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Jun. 102016

The Immokalee Foundation, Guadalupe Center join forces to give students bigger academic boost

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Jun. 102016

Build it and they will come: ABLE Academy opens ‘ability field’ for those with special needs

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How Local Nonprofits Can Engage a Global Community of Donors

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Kudos – Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition of Collier County

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Why One Seismic Event in the Wine World Still Matters 40 Years Later

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Today is International Water Safety Day—a powerf

Today is International Water Safety Day—a powerful reminder that drowning is 100% preventable, yet 88% of drownings occur with at least one adult present. This shouldn’t be the case.
Prevention starts with awareness and action. By following the Layers of Protection, a multi-strategy approach designed to create barriers between children and water hazards, we can dramatically reduce the risk. These layers work together to provide increased security and peace of mind for families—especially during the busy summer months.
Learn more about how to keep your loved ones safe around water this season by visiting the Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition at @safehealthychildren
Let’s make safety a priority—because every life matters.
#NCEF #itsALLforthekids #InternationalWaterSafetyDay #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s N

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners, Shining Stars ✨ Hosted by: Kathy & Andy Moock with Karen & Dale Medford Vintners: Kary & David R. Duncan of Silver Oak in Oakville, California Chef: Elliot Bell of Charlie's in St. Helena, California. Party planner: Lisa Resch of Carolina Catering Company. Cheers! 🥂

Early intervention is crucial when it comes to tre

Early intervention is crucial when it comes to treating mental health challenges in young children. The earlier a diagnosis is made, the better the chances for long-term success in a child’s emotional, social and academic development.
That’s exactly the kind of work our Mental Health Initiative partners @fsucom Center for Child Stress & Health, Healthcare Network @healthcareswfl @namicolliercounty and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital @nicklaus4kids are doing. Through identifying concerns early through pediatric well visits, targeted screenings and developmental assessments our partners are meeting children where they are, laying the foundation for healthier futures and stronger starts.
#NCEF #NWWF #itsALLforthekids #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #EarlyIntervention

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at NCEF! 💐 To

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at NCEF! 💐 Today we celebrate the incredible strength, love and dedication of mothers everywhere — especially those shaping brighter futures for our children every day. 💖 #MothersDay

Did you know that 1 in 10 children under the age o

Did you know that 1 in 10 children under the age of 5 experience mental health challenges?
Experts point to trauma as a common risk factor—whether it’s experienced directly by the child or passed on through their environment. Trauma experienced by a mother during pregnancy can impact early development, and other forms of early adversity can shape a child’s emotional and behavioral health for years to come.
Early intervention and support are essential to building resilience and helping our youngest children thrive. Mental health starts at the very beginning.
#NCEF #itsALLforthekids #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s N

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners, The Great Gatsby. 🎭 Hosted by: Kathy & Dan Mezzalingua with Carol & John Walter at the home of Sandra & Alan Gerry. Vintners: Ariel & Christopher Jackson of Stonestreet Estate Vineyards in Healdsburg, California. Chefs: Douglas Keane and Josh Gaulin of Cyrus in Geyserville, California. Party Planner: Pamela Beckman of BonSoiree.

Through the Mental Health Initiative, NCEF has uni

Through the Mental Health Initiative, NCEF has united key providers across Collier County to shift mental health care toward an integrated primary care model. This collaboration enhances service coordination and builds a true continuum of care—so no child falls through the cracks.
Whether through school referrals, primary care visits, direct patient outreach or partner connections, our providers are expanding access to mental health support for youth. Together, we’re creating a system where no young person feels alone or unheard when struggling with depression, anxiety or other mental health challenges.
We’re especially grateful to our Mental Health Initiative partners—@davidlawrencecenters Golisano Children’s Hospital @gch_swfl Healthcare Network @healthcareswfl and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital @nicklaus4kids —for their ongoing collaboration and commitment to the mental wellness of Collier County’s youth.
#NCEF #itsALLforthekids #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #support #youth #community

41.2% of Collier County middle and high school stu

41.2% of Collier County middle and high school students report feeling depressed or sad most days over the past year—a powerful indicator of the mental health crisis facing our youth.
Even more alarming, 12.8% of middle school students say they have made a suicide plan, and 14.1% have seriously considered attempting suicide.
These numbers reflect the growing emotional challenges many students face due to academic pressure, social media, trauma and lack of access to care. It's a call to action for our community to prioritize early intervention, accessible mental health services and support systems in schools and beyond.
#NCEF #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #community #services #collaboration #CollierCounty

Together, we can ensure that every child grows up

Together, we can ensure that every child grows up in a safe and nurturing environment, where they can thrive and reach their full potential. It’s ALL for the Kids.

Halfway to the weekend, fully into the wine. Happy

Halfway to the weekend, fully into the wine. Happy #WineWednesday !

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s N

Today we are featuring one of this past year’s NWWF Vintner Dinners, Celebrate the Journey. Hosted by: Anne Welsh McNulty with Beth & Jeff Wessel. Vintner: Giovanni Gaja of GAJA in Barbaresco, Italy. Chef: David Nayfeld of Che Fico in San Francisco, California. Photographer: @luminairefoto
Vintner: #gajawinery
Chef:@chefico
Planning | Design: @margaretevents
Florals: @tomtrovatoeventfloraldesign
Entertainment: @somethingmajorband
Rentals: @party_time_rentals_naples
Paper Suite: @thepapermerchant
Cheers!

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children provides s

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children provides safety, intervention, education and support for victims and survivors of domestic violence. With NCEF’s support, their Primary Prevention programs are creating a future where children and youth learn to build peaceful, nonviolent relationships.
Through programs like Raising Gentle’men (RG), boys are taught that strength comes from compassion, not control. Teen Programs empower middle and high school students to recognize abuse, understand healthy relationships and create safety plans. The Hands Are for Helping Program, featured in these images, educates the community, shifts mindsets and reduces the likelihood of future violence by fostering lasting behavioral change.
By investing in prevention, education and awareness, we can help stop the cycle before it starts.