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Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
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Meet the Team of community leaders, philanthropy experts, impact makers and change agents.
Governance & Board
Meet the The Governing Team of Trustees, Senior Advisors and Emeritus members.
Annual Report
Our work is made possible by our belief in Community Collaboration.
Stewardship & Finance
Last year we made $12.0 million in grants, bringing the total since our founding to more than $132.0 million.
Who We Are
Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
Our Impact
What We Do
Grantmaking
Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $120M to the community.
Fund Development & Mgmt
We are working with donors to increase public, private, nonprofit investments that foster the pursuit of the regionally coordinated 2040 goal.
Community Leadership
Collaboratory is using our community leadership role to resource, engage, and coordinate regional coalitions of cross-sector partners aligned around shared goals.
Nonprofit Capacity Building
Provide training and resources to regional partner organizations to strengthen our collective ability to solve problems together
Scholarships
Scholarships offered through Collaboratory provide vital financial support to students in Southwest Florida who are pursuing education and skills
FutureMakers Coalition
Our goal is to make sure 55% of adults between the ages of 25-64 in our region have education beyond high school by 2025.
Health & Wellness Coalition
Transforming Southwest Florida to be among the healthiest communities in the nation.
Community Infrastructure Coalition
Ensuring 80% of people in SWFL have access to housing and transportation that costs less than 45% of their income by 2040.
Impact Dashboard
The impact dashboard shows key regional goals that everyone is working toward, with the aim of solving social issues by 2040.
Our Impact
From Collaboratory’s experience with FutureMakers, we know – and can share with you – some effective ways to work together and measure your progress.
Professional Advisors
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Why Collaboratory?
Learn why Collaboratory is the trusted organization for your clients philanthropic goals.
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Corporate Philanthropy
Collaboratory helps businesses create strategic, locally focused impact by aligning their giving with trusted nonprofits and the most pressing needs of Southwest Florida.
For professional Advisors
For nearly 50 years, we’ve partnered with donors, professional advisors, and nonprofit organizations to support meaningful philanthropy.
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About Us
Who We Are
Our History
Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
Team Collaboratory
Meet the Team of community leaders, philanthropy experts, impact makers and change agents.
Governance & Board
Meet the The Governing Team of Trustees, Senior Advisors and Emeritus members.
Annual Report
Our work is made possible by our belief in Community Collaboration.
Stewardship & Finance
Last year we made $12.0 million in grants, bringing the total since our founding to more than $132.0 million.
Who We Are
Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
Our Impact
What We Do
Grantmaking
Since 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $120M to the community.
Fund Development & Mgmt
We are working with donors to increase public, private, nonprofit investments that foster the pursuit of the regionally coordinated 2040 goal.
Community Leadership
Collaboratory is using our community leadership role to resource, engage, and coordinate regional coalitions of cross-sector partners aligned around shared goals.
Nonprofit Capacity Building
Provide training and resources to regional partner organizations to strengthen our collective ability to solve problems together
Scholarships
Scholarships offered through Collaboratory provide vital financial support to students in Southwest Florida who are pursuing education and skills
FutureMakers Coalition
Our goal is to make sure 55% of adults between the ages of 25-64 in our region have education beyond high school by 2025.
Health & Wellness Coalition
Transforming Southwest Florida to be among the healthiest communities in the nation.
Community Infrastructure Coalition
Ensuring 80% of people in SWFL have access to housing and transportation that costs less than 45% of their income by 2040.
Impact Dashboard
The impact dashboard shows key regional goals that everyone is working toward, with the aim of solving social issues by 2040.
Our Impact
From Collaboratory’s experience with FutureMakers, we know – and can share with you – some effective ways to work together and measure your progress.
Professional Advisors
For professional Advisors
Why Collaboratory?
Learn why Collaboratory is the trusted organization for your clients philanthropic goals.
Advisor Resources
Get access to tools and resources, for your clients.
Schedule a Meeting
Let’s talk. If you have a question or would just like to make an introduction please schedule a meeting.
Corporate Philanthropy
Collaboratory helps businesses create strategic, locally focused impact by aligning their giving with trusted nonprofits and the most pressing needs of Southwest Florida.
For professional Advisors
For nearly 50 years, we’ve partnered with donors, professional advisors, and nonprofit organizations to support meaningful philanthropy.
Your Philanthropy
Open a Fund
Donate to a Fund
Search Specific Funds
Santini Legacy Society
Women’s Legacy Fund
Men’s Legacy Fund
Your Philanthropy Team
News & Media
Press
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