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    Friday, November 21st

    5-8 p.m.

    New Hope Ministries

    7675 Davis Blvd, Naples FL. 34104

    Menu: Thanksgiving Themed Dinner

    Cost: $25

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    STARability’s largest benefit event of the year raises funds to preserve and expand the innovative programs and services.

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    Support STARability through the sale of upscale furniture, décor and more unique pieces including handmade gifts by our STARs.

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    A place that empowers all abilities through creative expression, vocational training and skill-building resulting in artisan gifts.

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    Inspired by 100 years of Collier County and Naples

    The Souvenir Collection pays homage to five Naples landmarks.

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05 Sep
General

STARability Foundation expands team to meet growing need for transformative programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Posted by Ashley Nevar
September 5, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (Sept. 4, 2025) – STARability Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of people with intellect...
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28 Aug
General

Join STARability Foundation for the 8th annual Run, Walk & Roll 5K on Oct. 18

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 28, 2025
A family- and pet-friendly inclusive event for all ages and abilities!   NAPLES, Fla. (Aug. 28, 2025) – STARability Foundati...
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30 Jul
General

  STARability partners with Macy’s to host one-of-a-kind inclusive Summer Fashion Show

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 12, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (July 30, 2025) – More than 120 guests recently gathered for an exciting Summer Fashion Show at Macy’s Coastland Center in...
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23 Jul
General

STARability hosts Volunteer Appreciation event to celebrate the impact of giving back

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 12, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (July 23, 2025) – STARability Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of people with intellec...
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18 Jul
General

Three distinguished community leaders join STARability’s Board of Directors

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 12, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (July 18, 2025) – STARability Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directo...
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16 Jul
General

STARability Foundation to host 8th Annual STAR Gala on Feb. 7, 2026

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 12, 2025
Event to be chaired by philanthropic trio of sisters Jenny Haire, Barbie Kellam and Morgan Rodgers NAPLES, Fla. (July 16, 2025) – STAR...
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03 Jun
General, News

STARability Foundation selects Connor+Gaskins as builder for first-of-its-kind innovative and inclusive new campus

Posted by Ashley Nevar
June 3, 2025
NAPLES, FL (June 3, 2025) – STARability Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and de...
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02 Jun
General, STAR Award

STARability Foundation presents STAR Award to Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza

Posted by Ashley Nevar
August 11, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (June 2, 2025) – STARability Foundation is excited to announce it recently presented a STAR Award to Mister O1 Extraordina...
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25 Apr
STAR Success Stories

STAR Success Story – Dylan G.

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 25, 2025
Dylan G. has faced significant challenges throughout his young life. When he first joined STARability at the age of 16, he struggled wi...
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11 Apr
Awareness

STARability Foundation celebrates World Autism Acceptance Month with a focus on inclusion, connection and empowerment

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (April 10, 2025) – April is World Autism Acceptance Month, and STARability Foundation is inviting the community to join in...
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08 Apr
Events

STARability Foundation named beneficiary of TwinEagles charity golf tournament on April 9

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
  STARability Foundation named beneficiary of TwinEagles charity golf tournament on April 9   NAPLES, Fla. (April 1, 2025...
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01 Apr
Community Bulletin Board

STARability Featured in Target Circle™ – Vote Today and Make a Difference!

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
April 1, 2025 – STARability is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as one of the featured nonprofits in Target Circle™! As p...
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10 Mar
STAR Studio & Artisan Gifts

STARability Foundation’s STAR Studio & Artisan Gifts launches new Spa Collection

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (March 10, 2025) – STAR Studio & Artisan Gifts, part of STARability Foundation’s Social Enterprise program, is excited...
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03 Mar
Events

Moorings Women’s Golf Association raises $35,000 to support STARability Foundation

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (March 3, 2025) – Another successful charity golf tournament held by the Moorings Women’s Golf Association (MWGA) of the M...
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01 Mar
Awareness, General

National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Posted by Allie Perez
April 24, 2025
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: STARability creates pathways to independence Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month ...
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07 Feb
Events

STARability raises over $3.2 million at 7th Annual STAR Gala

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 11, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2025) – STARability Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of people with intellectu...
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31 Jan
General

STARability Voted 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by TSG Naples

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation was voted The Scout Guide Naples’ 2025 Nonprofit of the Year. As the recipient of this award, STARability will r...
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20 Dec
General

Zee Anna Photography offers holiday sessions for STARability Foundation’s families

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 24, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2024) – STARability Foundation is excited and honored to have been selected by Zee Anna Photography as this year...
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18 Dec
General

Newman Art Gallery presents weeklong exhibition showcasing artwork by STAR Artists

Posted by Ashley Nevar
April 1, 2025
NAPLES, Fla. (Feb. 26, 2025) – STARability Foundation’s STAR Studio & Artisan Gifts is proud to partner with Newman Art Gallery to ...
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07 Nov
General, STARability Home Collection

STARability Launches New Upscale Home Collection Store

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of its Home Collection, a new upscale resale store located at 470 9th Street ...
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General

STARability Launches New Initiative During NDEAM

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation is honoring National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) by launching a new training opportunity for i...
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