GEC News

Recently it was brought to our attention that some of the younger children here at GEC were in desperate need of beds. They had been sharing beds with older siblings and had no place of their own to lay their heads and get a restful night’s sleep.  Thanks to Pat...

Recently one of our long-time volunteers, Michael Phelps, introduced us to the newly reformed Audubon Cares organization, a community outreach division of the Audubon Country Club community in Naples. The members of this generous organization were so moved by the work...

For the first time in two years The League Club was able to host an event that was emotional and rewarding. Twenty-seven grants were awarded to area nonprofits in Collier and Lee Counties this month by The League Club of Naples, Florida.  These grants will address...

Undaunted by the Pandemic and lack of WIFI, Director Mary Asta, was determined to continue to provide educational opportunities for our students. By following proper social distancing protocols, with nine selfless certified teachers, she was able to open school for...

NCEF Shining Star "As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands - one for helping yourself, the other for helping others." - Audrey Hepburn AJ teaching music to students at Gargiulo Education Center AJ Rodriguez started with the NCEF-funded Gargiulo...

More than 60 migrant children from North Naples are getting a very unusual, creative education in the face of the novel coronavirus spread. They began classes this week under tents and in the shade of the roof overhangs of the Gargiulo Education Center. It’s an...

This video was a GEC JR COMMITTEE PROJECT led by Rosie Occonor to accompany the heart warming song written and sang by musician friend Andy Hopping. This debuted at our 2020 gala; "A Table at LeCirque Seaside". Click HERE to access the video.

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