Literacy Collier

09/04/2026

Wishing You a Happy Labor Day Weekend! ❤️

As we head into Labor Day weekend, we’re celebrating the people who bring their time, talents, and dedication to workplaces throughout our community.

Through Workplace Literacy, we’re proud to support local employees with English-language learning designed for the workplace.

We hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend! 💙💚

Please note: Literacy Collier will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen Tuesday, September 8.

09/02/2026

Celebrating more than 8 years of service! 💙💚

We’re grateful for Shirley English and the time, knowledge, and dedication she has shared with Literacy Collier and our students. From helping develop our Citizenship curriculum to supporting ESOL and Workplace Literacy learners, her impact will continue to be felt for years to come. 📚

Thank you, Shirley, for all you’ve done for our students and our community! 💙

Inspired to make a difference, too? Join our amazing team of volunteers and help create opportunities through literacy.

👉 Become a volunteer: literacycollier.org/volunteer

08/17/2026

✨ Something inspiring is blooming this December!

Literacy Collier’s Inspiring Futures Celebration is coming to Naples Botanical Garden on December 3. 🌿📚

And with only 125 seats available, you’ll want to watch for our ticket announcement!

🎟️ Tickets go on sale THIS WEEK
✨ Sponsorship opportunities are available now, email [email protected]
📅 Thursday, December 3 | 5–9 PM
📍 Naples Botanical Garden

Save the date, tag someone you’d love to bring, and stay tuned! 💙💚

08/13/2026

We have a new reason to love Thursdays! 🐟💚

Every Thursday through December 31, Lake Park Diner is donating $1 to Literacy Collier for every order of Adam’s Famous Fish & Chips, and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group is matching it!

And while you’re there… look at that Book Worm Shake!! 📚🐛🥤 Perfect timing for back-to-school and obviously we’re a little obsessed. 😂

Stop by Lake Park Diner this Thursday, enjoy some Fish & Chips, and support Literacy Collier while you’re at it! 💚

Thank you Lake Park Diner and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group for supporting Literacy Collier and our programs! 📚

08/13/2026

Please join us in welcoming Mary Stapleton to the Literacy Collier Board of Directors!

A Realtor with John R. Wood Properties, Mary brings a remarkable background in leadership, entrepreneurship, and service. From an accomplished career in the fashion industry to more than 17 years as a top-performing real estate professional, she has built her career around strong relationships, communication, and helping others.

Mary is also a lifelong believer in the power of education. Her commitment to creating opportunities for others makes her a wonderful addition to our Board and to Literacy Collier's mission.

We are excited to have you with us, Mary! 💙

08/13/2026

We have a new reason to love Thursdays! 🐟💚

Every Thursday through December 31, Lake Park Diner is donating $1 to Literacy Collier for every order of Adam’s Famous Fish & Chips, and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group is matching it!

And while you’re there… look at that Book Worm Shake!! 📚🐛🥤 Perfect timing for back-to-school and obviously we’re a little obsessed. 😂

Stop by **Lake Park Diner** this Thursday, enjoy some Fish & Chips, and support Literacy Collier while you’re at it! 💚

Thank you Lake Park Diner and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group for supporting Literacy Collier and our programs! 📚

08/12/2026

Please join us in welcoming Scott Lien to the Literacy Collier Board of Directors!

Scott brings more than 20 years of leadership and professional development experience in the golf industry and currently serves as Director of Golf at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.

More importantly, Scott is no stranger to Literacy Collier. He has been an enthusiastic supporter of our organization for many years and shares a genuine passion for our mission and the community we serve.

We are grateful to have his experience, leadership, and commitment joining our Board as we continue expanding opportunities through literacy.

Welcome to the Board, Scott! 💙

08/11/2026

A special moment from Women in Business Night! 💙⚽

We were so grateful to receive a generous donation from FC Naples in support of Literacy Collier and the work we do throughout our community.

A big thank you to FC Naples for supporting our mission, and to our Board Chair, Mary Colina-Fowler, for hosting such a wonderful evening and bringing so many incredible women in our community together.

We’re lucky to be surrounded by community partners who believe in the power of literacy. 💙

08/10/2026

Literacy Collier is proud to announce our 2026 Board leadership!

Mary Colina-Fowler, founder and managing attorney of Colina Law, LLC, will serve as Chair of the Literacy Collier Board of Directors. A former Collier County mathematics teacher, Mary brings a deep commitment to education, community service, and creating opportunities through learning.

Joining her in leadership is Andrew Moore, Esq., partner at Cipriani & Werner, who will serve as Vice Chair. Andrew has been a valued member of our Board since 2025 and has also volunteered as an instructor with both our Children and Parents Reading Together and Workplace Literacy programs.

We are grateful for their leadership and dedication as Literacy Collier continues helping children, families, and adults gain the literacy skills they need to learn, connect, and thrive.

Please join us in congratulating Mary and Andrew! 💙

08/05/2026

Congratulations, Mary! We're so grateful to have your leadership, heart, and dedication guiding Literacy Collier into this exciting new chapter. Here's to making an even greater impact together! 📚💙

I am honored to begin serving as Chair of the Board of Directors for Literacy Collier.

This organization’s mission—to empower children, families, and adults through literacy—is one that deeply resonates with me. I look forward to partnering with our outstanding board, staff, volunteers, donors, and community leaders as we continue expanding opportunities for learning and success throughout our community.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Literacy Collier’s mission. Together, we can help children, families, and adults gain the literacy skills they need to learn, connect, and thrive.

I am grateful for the opportunity to serve.