Zonta Awards Grants to 15 Local Non-Profits
Through its foundation, the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva awarded $82,500 in grants to 15 local non-profits in Lee County whose missions mirror Zonta’s own: empowering women and girls.
Zonta Plans Take Shape for Repurposed “Peek”
The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva is renowned for its annual home tour, “Peek at the Unique.” Based at the Sanibel Community Church and set for Saturday, March 13, this year’s pandemic-observant event will take place largely online.
Meet Zonta SanCap Grant Partner: Community Housing and Resources
Zonta’s 2020 grant funds support Community Housing and Resources (CHR), whose mission is to provide affordable housing for families and individuals who work in and serve the community of Sanibel.
Meet Zonta SanCap Grant Partner: Dress for Success
Zonta’s 2020 grant funds have been used by Dress for Success for the Women Empowered Through Employment Series (WETES) and the Entrepreneurial Spirit Program (E$P).
Meet Zonta SanCap Grant Partner: The Dr. Piper Center For Social Services
Zonta 2020 grant funds helped support the Dr. Piper Center’s Foster Grandparents Program, which creatively links these low-income elderly and children with special needs aged 4-17.
Zonta Faces Shortfall, Offers Virtual “Peek”
Due to the last-minute cancellation of the 19th annual “Peek at the Unique”, and in company with many island organizations, Zonta will face a larger than usual shortfall when grants to local non-profits are decided later this year.
Zonta’s 19th “Peek” Offers Double Pleasure
Peeking into adjacent homes “born” over 40 years apart is an innovation on this year’s tour. Set for Saturday, March 14, the 19th annual “Peek at the Unique” by the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva will again open doors to normally private island homes. Tickets are on sale now at www.EventBrite.com for $100 each ($90 for afternoon departures, if available) plus a small service fee; scroll down to select from available seats.
Zonta’s “Peek” Features Contrasting Homes
As loyal “Peekers” know, the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva promises rare experiences on its annual home tour, “A Peek at the Unique,” which raises funds to support organizations whose work empowers women.
Zonta Hands Out Grants Totaling $104,700
Another record-breaking year for Zonta! Each year in January, the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva, through its foundation, awards grants to local non-profits whose missions mirror Zonta’s own: empowering women and girls.