Jim Mosley

With many deserving nonprofits in SWFL, deciding where to invest your philanthropic dollars is challenging.

At just four weeks old, Cynthia Rodriguez was enrolled at Pathways Early Education Center of Immokalee. Many years later, this early education opportunity proved to make all the difference in her future.

David Lawrence Center (DLC) works with partners to enhance Collier County’s health, wellness and safety. By supplementing state funding with private donations, we can save and positively impact more lives.

A few weeks ago, while riding up a chairlift with my two grandchildren, ages 8 and 12, I looked over at them and marveled. Here I was at 60-something, skiing with my grandkids.

In the business world, the key to success is staying on top of current events in your career field, while conquering office task flow. A messy desk can lead to chaos and lack of knowing where to find things when a client calls.

George Washington not only couldn’t tell a lie, he couldn’t say no to a glass of fine spirits now and then. General Washington always made sure his troops had a nip or two on the battlefield.

Citrus farmers look to the Gulf Citrus Growers Association and its Executive Vice President Steve Smith for support and leadership. These farmers produce the orange juice and citrus fruits that people enjoy every day.

Led by retired Lt. Col. Paul Garrah, the Naples High JROTC program never fails to offer selfless service to the community throughout the year.

Chico’s FAS and associates spent more than 1,000 hours volunteering in SWFL throughout 2018. These charitable giving efforts resulted in a million-dollar impact on the local community. More than 90 organizations benefited from financial and in-kind support.

“There’s A Captain In You” is an inspiring memoir by Capt. Marian Schneider, who had vision of sharing and preserving the Gulf Coast environment in and around Boca Grande.