Naples, Florida - The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce forms alliances with key organizations in order to strengthen its mission to make Collier County a better place to live and work, The Chamber Alliance works as a group toward improvement of the social, professional, civic, cultural, and educational climate of Collier County.

Members of The Chamber Alliance include, among others:

Alzheimer's Support Network
info@AlzSupportNetwork.org
The Alzheimer’s Support Network is a local, not-for-profit organization that supports families going through the ordeal of a progressive dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease by offering education, information and support for caregivers and families as well as programs for those in the early stages of dementia. There is no fee for any of the many services offered.

American Business Women’s Association – Neapolitan Chapter
To bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.

American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.

American Red Cross -Collier County Chapter
www.colliercountyredcross.org
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Avow Hospice
www.avowhospice.org
Avow Hospice is a community-focused, not-for-profit hospice, serving its friends, families and neighbors living in Collier County, Florida since 1983. Avow provides specialized end-of-life care to those living with a life-threatening illness and offers support to those who are caring for them. Our interdisciplinary care team provides medical care, pain management and complementary therapies. Avow Hospice cares for patients wherever they live.

In addition, Avow Hospice has the only hospice house in Collier County (for in-patient acute care and respite). Avow also offers grief and bereavement support to the families and friends of our patients as well as anyone in the community who has experienced a loss. Avow Hospice is a non-profit organization that relies on community donations to help fund patient care and programs for our community.

Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce
www.BonitaSpringsChamber.com

The Care Club of Collier County
www.colliercareclub.org
Our Mission is to provide quality adult day services for people in our community with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, affording respite for caregivers regardless of their ability to pay.

Career and Services Center of Southwest Florida-Naples
hkreller.awi@sfwdb.org
Opportunities for every business and individual customer will be addressed in a professional and timely manner.

Catholic Charities of Collier County
www.catholiccharitiescc.org
The mission of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc., is to provide direct services for, advocate in behalf of, and to convene the people of Southwest Florida. These activities shall ensure human dignity, enhance the quality of life for all persons, regardless of race, creed or color, and emulate the teaching of Jesus, who came to server rather than be served.

Character Council of Collier County, Inc.
lferenz@hodges.edu

Coalition of Immokalee Workers
Jordan@interfaithact.org
The CIW is a community-based organization of mainly Latino, Mayan Indian and Haitian immigrants working in low-wage jobs throughout the state of Florida, fighting for a fair wage for the work we do, more respect on the part of our bosses and the industries where we work, better and cheaper housing, stronger laws and stronger enforcement against those who would violate workers' rights, the right to organize on our jobs without fear of retaliation, and an end to indentured servitude in the fields.

Collier County Audubon Society
www.collieraudubon.org
Collier County Audubon Society, founded in 1961, is the oldest conservation organization in Collier County. We are an independent chapter of National Audubon Society and Audubon of Florida with over 2000 members, a volunteer board of directors, a paid staff, and many regular volunteers.Our missions are to to promote interest in, and understanding of, wildlife and the natural environment and to conserve as much of Southwest Florida's natural environment as possible.

Collier County Bar Association
lmead@colliercountybar.org
The mission of the Collier County Bar Association is to serve our members and the community, enhance the legal profession and educate the public concerning the legal profession.

Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition
www.collierhomelesscoalition.org
The Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s mission is to support the planning, delivery and coordination of services to the hungry, homeless and those at risk of homelessness in Collier County. We are a collaboration of local agencies, consumer advocates and volunteers working together to assist those in need to become self sufficient. The Coalition is committed to a prevention centered approach to homelessness, with the focus on housing stabilization.

Collier County Medical Society
www.ccmsonline.org
Helping Physicians Practice High Quality Medicine in Our Community.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida
www.conservancy.org
Our mission is protecting Southwest Florida's unique and natural environment, now and forever. We work to protect land, water, and wildlife, encourage planned growth and educate the public on Southwest Florida environment.

Council for Hispanic Business Professionals
To promote Hispanic Business and Professionals and their ongoing efforts to building a prosperous community for everyone, by working on the areas of business, entrepreneurship, education and culture.

East Naples Civic Association
www.eastnaplescivicassociation.com
The Mission of the East Naples Civic Association is to promote the development, improvement, beautification, and general welfare of East Naples. Our goal is to unify and instill civic pride in East Naples. The East Naples Civic Association provides a voice to the public and the government on local issues in East Naples. The Association provides scholarships to outstanding East Naples students

Eastern Collier Chamber of Commerce
www.easterncollierchamber.com
The mission of the Eastern Collier Chamber of Commerce is to:

Assist businesses in retaining existing business
Attracting new business into the area
Assisting in the expansion of business

Economic Development Council of Collier County (EDC)
www.eNaplesFlorida.com
Founded in 1976, the Economic Development Council of Collier County (EDC) is a private, not-for-profit corporation with a mission to diversify the economy and create high wage jobs. The EDC, through a Public/Private Partnership for Economic Diversification, created in 1997 with the Collier County Board of Commissioners has developed a 5-year strategic plan focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. The 2010-2015 Economy by Design plan includes five key strategic elements: Business Expansion & Attraction; Economic Gardening; Project Innovation; Regional Branding & Marketing; and Investor Relations. All of these elements combine to create a business-friendly environment that focuses on a strong entrepreneurial support system that will grow a world class vibrant economy.

The Education Foundation of Collier County
www.EducationForCollier.org
Since 1990, The Education Foundation of Collier County has been engaging our community and schools in pursuit of a quality education for every child. An independent not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the Foundation began with the core belief that teachers have the greatest impact on student learning.

Initiatives have evolved to support teachers and principals, and individual student success within Connect Now, a community articulated framework to support education. Charity Navigator (www.CharityNavigator.org) has awarded The Education Foundation the highest 4-star rating for sound fiscal management for two consecutive years. Visit www.EducationForCollier.org.

4-H Foundation of Collier County
http://collier.ifas.ufl.edu/4H/4HHome.shtml
4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults.

Friends of the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge
www.floridapanther.org
Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge is the official support organization of the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge. Our twofold mission is to improve the status of Florida Panthers in the wild through outreach, education & political advocacy as well as to support the Florida Panther Refuge and promote a better understanding and appreciation of the Florida Panther, the National Wildlife Refuge System and in particular, the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge.

Friends of the Library of Collier County, Inc.
www.collier-friends.org
Our mission is to support programs, resources, and services of the Collier County Public Library in southwest Florida.

Friendship Health Clinic Collier
bgamel@friendshipcenters.org
Empowering individuals, families and communities through healthy and supportive aging services, activities, education and volunteerism. We provide medical and dental services and assistance in obtaining medications to clients age 50 and older living on incomes less than 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, utilizing volunteer physicians, dentists and supportive staff.

German American Business Chamber of Florida, Inc – Southwest Chapter
www.gabc-swfl.com
The German American Business Chamber of Florida Inc., (GABC) strives to promote trade relations between US & German companies and individuals, develop programs which encourage business exchange, provide a forum for networking functions, and inform its members about relevant commercial, cultural, and academic affairs.

Golden Gate Area Civic Association
MSTUandme@yahoo.com
To achieve and maintain a safe and quality lifestyle for the Golden Gate Community.

Grace Place
www.graceplacenaples.org
Grace Place for Children and Families is a faith-based, non-profit community center teaching Literacy, Language and Life Skills to at-risk children and impoverished families in Golden Gate city.

Greater Naples Better Government Committee
kimberle921@aol.com
The Committee is established to study the community at large and review public issues. Committee members shall attend meetings and express opinions on these issues, interview and financially support or oppose candidates for public office, and communicate to our membership and the general public positions taken on these issues and candidates.

Greater Naples Leadership, Inc.
GNLoffice@GNLwebsite.org
Greater Naples Leadership's mission is to provide proven leaders with a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the issues and needs in Collier County and to encourage the use of their skills in bettering the community.

Guadalupe Center, Inc.
www.guadalupecenter.net
Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty in Immokalee by providing educational, social, and other support programs and resources. Programs include Early Childhood Education, After-School Tutoring, High School Tutor Corps, Soup Kitchen, Clothing/Showers, and special projects such as Thanksgiving in the Park, Holiday Gift Shop, and Back-to-School Shoes.

Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency
www.colliercra.com/immokalee/index.php
The Immokalee Community Development Agency (CRA) Advisory Board provides the leadership to promote the sound development and redevelopment of the CRA by focusing financial resources to improve infrastructure, appearance, architecture, landscaping and design, and provide economic stability and safety.

Interfaith Action of SW FL
Jordan@interfaithact.org
Interfaith Action partners people of faith together with the Coalition of Immokalee Workers to improve wages and working conditions -- including an end to modern-day slavery -- in Florida's tomato fields.

League of Women Voters of Collier County
www.lwvcolliercounty.org
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce
www.marcoislandchamber.org
The mission of the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote a healthy business and tourism climate in order to protect the quality of life in the community.

Marco Island Area Association of Realtors®
www.marcorealtor.com
The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors® will make available products and services which will enable the member/customer to achieve his or her personal and professional objectives through modern information systems and professional development in a business environment governed by the Realtors® Code of Ethics.

NAACP – Collier County Branch #5117
www.colliercountynaacp.com
The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the Political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination.

NABOR
www.nabor.com
The Naples Area Board of REALTORS® and Association of Real Estate Professionals (NABOR) is a local branch of the Florida Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®. Formed in 1949, NABOR has served the community for 60 years through its professionalism and adherence to a strict code of ethics. With more than 5,000 members, NABOR is the largest trade association in the Collier/Lee County Areas.

Naples Press Club
www.naplespressclub.org
The mission of the Naples Press Club is to share information, encourage quality journalism, provide scholarships, grants and assistance to local high school and college students, create a network of contacts and resources for our members, and enrich our community.

National Alliance on Mental Illness of Collier County (NAMI)
collierAMI@aol.com
To improve the quality of life of the 1 in 4 families effected by serious and persistent mental illness through education, support and advocacy

Neighborhood Health Clinic
www.neighborhoodhealthclinic.org
To deliver quality medical care to the low-income working but uninsured Collier County adults using volunteer professional staff.

Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida (PAFSI)
www.pafsi.org
The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida, Inc. (PASFI) provides services and programs that help improve quality of life for those with Parkinson disease and their care partners right here in Southwest Florida. Those programs and services include: exercise classes offered at various locations, speech and swallowing therapy, support groups, art therapy, dance classes, education programs and seminars, respite day care and spiritual nurse. Most programs are offered free to participants. The organization is able to provide the programs and services as a result of donations from members, the community and from grants and fundraisers.

Pelican Bay Foundation
www.pelicanbay.org
Pelican Bay Foundation’s mission is “To Consistently Provide a Quality Customer Experience.”

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
www.rookerybay.org
To provide a basis for informed coastal decisions through stewardship, research and education.

SCORE Naples
www.scorenaples.org
Strengthen small business, strengthen local communities and strengthen America by supporting our proud heritage of entrepreneurs seeking opportunities and building success.

Senior Friendship Centers
www.friendshipcenters.org/index.cfm
Empowering individuals, families and communities through healthy and supportive aging services, activities, education and volunteerism.

Southeastern Network of Youth and Family Services
www.senetwork.org
Strengthening Organizations as They Strengthen Youth, Families and Communities.

Shelter for Abused Women & Children
www.naplesshelter.org
Leading the community to prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence through advocacy, empowerment and social change.The Shelter provides life-transforming programs and services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, including their pets, through offices in Naples and Immokalee, and outreach in Bonita Springs. Confidential 24-hour crisis line: 239.775.1101.

United Arts Council of Collier County
www.collierarts.com
The United Arts Council of Collier County’s Mission is: Enriching lives and strengthening the community through the power of the arts.

US Small Business Administration – South Florida District Office
www.sba.gov/fl/south

The von Liebig Art Center
www.naplesart.org
Founded in 1954 as a non-profit visual arts organization, the Naples Art Association’s mission is to promote and advance education, interest and participation in the contemporary visual arts. At the von Liebig Art Center, the NAA carries out this mission by providing the Southwest Florida community with exhibitions and educational programs in the visual arts.

Youth Haven
www.youthhaven.net
Youth Haven is Collier County’s only emergency shelter for severely traumatized abused, abandoned, and neglected children as well as the sole provider of an array of successful home and community-based parenting education, child abuse and homelessness prevention, crisis intervention, and family support programs.

On-site behavioral counseling is also provided to all children in residence and children and families in the community on an outpatient basis in need of psychological and psychiatric care through the organization’s Children & Family Counseling Center. Youth Haven provides services to more than 1,600 children and family members annually, is a COA nationally accredited organization, and has been in continuous operation since 1972.

Please click here to view a PDF of the Chamber Alliance Directory.

Meeting quarterly these organizations collectively seek the advancement of economic vitality and quality of life in Collier County, and therefore play a vital role in our community.