Would you like to support the economic revitalization of Sanibel and help restore our island economy?

The City of Sanibel's 50th Anniversary Program will help restore our island economy through events, lectures, and special celebrations from November 2024 through December 2025. Be a part of this special year of remembering our past, celebrating our present, and preparing for our future.

You CAN make a difference and leave a legacy!

Join us in celebrating a landmark moment in our community's history: the 50th Anniversary of the City of Sanibel's incorporation. This golden anniversary, commencing on November 5, 2024, honors the triumph of a grassroots movement that began in 1974. Back then, dedicated citizens rallied together to save Sanibel Island from overdevelopment, leading to a landmark victory and the birth of a city where nature is revered above all.

Our commemoration stretches from November 2024 through the enchanting Luminary Holiday Stroll in December 2025. We invite you to be a part of this 13-month festivity, a unique collaboration between the SanCap Chamber, island businesses, non-profit and faith-based organizations, and our passionate resident groups.

Your donation will not only support the celebration of Sanibel's visionary Sanibel Plan, a blueprint for sustainable urban living, but also contribute to preserving the island's natural beauty for future generations. This is more than a celebration; it's a commitment to maintaining a harmonious balance between development and nature. As we honor our past, help us secure a greener, more sustainable future for Sanibel Island. Join us in this significant milestone and make a difference with your contribution today.