Collaboratory

Effective fund development is a way to create opportunities and invest in long-term solutions for our home here in Southwest Florida.

Through strategic philanthropy and responsible stewardship, we can address our community’s most pressing challenges and build a brighter future for generations to come.

Ready to make an impact? Learn how to get involved by contacting [email protected].

We’re excited to launch the Grant Writing Community of Practice (COP) workshop series this summer!

Join us every month from July through December for free, hands-on workshops designed to help nonprofits build stronger, more fundable organizations.

Here's what's coming:
• July 9 (2:00-3:00 PM): Why Most Grants Fail Before They Are Written
• August 6th (2:00-3:00 PM): Building a Fundable Program
•September 10th (2:00-3:00 PM): Budgets That Make Sense to Funders
• October 8th (2:00-3:00 PM): Finding the Right Grants and Building a Pipeline
• November 19th (2:00-3:00 PM): Writing Strong Narratives and Need Statements
• December 10th (2:00-3:00 PM: How to Build Relationships with Funders

All sessions are held between 2–3 PM in-person or on Zoom.

Register Required: https://collaboratory.org/events/list/?tribe_filterbar_events_virtual=all

At Collaboratory, we believe that meaningful change happens when people feel welcomed, connected, and inspired to work together for the greater good. That’s why we’re excited to share two important updates from our team that will help strengthen the experience and culture at the heart of our mission. 💙

Please join us in congratulating Stacey Mercado on her promotion to Manager of Experience & Culture. In this leadership role, Stacey will help shape the dynamic, mission-driven environment that defines Collaboratory: leading culture initiatives, public programming, and community engagement efforts that foster connection and collaboration among nonprofits, corporate partners, tenants, and guests.

Stacey will also serve as the primary liaison to Collaboratory’s external marketing partner, helping ensure our storytelling, content, and brand continue to reflect the impact, innovation, and shared purpose of our community.

We’re also thrilled to welcome Alani Williams as our new Experience & Studio Coordinator. Alani will support the day-to-day experiences that make Collaboratory a welcoming and engaging space for everyone who walks through our doors. She’ll also manage and operate our recording studio to help amplify the voices and stories of our community partners.

Together, Stacey and Alani will play an important role in strengthening the culture, creativity, and connections that make Collaboratory more than just a workspace. It’s a community working together to create lasting social impact.

Please help us celebrate Stacey and warmly welcome Alani to the Collaboratory family! 👏