTheCall
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THANK YOU! This week is #TeacherAppreciationWeek!

THANK YOU! This week is #TeacherAppreciationWeek! The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, want to thank all teachers and educators in Collier County. During this extraordinarily difficult year, teachers have gone above and beyond to help children in Collier County keep learning through the pandemic. #ThankATeacher today!
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Happy Monday! Are you still looking for that perfe

Happy Monday! Are you still looking for that perfect Mother’s Day gift? It’s National #SmallBusinessWeek and we want to encourage you to consider buying from the local stores and boutiques Collier County has to offer! A lot of these local stores donate their products, experiences, and services towards our annual online auction. These donations help fulfill the mission of NCEF to support underprivileged and at-risk children. We are so grateful for our local community and love to reciprocate the support!
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Happy Small Business Week! We encourage you to sho

Happy Small Business Week! We encourage you to show some #localbusinesslove and support the small and amazing businesses and restaurants that make our Naples community so strong! National Small Business Week gives you the opportunity to celebrate small businesses and the contributions that they make to local communities and the national economy. #Showsomelove #SmallBusinessWeek #WeAppreciateYou
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5-Star reviews of Collier CARES! NCEF wants to ens

5-Star reviews of Collier CARES! NCEF wants to ensure that all families are aware of, and able to connect with, the breadth of services and resources Collier County has to offer. The approachable and relevant design of Collier CARES is due to the invaluable input and community perspective offered by members of the @CollierCARES Task Force. Now that the app has launched, members of the Task Force share their excitement for this new, game-changing resource in Collier County. Visit colliercares.org or download the mobile app to see it for yourself!
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Last Wednesday, April 21st NCEF’s Golf Fore Kids

Last Wednesday, April 21st NCEF’s Golf Fore Kids Pro-Am took place at The Old Collier Golf Club. A championship course designed by Tom Fazio. This auctioned event was hosted by @peterjacobsengolf and Bobby Clampett (@impactzonegolf) featuring Dudley Hart, and John Harris. All winning bidders experienced a casual lunch, Golf clinic on the range, an 18-hole tournament, and their guests joined them for cocktails and a fabulous outdoor dinner featuring extraordinary wines donated by NCEF Trustees and donors. The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival thanks all attendees for supporting the mission of NCEF. Your participation helps NCEF fund effective charitable programs that significantly improve the lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in Collier County. #itsallforthekids
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Today we want to thank our community for all the s

Today we want to thank our community for all the support and positive feedback we have gotten from the @colliercares app launch. Collier CARES is a free, bilingual, mobile application and web-ap that provides users with information about critical resources and services in Collier County. NCEF is proud to partner with community leaders, stakeholders, and service providers across the county to ensure that no family is without access to help when in need. Click the link in our bio to learn more.
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It is with great sadness we share that NCEF Founde

It is with great sadness we share that NCEF Founder, Jim Malone passed away earlier this week. Jim cared deeply about the well-being of the most vulnerable children in our community and dedicated himself to improving their lives through his work with NCEF. We will miss Jim’s leadership, wisdom and kindness, and express our deepest sympathy to his family and friends. 🕊

The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founde

The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival would like to wish everyone a happy Earth Day! For children, the world has endless possibilities. Teaching them about nature, caring for themselves, others, and the environment from an early age helps to create a foundation that will benefit them throughout their life. We also want to salute the wine industry for embracing working sustainably, putting the environment at the forefront of their farming and winemaking practices. Raise a glass to #EarthDay!
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