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Dec. 012011

President and CEO of Domaine Clarence Dillon Named Honored Vintner at 2012 Naples Winter Wine Festival

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Announcing Gies Awards Honorees

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Announcing Gies Awards Honorees

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Legendary Wine Fest Gearing Up In Naples

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Haut-Brion Owner at Naples Winter Wine Festival

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Naples Children & Education Foundation Receives 2012 William J. Gies Award

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Guest Column: Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten – Start Teaching KIds Early

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Inside the Naples Winter Wine Festival: Video Seri

Inside the Naples Winter Wine Festival: Video Series: Meet the Kids Day!
Witnessing first-hand the life-changing impact of the Naples Winter Wine Festival. Get to know the organizations benefiting from NCEF’s grants and meet the children who have received the resources and services they need to excel. The morning culminates in heartfelt presentations showcasing remarkable success stories that NCEF’s grants have made possible. Following the presentations, you’ll meet acclaimed vintners and taste their fabulous wines at a luncheon catered by D’Amico’s The Continental.

#TBT to Meet the Kids Day at last year's Festival!

#TBT to Meet the Kids Day at last year's Festival! Witnessing the life-changing impact of NCEF's grants and meeting the children who have received the resources and services they need to excel was truly inspiring. We heard heartwarming success stories and enjoyed a delightful luncheon catered by D’Amico’s @continentalnaples featuring acclaimed vintners and their exquisite wines. #ItsALLfortheKids

The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founde

The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, would like to express our congratulations to Nena Beynon, the new @wfcollierfl 2026 Woman of Initiative honoree!
Nena Beynon, a woman whose commitment to children, education and community is both personal and profound. Nena’s motto is simple: give back now. “Don’t wait. Start now. Volunteer. Give what you can. Make philanthropy a part of your life.” Whether leading the Capital Wealth Advisors Turkey Drop or co-chairing the #NWWF, Nena is a steady hand, a warm heart and a guiding light. Congratulations!

August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month! In re

August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month!
In recognition of this important month, NCEF proudly highlights the vital work of our Early Learning beneficiaries—incredible organizations whose educational programs serve children from birth to age 5.
These programs play a vital role in building key foundational skills such as:� 🧠 Social and emotional development� 🔍 Curiosity and discovery� 🧩 Problem-solving abilities
All of these are essential components of kindergarten readiness.
Why does this matter? Because 65% of Collier County kindergartners who attended Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) in 2023 were deemed “Ready for Kindergarten.” Early investment makes a lifelong impact!
#NCEF #itsALLforthekids #EarlyLearning #Kindergarten #ChildDevelopment

The first day of school is just around the corner,

The first day of school is just around the corner, and we know how important it is to make sure every child is ready to head back with confidence—and the supplies they need!
Back-to-School events are happening Saturday in Naples & Immokalee!
📍 Immokalee:� Lipman Family Farms’ Annual Backpack Giveaway� 🗓 Saturday, August 9 | 9 AM� 📍 701 Immokalee Dr, Immokalee, FL 34142� 🎒 1,900 backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed to school-age children in Immokalee and nearby communities!� 👉 Children must be present and accompanied by an adult to receive a backpack.� ✨ Plus: 50+ local nonprofits, free food, services, entertainment, giveaways & more!
📍 Naples:� 2025 Neapolitan Family Back to School Expo� 🗓 Saturday, August 9 | 11 AM – 2 PM� 📍 North Collier Regional Park Exhibit Hall, 15000 Livingston Rd, Naples, FL 34109� 🧩 Learn about & register for after-school programs, clubs, arts & theater classes, dance, sports, scouting, fitness, healthcare, schools & more!� 🎯 A one-stop shop to discover opportunities and spark new interests for your child.
Don’t miss these amazing community events to kick off the school year strong! #NCEF #itsALLforthekids #SWFL

Spirits are high at the Grand Crew Party as we lif

Spirits are high at the Grand Crew Party as we lift the cork on a sumptuous evening of great wines, fanciful foods and friends – both old and new! Celebrate and honor our award-winning vintners, chefs and sommeliers at @campiellonaples in Old Naples. Enjoy wine, dinner and friends – old and new. 🍷

🍷 Naples Winter Wine Festival: Ranked #1 by USA

🍷 Naples Winter Wine Festival: Ranked #1 by USA Today’s 10Best!
We are honored to be named the Best Wine Festival in the USA by USA Today 10Best. A heartfelt thank you to USA Today and to everyone who voted for us!
We’re also deeply grateful to our incredible volunteers, partners, vintners, chefs, supporters and guests who made this recognition possible.
Here’s to making a difference—together. #1 #BestWineFestival #ItsALLfortheKids
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The countdown has started! 🎉 The 2026 Naples Wi

The countdown has started! 🎉 The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival is six months away! This year’s theme “Picture This” reflects the NCEF’s mission of transforming the lives of children in need. It is a call to imagine and to believe in what is possible when compassion meets action. The theme challenges Festival supporters, vintners, chefs and donors to picture the impact their generosity can have in creating a world of endless futures for children in our community. We can't wait to see you January 30, 2026 through February 1, 2026 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.

For many children, school is more than a place to

For many children, school is more than a place to learn—it’s where they receive their most reliable meals each day.
But when summer arrives, those meals disappear. That’s why our Hunger Initiative partners are essential—stepping in to provide food and feeding sites across Collier County during the summer months, ensuring no child goes without.
Whether it’s mobile pantries, food kits at camps or local distribution sites, these efforts made possible by @hcfbswfl @mealsofhope @midwestfoodbank and @ourdailybreadfoodpantry fill a critical gap and keep kids nourished, healthy and ready to thrive.
Together, we’re making sure summer stays full—for every child.
#NCEF #NWWF #itsALLforthekids #StrategicInitiative #BlueprintPartners #HungerInitiative #CollierCounty #NoChildHungry #SummerFeeding

Through our traditional funding, NCEF proudly supp

Through our traditional funding, NCEF proudly supports out-of-school time programs across Collier County that go beyond after-school hours—extending into comprehensive, enriching summer camps that keep kids engaged, active and learning all summer long.
From science and nature to sports, arts, and career exploration, these programs offer safe spaces, caring mentors, and opportunities to grow—no matter the season.
We’re honored to support incredible partners making it happen, including: @bgccollier @calripkensrfdn @championsforlearning @conservancyswf @firstteenaplescollier @unitedartscollier @ymcanaples
#NCEF #NWWF #itsALLforthekids #SummerCamps

Today we are highlighting Vintner Plane Arrival. N

Today we are highlighting Vintner Plane Arrival. Napa vintners arrive in style on private jets for the NWWF! When the vintners land at the Naples Airport Authority, the Naples High School drum line welcomes them along with the Airport Authority and NCEF representatives to thank them for donating their time and talents. With their help, we’ve been able to raise hundreds of millions of dollars ALL for the kids of Collier County. We thank them for their generosity.

On Tuesday, July 8th, NCEF staff visited one of it

On Tuesday, July 8th, NCEF staff visited one of its incredible beneficiaries, @theableacademy. As a leading provider of individualized applied behavior analysis programming for individuals with developmental delays, ABLE Academy offers a warm, inspiring environment where children can thrive. The NCEF team was welcomed by Dr. Colleen Cornwall, CEO and Founder, and Kim Raiser, BCaBA and Operations Director, who guided them on an inspiring tour of the facility. During the visit, the team saw the dedicated one-on-one work of the interdisciplinary staff and heard stories highlighting the remarkable progress students have made over the years. Special highlights included learning about the Miracle Bell, which rings to celebrate each new skill or milestone a child achieves, and a screening of a recent episode of the Able News Network, a student-produced news channel featuring student interests and events. To round out the visit, NCEF staff were treated to drinks from Taste Buds Café, the on-site coffee bar fully operated by students who took orders and crafted what was arguably the best coffee in town!