The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, raised $30,612 at its sold-out Jazz on the Harbor event to support Southwest Florida children who have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Held March 19 at Port Charlotte Beach Park, Jazz on the Harbor drew a sold-out crowd, and was a music, culinary and sunset celebration highlighted
Foundation presents HOPE Award to philanthropist Jerry Galeana The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, raised $85,766 at its second annual Voices of Hope Gala to support programs benefiting children in the foster care system. The foundation also presented philanthropist Jerry Galeana with its prestigious HOPE Award. Held March 3, the gala was a
The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, is hosting its fifth annual March Madness Bracket Challenge to benefit programs serving Southwest Florida children who have been abused, neglected or abandoned. The cost to participate is a $30 minimum donation per bracket, or $100 for four brackets. After completing an online registration form, participants
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Feb. 17, 2022) – The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, has earned a Platinum rating from GuideStar, an organization that evaluates the fiscal health, stability and success of nonprofits. The Platinum Seal of Transparency indicates an organization has disclosed detailed information that outlines its goals, strategies, capabilities, accomplishments, revenue and
The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, has extended the registration period for its Superpower 5K through the morning of the race on Feb. 19. The “What’s your Superpower 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run” will be held on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College in Fort Myers. Three races comprise the fundraising
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Feb. 1, 2022) – The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, will host its second annual Voices of Hope Gala on March 3 to raise awareness and support for children in the foster care system. The Voices of Hope Gala will be a virtual event that brings the excitement and enthusiasm
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Jan. 11, 2022) – The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, has received a $9,500 grant from Naples Woman’s Club to support the foundation’s Children’s Needs Program in Collier County. The Children’s Needs Program provides funding for normalcy items and experiences for children and teens, including birthday parties, tutoring, summer camp
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Jan. 3, 2022) – The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, will host its newest fundraising event, “What’s your Superpower 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run,” on Feb. 19 in Fort Myers. The event will be held on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College and feature a traditional 5K race
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 17, 2021) – Bonita Springs resident and attorney Tom Schneider has joined the board of directors for The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit. The foundation recruits, trains and supports volunteer child advocates who represent abused, neglected and abandoned youth in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties. Board members
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 2, 2021) – The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, raised $17,125 at Fashion to a Tea, a luncheon and fashion show featuring community leaders as models. Fashion to a Tea, held Oct. 27 at Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club, included an elegant high tea luncheon, silent auction, fun surprises and
