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Feb. 012009

How wine helps children: Foster Council eases burden on displaced kids

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How wine helps children: Charities cheer the $69.5 million raised so far

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Jan. 312009

How wine helps children: Early learning centers survive with Wine Festival donations

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Dec. 062008

Editorial: Efforts are bearing fruit far beyond money raised

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Dec. 012008

Bonfire of the Charities

Bergdorf Goodman

Nov. 302008

New pediatric dental center to help keep needy children smiling

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Nov. 212008

Simpsons, soap opera roles top Wine Festival 2009 auction list

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Jan. 282008

Naples Wine Auction Rakes in $14 Million for Charity

NaplesNews.com

Have you registered for our online auction yet? Do

Have you registered for our online auction yet? Download the app or visit nwwfonlineauction.com to browse items and register! There’s something for everyone: explore our different categories and make a greater impact by sharing your favorite auction lots with friends and family.

T-Minus three days before the #NWWF26! The 2026 Na

T-Minus three days before the #NWWF26! The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival is pleased to feature more than 29 of the world’s preeminent wineries, the culinary talents of 18 all-star celebrity chefs and 17 talented sommeliers that specialize in all aspects of wine! #ItsAllForTheKids

We’re proud to recognize The Ronto Group, INC. a

We’re proud to recognize The Ronto Group, INC. as a valued sponsor of the #NWWF. It’s ALL for the Kids!

We would like to thank the sponsors and corporate

We would like to thank the sponsors and corporate partners of the 2026 Festival! We are honored to have @watersideshops as a sponsor of the #NWWF. Thank you!

A massive shoutout to our amazing sponsors, includ

A massive shoutout to our amazing sponsors, including @baersfurniture 🎉 Thank you for supporting the Naples Winter Wine Festival!

The Naples Winter Wine Festival is one week away!

The Naples Winter Wine Festival is one week away! The NWWF returns to The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón for its 26th anniversary on January 30, 2026 through February 1, 2026. We look forward to another successful celebration!
🎉✨ Join the excitement today by participating in this year's online auction: nwwfonlineauction.com

The NWWF The online auction is now open! 🎉 Than

The NWWF The online auction is now open! 🎉 Thanks to the tremendous generosity of our donors, our team has been able to curate some truly remarkable lots that will attract bidders in all price ranges. Bid high and bid often to help NCF fulfill its mission to support charitable programs that improve the lives of the most vulnerable children in Collier County. The online auction runs through Tuesday, February 3 at 5:00 p.m. (EST). Click the link in our bio to register or visit nwwfonlineauction.com

Naples Winter Wine Festival Live Auction Highlight

Naples Winter Wine Festival Live Auction Highlight: Crown Jewels to Coastlines: A Lavish European Escape by Land and Sea.
Two couples will enjoy a 14-night European journey from London to Spain, with roundtrip business-class airfare from the U.S. The experience begins with three nights in Deluxe Junior Suites at The Dorchester, featuring exclusive, curator-led London experiences hosted by NWWF Auctioneer Humphrey Butler. Guests then embark on an 11-night Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection voyage aboard Evrima in The Loft Suites, sailing from England to Spain with stops in France and Portugal, all-inclusive dining, and personalized Suite Ambassador service.

Thank you to @goldmansachs for being a proud suppo

Thank you to @goldmansachs for being a proud supporter of the Naples Winter Wine Festival. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and generosity. It’s ALL for the Kids!

We’re excited to share that Naples Children Foun

We’re excited to share that Naples Children Foundation CEO Maria Jimenez-Lara was featured on Rob Giardinelli’s Fun in Fundraising podcast as part of a special three-part series. Episode three focuses on the true impact of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, featuring Maria alongside Jamie Ulmer, CEO of Healthcare Network—one of the Foundation’s valued beneficiaries. Together, they explore how the money raised through the Festival translates into meaningful, life-changing programs for children and families across Collier County.
👉 Listen now: link in bio!

Acknowledging our sponsors with immense gratitude!

Acknowledging our sponsors with immense gratitude! Thank you @londonbaygroup for your support. It’s ALL for the Kids!

The collection of one-of-a-kind wine, food, and tr

The collection of one-of-a-kind wine, food, and travel experiences for the 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival Live Auction continues to grow! From an immersive journey through Italy and indulgent stays in Paris and Bordeaux, to an epic European voyage aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and unforgettable moments with legendary vintners and icons, the excitement is building. This year’s live auction promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
Click the link in our bio to read the Perss Release.