The Charity Register

In her role as a foster parent, Naples photographer and City Council member Penny Taylor knows some of these stories well. Taylor, who has a grown daughter, has most recently had two boys in her home, 17-year-old Jorge Orengo and a seven-year-old. Orengo is a recent Naples High School graduate who has been accepted at Ringling School of Art for the fall term. Taylor says it's been exciting to watch him blossom as an artist. "He's the real deal," she says.

Three years ago, Taylor was hired by the Naples Children and Education Foundation to photograph the children of Youth Haven, a 34-year-old emergency shelter for children whose families are in crisis. She was so moved by some of the children that she met (including the seven-year-old who now lives with her), that she immediately began the process of obtaining her foster
care license. She credits the Naples Children and Education Foundation for both the assignment that changed her life and for the millions of dollars they've given to area charities. She also sings the praises of those who do the day-in, day-out work of these agencies, including the Foster Care Council. What has impressed her most, she says, is "how much need there still is-and the extraordinary job that places like Youth Haven are doing."

COLLIER COUNTY

Alliance FranÇaise de Naples, Florida
International organization to promote French language and culture. To support this organization, become a member.

Founder: Denyse Jenkins
Contact: (239) 592-7576
P.O. Box 110075
Naples, FL 34108-0102
www.afnaples.org

Alzheimer's Support Network
Assists families affected by memory disorders. To support this organization, volunteer or donate.

Center director: Suky Pollard
Contact: (239) 262-8388
660 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 21
Naples, FL 34102

American Association Of University Women, Greater Naples Branch
Promotes equity for women and girls, lifelong education and positive societal change. To support this organization, volunteer, donate or become a member.

Branch president: Harriet Lancaster
Contact: (239) 566-9961
P.O. Box 9742
Naples, FL 34101
www.aauwgnb.org

American Cancer Society, Collier County
Nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer. To support this organization, volunteer in the office, on a committee or with educational outreach.

Executive director: Laura Lykins
Contact: (239) 261-0337
990 First Ave. S., Suite 200
Naples, FL 34102
www.cancer.org

American Red Cross of Collier County
Disaster preparedness and response, health and safety classes, service to the military and international training. To support this organization, donate funds or supplies, or volunteer.

Executive director: Deborah Horvath
Contact: (239) 596-6868
2610 Northbrooke Plaza Drive
Naples, FL 34119

Art League of Marco Island
Promotes education and appreciation of excellence in the arts. To support this organization, become a member or sponsor.

Executive director: Christine Neal
Contact: (239) 394-4221
1010 Winterberry Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
www.marcoislandart.com

Ave Maria University Foundation
Committed to further teaching, research and learning in the abiding tradition of Catholic thought in both national and international settings.

VP of university relations: Carole Carpenter
Contact: (239) 280-2572
1025 Commons Circle
Naples, FL 34119
www.naples.avemaria.edu

Ave Maria University - Founders Club
The Founders Club gathers together in fellowship in support of Ave Maria University.

Executive director: Darryl Klein
Contact: (239) 280-2581
1958 Trade Center Way, Suite 206
Naples, FL 34109
www.naples.avemaria.edu

Baby Basics of Collier County
Provides and distributes diapers to children of working poor families in Collier County. To support this organization, volunteer for diaper distributions, grant writing, publicity or fundraising; donors may sponsor a baby.

Executive director: Jean Ann Lynch
Contact: (239) 352-4310
8570 Danbury Blvd., Suite 202
Naples, FL 34120

Bach Ensemble
Vocal group with soloists and orchestra. Presents Baroque music, concerts and workshops. To support this organization, sponsor an event or donate.

Founder and president: Vic Silvestri
Contact: (239) 732-1055
3667 Arctic Circle
Naples, FL 34112-5053
www.thebachensemble.org

Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support
Provides financial assistance for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer for uninsured and underinsured patients in Collier County and Bonita Springs. To support this organization, attend golf or tennis tournaments and dinners.

President: Joetta D. Abbazio
Contact: (239) 417-4600
4330 Tamiami Trail E.
Naples, FL 34112

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County
Offers a consistent, structured and positive place for the youth of Collier County. To support this organization, volunteer, tutor, attend an event or donate.

Executive director: Mary Boyce-Johnson
Contact: (239) 430-1562
P. O. Box 8896
Naples, FL 34101
www.bgccc.com

Cancer Alliance of Naples
Improves the quality of life of local individuals and families affected by cancer by providing need-based financial assistance, information and support. To support this organization, volunteer or donate.

Executive director: Kathy Nicklaus
Contact: (239) 436-4673
433 Fourth Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34102
www.cancersociety.com

Care Club of Collier County
Operates adult daycare for those suffering memory loss. To support this organization, donate, volunteer or serve on the board.

Executive director: LuAnne Wahlstrom
Contact: (239) 353-1994
1800 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, FL 34116
www.colliercareclub.org

Caring Place and Village School
Preschool, elementary and middle school emphasizing individual gifts and strengths immersed in strong values. To support this organization, tutor, volunteer or donate.

Contact: (239) 593-7686
6000 Goodlette-Frank Road
Naples, FL 34109
www.villageschoolnaples.com

Catholic Charities of Collier County
Social service agency that provides many established, effective programs to men, women and children regardless of race or religion. To support this organization, donate or volunteer.

Executive director: Michael L. D'Amico
Contact: (239) 455-2655
2210 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, FL 34116
www.catholiccharitiescc.org

Center for Reduction of Religious-Based Conflict
Educates people about the problems surrounding religious-based conflict and fosters respect for all religions. To support this organization, donate or volunteer.

Executive director: Terry Trowbridge
Contact: (239) 821-4850
649 Fifth Ave. S., Suite 201
Naples, FL 34102
www.center2000.org

Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County
Provides medical and social diagnosis of child abuse and neglect and direct intervention and evaluation to keep children from harm.

Executive director: Jacqueline Griffith Stephens
Contact: (239) 263-8383
1036 Sixth Ave. N.
Naples, FL 34102
www.cptcollier.org

Children's Museum of Naples
Planning a 25,000-square-foot museum with fully interactive exhibits. To support this organization, donate.

Executive director: Joe Cox
Contact: (239) 784-1879
P.O. Box 2423
Naples, FL 34113
www.cmon.org

Children's Network of Southwest Florida
Works to build and maintain a child protective system that promotes safety and stability for children and families. To support this organization, become a foster or adoptive parent, volunteer or donate.

Contact: (239) 226-1524
2232 Altamont Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
www.childnetswfl.org

China Adoption With Love, Florida
Facilitates adoption of Chinese orphans to American families, raises money for education of orphans left behind. To support this organization, volunteer or donate.

Executive director: Lillian Zhang
Contact: (239) 404-9504
380 Tamiami Trail N.
Naples, FL 34102
www.cawli.org

Christ Child Society of Naples
Dedicated to serving underprivileged children by advocating for and providing basic healthcare, literacy skills, food and a clean, safe place for children. To support this organization, volunteer, underwrite a project or donate.

Co-presidents: Peggy Nolan and Valery Moore
Contact: P.O. Box 770179
Naples, FL 34108

Classic Chamber Concerts
Offers monthly concerts October through April featuring the Philadelphia Piano Quartet and renowned guest artists. To support this organization, volunteer or donate.

Executive director: Jon C. Staiger
Contact: (239) 434-8505
P.O. Box 10393
Naples, FL 34101
www.classicchamberconcerts.org

Coalition of Immokalee Workers
Dedicated to eliminating sweatshop conditions and modern-day slavery in the agricultural industry. To support this organization, donate, volunteer or invite a farm worker to speak at your faith community, school or community group.

Co-directors: Lucas Benitez and Greg Asbed
Contact: (239) 657-8311
P.O. Box 603
Immokalee, FL 34143
www.ciw-online.org

Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition
Supports the planning, delivery and coordination of high-quality services to the hungry, homeless and those at risk (working poor) of homelessness in Collier County. To support this organization, donate.

Executive director: Fred Richards
Contact: (239) 263-9363
279 Airport-Pulling Road S.
Naples, FL 34104
www.collierhomelesscoalition.org

Collier County UF/IFAS Extension
A division of the Public Services Department, and an off-campus branch of the University of Florida. Helps people find practical solutions to problems specific to living in Florida.

Executive director: Robert Halman
Contact: (239) 353-4244
14700 Immokalee Road
Naples, FL 34120
collier.ifas.ufl.edu

Collier Harvest
Volunteer transportation network that picks up donated food for delivery to area agencies feeding the hungry of Southwest Florida. To support this organization, volunteer or donate food or funds.

Executive director: Ingrid Parry
Contact: (239) 455-3663
P.O. Box 11143
Naples, FL 34101-1143
www.collierharvest.org

Collier Health Services
Provides basic primary and dental care to underserved children. To support this organization, volunteer or donate.

Executive director: Richard B. Akin
Contact: (239) 658-3138
1454 Madison Ave.
Immokalee, FL 34142
www.collier.org

Community Foundation of Collier County
Provides strategic philanthropy for donors and nonprofits to strengthen our community. To support this organization, donate to established funds, start a fund or support the Center for Nonprofit Excellence.

President and CEO: Mary George
Contact: (239) 649-5000
2400 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 300
Naples, FL 34103
www.cfcollier.org

The Community School of Naples
An independent, college preparatory day school committed to maintaining a co-educational student body representative of the Southwest Florida area. To support this organization, attend fundraisers or donate.

Head of school: John E. Zeller Jr.
Contact: (239) 597-7575
13275 Livingston Road
Naples, FL 34109
www.communityschoolnaples.org

COMPEER
Recruits and trains volunteers to spend time with persons who have mental health diagnoses and are referred to the program. To support this organization, donate or volunteer.

Executive director: Judith Evans
Contact: (239) 334-1733
5020 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 110
Naples, FL 34103
www.compeer.org

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Develops sound environmental policy, conducts scientific research and fieldwork, offers educational programs and rehabilitates wildlife. To support this organization, donate or attend galas.