The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva, in partnership with the Zonta Foundation of Southwest Florida, has officially awarded $87,000 in grants to 14 local nonprofit organizations. These funds are designated for programs that empower women and girls across the region, reinforcing the community-driven spirit of Southwest Florida.
Empowering Women and Girls Through the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva
The 2026 grant recipients represent a diverse group of organizations dedicated to essential services such as education, vocational training, and affordable housing. Kathleen Skubikowski, Co-chair of the Grants Committee, noted that the club is pleased to recognize the “amazing work” being done by these organizations to promote the welfare of women and girls.
The 2026 grant recipients include:
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Abuse Counseling and Treatment (ACT) & After the Rain of Southwest Florida
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Community Housing & Resources (CHR) & Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build
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F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva & Sanibel Sea School
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Pace Center for Girls & Dress for Success
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Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida
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Dr. Piper Center for Social Services
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Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida
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Premier Mobile Health Services
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Women Veteran Warriors
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Healing Stitches’ “Know Your Rights” project
A Shared Vision for the Sanibel and Captiva Community
The funded projects focus on the foundational pillars of independence: training, education, and safe, affordable housing. By addressing these critical factors, the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva helps ensure that women have the necessary resources to create fulfilling lives and exercise their rights as individuals.
Co-chair Joanne Marriott emphasized that the goal of these grants is to support impactful initiatives that “create lasting change and a brighter future for those who need it most.”
For more information regarding the club’s advocacy and service projects, please visit zontasancap.org.
