Bringing Purpose-Driven Fun and Community Impact to Southwest Florida
Following the success of its inaugural season, SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc. is excited to announce the return of its Wine & Women Summer Series, an engaging monthly event designed to bring like-minded women together for a meaningful cause. The series supports local restaurants and boutique wineries during the slow summer months, all while advancing the mission of improving pediatric healthcare in Southwest Florida.
Led this year by co-chairs Heather Woods and Taylor Woods of California Closets, the Wine & Women series offers attendees the opportunity to sip curated selections from boutique California wineries, connect with other dynamic women, and learn more about the impactful work of SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc.—including its signature event, the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest.
Events will be held monthly through September, providing an intimate, fun-filled setting for networking and philanthropy.
New This Year: Impact Membership
The 2025 series introduces the Wine & Women Impact Membership, which includes:
- Tickets and preferred seating at all Wine & Women events
- Exclusive discounts on wines
- Entry into a drawing for a custom-designed piece of jewelry by Mark Loren
- Additional VIP perks
A portion of the $1,000 annual membership fee directly benefits Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, further advancing pediatric healthcare initiatives in the region.
Sip. Connect. Make an Impact.
The Wine & Women Summer Series infuses the spirit of the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest into a relaxed, monthly format. With a focus on engaging a new generation of young professionals, the series offers purpose-driven fun while raising awareness for critical children’s health initiatives.
To learn more, view event dates, or register, visit www.SWFLWineFest.org/wine-women-summer-series.
About SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc.
SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc. is a Southwest Florida-based nonprofit committed to saving children’s lives by supporting the region’s expanding pediatric healthcare system. Over the past 16 years, the organization has donated more than $31 million to support children’s health initiatives including pediatric oncology, mental and behavioral health, pediatric neurosurgery, and more.
Save the Date: 2026 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Now in its 17th year, the 2026 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest will take place on February 27–28, 2026. The event will feature exclusive Chef Vintner Dinners hosted in luxurious private venues across the region, followed by the Grand Tasting and Live Auction at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa. Guests will enjoy world-class cuisine crafted by celebrated chefs and paired with wines from some of the country’s most prestigious vintners.
