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    • Who We AreSince 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
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      • White document icon with lines and a cross on a green circular background.GrantmakingSince 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
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      • A 3D wireframe torus with an intricate lattice pattern forming a looped donut shape.Impact DashboardThe impact dashboard shows key regional goals that everyone is working toward, with the aim of solving social issues by 2040.
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      • Our HistorySince 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
      • Team CollaboratoryMeet the Team of community leaders, philanthropy experts, impact makers and change agents.
      • Governance & BoardMeet the The Governing Team of Trustees, Senior Advisors and Emeritus members.
      • Annual ReportOur work is made possible by our belief in Community Collaboration.
      • Stewardship & FinanceLast year we made $12.0 million in grants, bringing the total since our founding to more than $132.0 million.
      • CareersWe’re on a quest to find passionate people to help make Southwest Florida even better.
      • Contact UsAccess general contact details, driving directions and parking information.
    • Who We AreSince 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
  • Our Impact
    • What We Do
      • White document icon with lines and a cross on a green circular background. GrantmakingSince 1976, we have partnered with donors to distribute more than $132M to the community.
      • White dollar sign centered on a blue circular background. Fund Development & MgmtWe are working with donors to increase public, private, nonprofit investments that foster the pursuit of the regionally coordinated 2040 goal.
      • White icon of three people grouped together on a purple circular background. Community LeadershipCollaboratory is using our community leadership role to resource, engage, and coordinate regional coalitions of cross-sector partners aligned around shared goals.
      • Pink circular background with a white light bulb icon featuring a gear inside.Nonprofit Capacity BuildingProvide training and resources to regional partner organizations to strengthen our collective ability to solve problems together
      • Black circle with intersecting curved lines forming a globe-like wireframe. ScholarshipsScholarships offered through Collaboratory provide vital financial support to students in Southwest Florida who are pursuing education and skills
      • Purple circle with the black letters Fm in the center. FutureMakers CoalitionOur goal is to strengthen Southwest Florida’s education-to-workforce pipeline by advancing system-level solutions that improve outcomes from early learning through career attainment.
      • Blue circle with the black letters Hw in the center. Health & Wellness CoalitionTransforming Southwest Florida to be among the healthiest communities in the nation.
      • Orange circle containing the black letters Ci in the center. Community Infrastructure CoalitionThrough collaborative partnerships, the Community Infrastructure Coalition leverages collective impact strategies to advance system-level solutions that improve community infrastructure outcomes across Southwest Florida, ensuring that every individual can experience a high quality of life supported by accessible, sustainable, and resilient communities.
      • A 3D wireframe torus with an intricate lattice pattern forming a looped donut shape. Impact DashboardThe impact dashboard shows key regional goals that everyone is working toward, with the aim of solving social issues by 2040.
    • Our ImpactFrom 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.
      • Advisor ResourcesGet access to tools and resources, for your clients.
    • For professional AdvisorsFor nearly 50 years, we’ve partnered with donors, professional advisors, and nonprofit organizations to support meaningful philanthropy.
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  • November 2026

  • Thu 5

    College Access Night at Collaboratory – Scholarship Applications & FAFSA Assistance

    November 5 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    Learn about available local scholarships and get started applying. Bring your essay drafts for review and feedback. Get free in-person help completing the 2027-2028 FAFSA with financial aid specialists. Bring...

    RSVP Now Free 14 spots left
  • Fri 6

    AI Fridays: If It Ain’t Broke, Why Is Everyone Working So Hard?

    November 6 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    Beyond Adoption: Reducing Friction for Sustainable Implementation Why do committed people work so hard while their organizations still struggle? Often, it’s friction: the everyday obstacles that slow work down. Join...

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  • Mon 16

    Edison Lightbulb Speaker Series: The Future of Work

    November 16 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    The worlds leading Industries and business systems are going through a transformational change at a rapid pace.....   Are we experiencing a new "Industrial Revolution"?   How is education navigating this shift...

    RSVP Now Free 101 spots left
  • Thu 19

    Grant Writing Community of Practice, November 19, 2026

    November 19 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States
    Virtual Event

    Writing Strong Narratives and Need Statements Strong grant narratives combine clarity, strategy, emotion, and data. In this session, participants will learn how to communicate community need and organizational impact in...

    RSVP Now Free 30 spots left
  • Fri 20

    AI Fridays: From Understanding to Real-World Impact

    November 20 from 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    Join Cornell Bunting in this interactive beginner-to-intermediate workshop that introduces participants to the power of artificial intelligence and its practical applications in everyday life, business, education, and nonprofit organizations. Through...

    RSVP Now Free 64 spots left
  • Fri 20

    AI Fridays: AI and the Recovery Paperwork Problem

    November 20 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    After a disaster, the hard part isn't getting federal recovery money; it's keeping it through years of documentation, reviews and closeout, a burden FEMA is now shifting further onto stretched...

    RSVP Now Free 71 spots left

  • December 2026

  • Thu 10

    Grant Writing Community of Practice, December 10, 2026

    December 10 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States
    Virtual Event

    How to Build Relationships with Funders Funding is built on relationships, credibility, and trust. In this session, participants will learn practical strategies for building meaningful relationships with foundations, funders, donors,...

    RSVP Now Free 31 spots left
  • Tue 15

    College Access Night at Collaboratory – Resume Building & FAFSA Assistance

    December 15 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    Learn to build an academic resume for use in college and scholarship applications. Get free in-person help completing the 2027-2028 FAFSA with financial aid specialists. Bring a laptop or your...

    RSVP Now Free 41 spots left

  • January 2027

  • Wed 13

    College Access Night at Collaboratory – Interview Prep & FAFSA Assistance

    January 13, 2027 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Collaboratory 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL, United States

    Prepare for college and scholarship interviews. Learn the do's and don'ts and get practical tips. Get free in-person help completing the 2027-2028 FAFSA with financial aid specialists. Bring a laptop...

    RSVP Now Free 43 spots left
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