Investing in Our Future Workforce
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While many high school students take a break from the daily routine of schoolwork during the summer, many Immokalee Foundation scholars use these months to develop professional skills and gain on-the-job experience by working a paid internship aligned with their future career path.
The Immokalee Foundation’s Internship Program is a handson opportunity for students whose sights are set on a postsecondary education leading to high-demand jobs in Southwest Florida. In fact, 100% of the high school students we support complete an internship in their field of study before graduation.
Interns gain real-world experience. Businesses gain a fresh perspective, additional staffing, and the knowledge that they positively contribute to our future workforce.
Host an Immokalee Foundation intern at your place of business.
The Immokalee Foundation supports students well beyond high school graduation, including scholarships for advanced certifications and college degrees. Thanks to our dedicated education partners and the commitment and generosity of our supporters, our Scholarship Program turns educational dreams into professional realities.
One hundred percent of the students completing our program receive an appropriate postsecondary scholarship for their career of choice.
For example, through the Foundation’s partnership with Take Stock in Children, low-income, academically qualified students receive a Florida Prepaid Tuition scholarship with guaranteed tuition coverage.
With the financial support of organizations and business leaders, our students achieve remarkable success, with 95% earning an advanced postsecondary certification or degree.
Help remove financial barriers for students working toward a brighter future.
Join Us in Building Southwest Florida’s Future Workforce
CAREER PANELS AND FIELD TRIPS
Student field trips and career panels provide invaluable opportunities for growth, inspiration and connection. The exchange of ideas during these dynamic presentations and networking sessions is unparalleled. Our students are eager and engaged participants, always ready to absorb your wisdom, knowledge, and insight.
By dedicating your time, you play a crucial role in empowering our students in the Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Education & Human Services, Engineering & Construction Management, and Healthcare Pathways.
You have the potential to inspire the next generation of professionals, and who knows—one day, a student you impact may become a part of your own team!
Partner with us to host a career panel or welcome students for a field trip at your place of business.
CEO LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
One of our most highly anticipated annual events places the spotlight directly on our region’s business leaders. At our CEO Leadership Summit, the leaders of today inspire the leaders of tomorrow.
Local Executives and CEOs share their stories and career paths with graduating seniors from The Immokalee Foundation to show them, through hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
As the CEO Leadership Summit is open to the public, it has grown into one of the most compelling professional development and networking events in Southwest Florida.
Show your support among Southwest Florida’s business community by sponsoring the CEO Leadership Summit.
WHAT’S YOUR PITCH? — A SHOWCASE OF STUDENT INNOVATORS
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Helping Immokalee’s students along the Pathway to Success takes more than innovative programs and life-changing activities; it takes a business community that understands the importance of our mission and supporting the workforce needs of a growing Southwest Florida.
As an Immokalee Foundation Sponsor, you can align your brand with ours—one of the most respected in the local nonprofit community.
Our signature events and fundraisers get your message in front of some of the most influential people in Southwest Florida, all while helping a group of deserving young people achieve a level of success they never dreamed possible.
Inspired by TV’s wildly popular “Shark Tank,” “What’s Your Pitch? — A Showcase of Student Innovators” is an annual competition that challenges students to pitch their business start-up ideas to a panel of local business leaders and entrepreneurs.
The event concludes our four-week Business Management & Entrepreneurship Pathway educational summer camp at Florida Gulf Coast University.
Students spend 80 hours working to identify a problem or opportunity, create an innovative solution, and develop a sustainable business model for their concept.
Attend What’s Your Pitch on Thursday, July 2nd at FGCU where the next generation of entrepreneurs take center stage.
Through their Career Pathways out-of-school program, The Immokalee Foundation is creating a much-needed pipeline of dedicated professional talent. We are honored to have sponsored a wide range of educational activities for their Healthcare Pathway students this year. As a community, it’s our shared obligation to support their ongoing, profound impact on workforce development in Southwest Florida.”
Scott Lowe Market CEO Physicians Regional
Healthcare System
“As a mentor, I committed myself to be respectful, non-judgmental, a positive role model, and a consistent listener. Our relationship is based on trust. I had a wonderful adolescence because there were mentors who provided guidance and support. Being a Foundation mentor has given so much joy and meaning to my life. I feel I have used my strengths to make a difference!”
Lirio K. Negroni
Since 1991, The Immokalee Foundation has empowered Immokalee’s best and brightest young people to change the course of their lives by equipping them with the education and resources that lead to career success and financial independence.
In support of these deserving young people, over 100 volunteer mentors meet with their high school mentees at least twice a month for 30 minutes or more—virtually and/or in person. As a mentor, your time, attention and vast experience become a powerful tool, guiding your mentee to expand their worldview as they continue their academic journey.
Best of all, mentees and mentors grow together, fostering deep, meaningful relationships that can last a lifetime.
