Collier Community Foundation Inc
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
92% goes to programs $2 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Collier Community Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Naples, Florida, registered in 1985, with $101,669,117 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 92% of spending to programs.
1110 Pine Ridge Rd Ste 200, Naples, FL, 34108 EIN 59-2396243 Since 1985
Revenue (FY2024)
$101.7M
▲ 69.6% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$34.0M
Net assets
$341.0M
Employees
18
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating92% to programs · $2 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Collier Community Foundation Inc: 92% to programs · $2 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating120 mo reserves · +67% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Collier Community Foundation Inc: 120 mo reserves · +67% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Collier Community Foundation Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Collier Community Foundation Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Working with donors, we inspire ideas, ignite action, and mobilize resources to address community needs in collier county.
What they do
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Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $17.4M (FY2013) to $101.7M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $8.1MNet assets $341.0M
Operating margin
66.6%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$349.2M
Total liabilities
$8.1M
Net assets
$341.0M
Salaries & benefits
$2.4M
7% of expenses
Board members
16
16 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $101,669,117▲69.6% | $33,997,342▼7.9% | $341,043,645▲23.8% | $349,178,213▲21.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $59,934,736▲14.8% | $36,905,975▼44.2% | $275,508,102▲17.7% | $287,500,292▲15.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $52,218,014▲29.9% | $66,091,151▲91.5% | $233,982,947▲39.5% | $249,162,409▲3.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $40,193,772▲15.9% | $34,505,569▲17.4% | $167,777,759▼13.6% | $241,485,292▼13.5% | 990 |
| 2020 | $34,669,159▼28.5% | $29,389,908▲3.2% | $194,292,785▲26.0% | $279,051,074▲28.0% | 990 |
| 2019 | $48,461,607▲7.2% | $28,465,221▲80.1% | $154,181,087▲12.3% | $218,053,316▲9.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $45,193,964▲53.8% | $15,806,129▼10.4% | $137,260,031▲22.5% | $199,975,672▲18.7% | 990 |
| 2017 | $29,378,739▲40.3% | $17,641,190▲89.3% | $112,068,825▲11.9% | $168,464,393▲10.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $20,944,279▲24.8% | $9,320,322▼20.7% | $100,158,330▲23.7% | $152,408,257▲24.4% | 990 |
| 2015 | $16,786,328▼16.2% | $11,755,139▲14.9% | $80,941,408▲1.4% | $122,503,829▲14.7% | 990 |
| 2014 | $20,025,912▲15.2% | $10,234,726▲15.9% | $79,827,587▲9.9% | $106,802,614▲37.6% | 990 |
| 2013 | $17,384,342 | $8,828,395▼21.9% | $72,618,490▲19.6% | $77,630,146▲21.0% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $11,309,520▲47.0% | $60,722,683▲1.5% | $64,157,718▲1.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $7,691,683▲6.7% | $59,842,096▼3.8% | $63,470,740▼3.3% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $7,211,957▲4.2% | $62,188,795▲11.7% | $65,661,306▲12.4% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $6,923,330 | $55,652,853 | $58,406,257 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Eileen Connolly-keesler — $336,467 (0.99% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eileen Connolly-keesler | President & Ceo | 40 | $336,467 |
| Wendy Ponting | Cfo | 40 | $180,848 |
| Julie Howe Van Tongeren | Vp of Development | 40 | $136,588 |
| Lindsey Touchette | Vp Community Engagement | 40 | $132,569 |
| Laura Simmelink | Vp of Grantmaking | 40 | $132,416 |
| Cynthia Withorn | Senior Director of Marketing and Pr | 40 | $105,660 |
| Meredith Doupe Nassif | Director of Philanthropic Services | 40 | $104,816 |
| Betty Frank | Director | 1 | — |
| Bill Barker | Director | 1 | — |
| Bob Mathers | Director | 1 | — |
| Brad Galbraith | Chair | 1 | — |
| Dennis Brown | Director | 1 | — |
| Giselle Wagner | Director | 1 | — |
| Jack Whitaker | Director | 1 | — |
| Jeff Diermeier | Chair-elect | 1 | — |
| Jennifer Tenney | Director | 1 | — |
| Judy Jorgensen | Director | 1 | — |
| Kathy Ludwig | Director | 1 | — |
| Marcie Charles | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Ray Guerin | Director | 1 | — |
Grants received · $21.8M total
150 grants to Collier Community Foundation Inc totaling $21.8M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Bar Foundation Inc | Lap - 2025 iota funding | 2024 | $1,461,868 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | Donor advised, public affairs/society benefit | 2024 | $164,134 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $102,700 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $102,700 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $95,283 |
| The Community Foundation Inc | General purposes | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $19,750 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2024 | $12,500 |
| Community Foundation For Greater Buffalo Inc | Charitable support. any restrictions have been communicated to the grantee. | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Community & human services | 2024 | $6,600 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General support for programs, operations and other charitable purposes | 2023 | $1,795,418 |
| The Bessemer Giving Fund | Scholarship fund | 2023 | $1,277,952 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Public, societal benefit | 2023 | $590,500 |
| Florida Bar Foundation Inc | Lap | 2023 | $478,937 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $407,255 |
Grants made · $24.3M in FY2024
292 grants totaling $24.3M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Collier Community Foundation Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fund For Charitable Giving | Public, societal benefit | $1,997,117 |
| Collier County Community Land Trust Inc | Human services | $1,950,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Public, societal benefit | $1,046,247 |
| Naples Community Hospital Inc | Health | $873,243 |
| Habitat For Humanity of Collier County Inc | Human services | $830,044 |
| Naples Zoo Inc | Environment & animals | $751,500 |
| Communities of Everglades Disaster Recovery | Human services | $732,003 |
| St Matthews House Inc | Human services | $667,791 |
| The Immokalee Foundation Inc | Education | $529,101 |
| Nch Healthcare Systems Inc | Health | $500,000 |
| Baker Senior Center Naples Inc | Human services | $458,000 |
| Grace Place For Children and Families Inc | Education | $453,224 |
| Marco Island Historical Society Inc | Arts, culture, & humanities | $416,055 |
| Guadalupe Center Inc | Education | $355,101 |
| The Housing Alliance Inc | Housing affordability | $275,750 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Collier Community Foundation Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Collier Community Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 59-2396243, based in Naples, Florida. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Collier Community Foundation Inc's EIN?
- Collier Community Foundation Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 59-2396243.
- How much revenue does Collier Community Foundation Inc report?
- Collier Community Foundation Inc reported $101,669,117 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Collier Community Foundation Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Collier Community Foundation Inc spends about 92% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Collier Community Foundation Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Collier Community Foundation Inc A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Collier Community Foundation Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Collier Community Foundation Inc's latest Form 990 is $336,467, paid to Eileen Connolly-keesler (President & Ceo).
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Data for Collier Community Foundation Inc (EIN 59-2396243) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.