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make lots of ripples.
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An invitation from our WGC Cochairs

We invite women of all ages to join our Women's Giving Circle where we know you will find your membership truly rewarding. Our all-volunteer philanthropic organization is unique in so many ways. Join us and discover the joy of giving back together!


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Julie Van Egmond and Marty Howard

What Makes Us Unique?

  • Impact. Pooling our funds amplifies the impact of individual contributions. Each member contributes the same amount each year– $1,100 renewable each November. As our membership grows, so do our pooled funds enabling us to make larger and uniquely targeted grants.

  • Education and community engagement. We make it a priority to learn about the needs of our community, the agencies that serve women in need, and how to best focus our grants for significant outcomes. By touring nonprofit agencies, volunteering to assist local agencies, and attending special information sessions, we better understand the issues and are informed funders and community advocates.

  • Voluntary participation. Our members can get involved based on their time, availability, and interests. There is no pressure to commit your time or talents... customize your engagement to fit you.

  • Nominal administrative expense. Because we operate efficiently as an all-volunteer organization, we keep our overhead costs low, enabling us to give back 93% of all revenue in the form of grants... a point of pride!

  • No fundraising. Our focus at WGC is community awareness rather than continual fundraising. As people hear about us, our membership grows and grant awards increase. Because our mission and philosophy are clear, women who learn about us are impressed and eager to join.

  • Friendships. Our members form friendships and build community through their involvement. Lifetime relationships, built on shared values, fortify WGC's culture. We welcome you, women of all ages and backgrounds, and know that you will find your membership most rewarding!

Get Involved

All members are invited to our Fall and Spring meetings, social and educational events, and are encouraged to serve on our standing committees. Functions are scheduled during Southwest Florida's 'season' with occasional activities planned during the spring and summer.


How to Become a Member

To become a WGC member, complete the Member Information Form here or click the button below to get started. Membership will officially begin once the $1,100 Contribution Fee is paid; however, voting privileges begin in November.

As a new member, you will be contacted shortly after receipt of the Member Information Form to welcome you and answer any of your questions. For more information, please Contact Us. 

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Together...join our journey of learning, working, and giving together

Attend the Fall and Spring Meetings


During these meetings, members learn about issues facing women and their families in SWFL, hear from our grantees, and receive updates on WGC initiatives…and of course, a bit of socializing too! It's a great way to reconnect with like-minded women who care and want to forge meaningful relationships. For more information, contact us.

Join a Committee


Perhaps you would like to share a talent or your time by serving on a committee. It's a great way to meet other philanthropic women. Guided by our WGC Cochairs, our seven standing committees are directly responsible for WGC's day-to-day operation. These committees are critical to our ongoing success! They include Grant Research, Grant Evaluation, Grant Monitoring, Programs, Membership, Outreach, and Communications. To see WGC committee descriptions, click here. To learn more, contact us.

Tour Local Nonprofits


Our carefully arranged tours are a great way to engage with our premier nonprofits. These tours are customized for WGC members so we can learn about various organizations and perhaps become their advocates. Some of our most educational tours include the Guadalupe Center, the Baker Senior Center, and the Harry Chapin Food Bank Distribution Center. After our tours, we often meet for lunch to share our impressions and get to know each other! For more information, contact us.


Volunteer with our Partners


Many of our members find volunteering to be a rewarding experience! To show support for our grantees beyond the financial, we maintain a list of volunteer opportunities at their organizations. These organizations cover a broad array of missions—from children's issues to housing to food insecurities, etc. While volunteering is likely to be an individual activity, we assist by guiding you to an organization that addresses your passion and commitment. To see a list of volunteer opportunities, click here. For more information, Contact Us. 


Gather at a Lunch Bunch


Relationship building is very important to us... and it starts with our members! As a priority through our Lunch Bunch gatherings, we get to know each other—connect, laugh, and engage in interesting conversations. The power of the "lunch table" brings people together in such a comfortable way... a perfect way to cultivate friendships and to increase our community awareness. Generally, there is a monthly Lunch Bunch scheduled during 'season' and one in the summer. For more information, Contact Us. 

"I am a firm believer in the power of collective giving and purposely searched for a group in southwest Florida. I was immediately impressed with the women I met, how they manage the grantmaking process and their warmth. It was an easy decision to join!"

Celeste, one-year member

"It's true that in giving we receive, because in giving of my time and money to the Women's Giving Circle, I have received the gift of true friendship of so many women and with them I have gotten to know about the community beyond my own street. I feel like I am a vital part of my community in so many ways."

Ruthmarie, ten-year member


Serving Lee and Collier Counties, Florida

1110 Pine Ridge Rd Ste 200, Naples, FL 34108

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The Women's Giving Circle of Southwest Florida is
a fund of the Collier Community Foundation.


Affiliated with Philanos, the leading national women’s giving circle network

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