New Year. New You. New Ways to Give Back.
If getting more involved in your community is on your 2026 resolution list, this is your moment. Mark your calendar for the Volunteer Expo on Wednesday, January 28, and discover meaningful ways to make an impact close to home.
Presented by the Charitable Foundation of the Islands (CFI) and powered by the Pfeifer Realty Group, the Volunteer Expo offers community members interested in contributing their talents the opportunity to connect with more than 50 Sanibel and Captiva nonprofit organizations and community groups. The Expo will take place from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. at the Sanibel Community House.
Throughout the afternoon, attendees can explore volunteer opportunities during nonprofit tabling, and from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m., join the grants and awards presentation, during which $8,000 in grants will be distributed to local organizations.
Why Attend
• Meet and connect with more than 50 local nonprofits and community groups
• Learn about meaningful ways to get involved on Sanibel and Captiva
• Take part in awarding $8,000 in grants supporting local organizations
• Celebrate the impact of volunteers and nonprofit partners in our community
Register today to secure your spot and be eligible to vote on which organizations receive mini-grants—$8,000 will be awarded that evening.
Who is it for?
New and Seasoned Volunteers
How many organizations will be there?
Over 50 organizations will be in attendance including community groups, churches, nonprofits, and service clubs.
What to Expect?
Tabling Organizations • Cash Bar • Swag Bags for first 250 Attendees • Voting Opportunities for Mini Grant Distribution
We are thrilled to host over 50 community groups and organizations to help our community get inspired and engaged to give back.
Presenting Sponsor
From left: Savannah Kelly, CFI Director of Community Engagement; Lisa Riordan, CFI Board Chair; Dolly Farrell, CFI Executive Director; Eric Pfeifer, Broker at Pfeifer Realty Group and CFI Board Member; Marvell Bradley, Pfeifer Realty Group Agent and CFI Leadership Alum, Class of 2024; Mary Ellen Pfeifer, Marketing Director, Pfeifer Realty Group; Allison Goss, Pfeifer Realty Group; and Savannah Smith, Marketing Manager, Pfeifer Realty Group.
Sponsor Spotlight
Thank you to Lake Michigan Credit Union for serving as our Nonprofit Grant Sponsor. We’re grateful for their generous support and partnership.
Register for the Volunteer Expo
About the Charitable Foundation of the Islands
Our vision
To ensure a vibrant, healthy community where every Sanibel and Captiva resident and employee of Island businesses enjoy a beautiful and productive quality of life.
Our mission
As a public grant-making charity, CFI inspires philanthropy, leadership and collaboration for the vitality of the Island community