GET INSPIRED Charitable Foundation of the Islands
PHILANTHROPY
CFI seeks to inspire philanthropy for the vitality of the Island community. We can help you define and fulfill your charitable goals by establishing a donor-advised fund or another type of charitable giving account. Learn more at Ways to Give.
ISLAND LEADERSHIP
CFI aims to identify and nurture the next generation of Island Leaders. The Leadership Sanibel-Captiva Program is one such initiative launching each January. Learn more 2025 Leadership Brochure. We also serve as a hub for inspiring volunteerism, annually hosting a Volunteer Expo and producing a Island Volunteer Directory with over 50 organizations. Visit the Volunteer Directory,
COLLABORATION
Strengthening the nonprofit sector is at the forefront of our collaboration efforts. CFI also engages and coordinates coalitions and cross-sector collaborations to identify community solutions. Examples of our work include Economic Revitalization, Positive Aging Initiative and 100+ Women Who Care.
100+ Women Who Care Selects CHR as first grant Recipient
Small Business Support Program awards more than 30 grants, raised $266k for Initiative
More than 30 independently owned businesses on the islands have received grants of up to $10,000 each for post-hurricane recovery. Learn more about applying as well as the low-interest loan program.
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The Charitable Foundation of the Islands is a public grant-making charity serving the Islands of Sanibel and Captiva (SWFL) as described in Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN # 27-4027791).
Mission & Impact
Inspiring Philanthropy, Leadership and Collaboration for the vitality of the Island community.