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    Thanksgiving Party

    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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    STAR Gala

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

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    An annual family and dog-friendly fundraiser promoting inclusivity for all abilities while raising funds and awareness.

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    From a free Family Forum to our annual 5K, we have something for everyone. Support our STARs through upcoming events.

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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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19 Sep
General

Employer Spotlight: Paradise Coast Sports Complex

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation is like a matchmaker for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and employers who believe in an...
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17 Aug
General

Supporting STARability Through Employer Matching Gift Programs

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
Do you want your gift to help participants of STARability Foundation to go even further? Ask your employer if they have a matching gift...
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11 Aug
General, News

Employer Spotlight: Stofft Cooney Architects

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation is like a matchmaker for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and employers who believe in an...
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06 Aug
General

Gestures of Generosity: Collier Community Foundation

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
Since 1985, Collier Community Foundation (CCF) has been instrumental in supporting organizations and nonprofits in our community that m...
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26 Jul
Awareness

Americans with Disabilities Act Day

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
July 26, 2021
July 26 is observed as The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Day. The ADA, enacted in 1990, reaffirmed our nation’s commitment to e...
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14 Jul
Awareness

Disability Awareness Day

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
July 14, 2021
Disability Awareness Day on July 14 is the world's largest not-for-profit, voluntary-led observance that celebrates diversity and the c...
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08 Jul
General

Large-scale Advertising Opportunity at Coastland Center Mall

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
The STARability Foundation recently unveiled two major advertising projects at the local mall, Coastland Center. After Trailblazer Acad...
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18 May
Community Bulletin Board, General

FLC Makes STARability ‘Mission of the Month’

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
Thank you to Faith Lutheran Church of Naples for making the STARability Foundation your April "Mission of the Month"! Faith Lutheran s...
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16 May
News, Social Enterprises

Participants in STAR Studio Get The Flamingo

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
May 16, 2021
Our STAR*Made Studio, located within our STAR Store, has been awarded Naples Florida Weekly's 2021 The Flamingo award for Best Candlema...
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07 May
News

STARability Earns Platinum Seal from GuideStar

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
May 7, 2021
We are proud to announce that the STARability Foundation has received the Platinum Seal of Transparency from nonprofit information sour...
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04 May
Events, THRIVEability Garden

STARability Celebrates Arbor Day at New Community Garden

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
May 4, 2021
The STARability Foundation and River Park Community Center celebrated Arbor Day on April 30 by showcasing a joint project called THRIVE...
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01 May
Awareness

National Mobility Awareness Month

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
May 1, 2021
0
National Mobility Awareness Month is observed during the month of May. National Mobility Awareness Month encourages people with disabil...
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14 Apr
Community Bulletin Board

Give Back in May at Winn-Dixie

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 14, 2021
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We’re excited to share that the STARability Foundation has been selected to be a part of the Community Bag Program! This program is des...
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05 Apr
General

A Passionate Sponsor: Premiere Systems

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
Premiere Systems is a technology integration company for commercial and luxury residential builds in Chicago and Florida. We master the...
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06 Mar
Events

STARability’s First-Ever Virtual Gala Raises $1.2 Million

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
March 6, 2021
Each February, STARability hosts the annual STAR Gala to raise funds for critical programs that focus on job placement, creative expres...
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06 Feb
Events

Meet Our Patrons Dining for the STARs

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
February 6, 2021
Chuck and Allison Rainey Chuck and Allison Rainey have lived in Naples since the early 1990s and have two boys, Conner, 19, and Caleb,...
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05 Jan
News

2020, The Year of Resilience!

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
January 5, 2021
If one word defined 2020 for our STAR participants, it was resilience. The pandemic didn't stop them from adapting and moving forward. ...
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03 Dec
Community Bulletin Board

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
December 3, 2020
Today, Dec. 3, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day promotes the full and equal participation of persons with di...
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01 Dec
Community Bulletin Board

Together, We Shine for Our STARs on #GivingTuesday

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
December 1, 2020
Together, we give for our STARs on Tuesday, Dec. 1 for #GivingTuesday! GivingTuesday is the one day during the busy holiday season peop...
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20 Nov
General

STARability Case Study by Blue Fox Accounting

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
STARability Foundation is proud to partner with Blue Fox, our virtual accounting team! Blue Fox’s decades of experience in nonprofit fi...
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15 Nov
General

Laura Georgelos Recognized as Distinguished Volunteer by AFP

Posted by Rachael D'Eramo
April 24, 2025
0
Congratulations to STARability board member and parent Laura Georgelos for being recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professio...
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