• Sponsorships still available for Community Cooperative’s 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: ‘Mad About Hunger’ fundraising event

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    Sponsorships still available for Community Cooperative’s 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: ‘Mad About Hunger’ fundraising event

    FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 23, 2025) – Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with Community Cooperative to help end hunger. Sponsorships are still available for their annual fall fundraiser, Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger, on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

    Over 300 guests will venture down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable evening filled with whimsical cocktails, a topsy-turvy tea party and treats, an imaginative silent auction and one mad party!

    Presented by FineMark National Bank & Trust, the event plays a vital role in supporting Community Cooperative’s mission to end hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida, and additional sponsorship opportunities are still available, including Wonderland Memories Sponsor ($10,000); Mad Tea Party VIP Lounge Sponsor ($8,000); Royal Garden Decor Sponsor ($6,000); Mad Hatter Signature Drink Sponsor ($5,000); Queen of Hearts Entertainment Sponsor ($5,000); White Rabbit Valet Sponsor ($3,500); Cheshire Cat Auction Sponsor ($2,500); and Friends of Alice Sponsor ($1,500).

    “Thanks to the support of our valued sponsors, this event is a fun and uplifting way to support those who are struggling with food insecurity in our area,” said Stefanie Ink Edwards, CEO of Community Cooperative. “With the help of our community supporters and partners, we can work toward making hunger and homelessness a thing of the past in Southwest Florida.”

    In addition to sponsorships, VIP tickets are available for $250 and general admission for $150. Guests can also purchase the Club Croquet package, which includes four general admission tickets for $500. Visit CommunityCooperative.com/Events/Becoming-Cosmopolitan-Mad-About-Hunger-2025/ to purchase tickets.

    Donations for the online auction are also needed. Contact Events@CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-7687 ext. 101 for more information.

    About Community Cooperative

    Since 1984, Community Cooperative has worked to effectively eliminate hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education, and social service programs. With a dedicated team of volunteers, board of directors and staff, Community Cooperative stays committed to its core responsibility to collect and distribute resources through a strong and viable network of community partners. Community Cooperative is an exemplary steward of the resources entrusted to it and serves clients with compassion and integrity. Through collaboration and ongoing education, Community Cooperative supports and strengthens those whose lives have been affected by hunger and homelessness, ensuring that they have access to the resources necessary to transform their lives with dignity. For information, visit CommunityCooperative.com.

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    Media Contact:

    Holly Boldrin, APR, CPRC, Priority Marketing, 239-267-2638, 239-887-9335 (cell) or holly@prioritymarketing.com

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    DOWNLOAD LINK: 2024 EVENT PHOTOS, LOGOS

    Sponsorships still available for Community Cooperative’s 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: ‘Mad About Hunger’ fundraising event

    FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 23, 2025) – Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with Community Cooperative to help end hunger. Sponsorships are still available for their annual fall fundraiser, Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger, on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

    Over 300 guests will venture down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable evening filled with whimsical cocktails, a topsy-turvy tea party and treats, an imaginative silent auction and one mad party!

    Presented by FineMark National Bank & Trust, the event plays a vital role in supporting Community Cooperative’s mission to end hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida, and additional sponsorship opportunities are still available, including Wonderland Memories Sponsor ($10,000); Mad Tea Party VIP Lounge Sponsor ($8,000); Royal Garden Decor Sponsor ($6,000); Mad Hatter Signature Drink Sponsor ($5,000); Queen of Hearts Entertainment Sponsor ($5,000); White Rabbit Valet Sponsor ($3,500); Cheshire Cat Auction Sponsor ($2,500); and Friends of Alice Sponsor ($1,500).

    “Thanks to the support of our valued sponsors, this event is a fun and uplifting way to support those who are struggling with food insecurity in our area,” said Stefanie Ink Edwards, CEO of Community Cooperative. “With the help of our community supporters and partners, we can work toward making hunger and homelessness a thing of the past in Southwest Florida.”

    In addition to sponsorships, VIP tickets are available for $250 and general admission for $150. Guests can also purchase the Club Croquet package, which includes four general admission tickets for $500. Visit CommunityCooperative.com/Events/Becoming-Cosmopolitan-Mad-About-Hunger-2025/ to purchase tickets.

    Donations for the online auction are also needed. Contact Events@CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-7687 ext. 101 for more information.

    About Community Cooperative

    Since 1984, Community Cooperative has worked to effectively eliminate hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education, and social service programs. With a dedicated team of volunteers, board of directors and staff, Community Cooperative stays committed to its core responsibility to collect and distribute resources through a strong and viable network of community partners. Community Cooperative is an exemplary steward of the resources entrusted to it and serves clients with compassion and integrity. Through collaboration and ongoing education, Community Cooperative supports and strengthens those whose lives have been affected by hunger and homelessness, ensuring that they have access to the resources necessary to transform their lives with dignity. For information, visit CommunityCooperative.com.

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    Media Contact:

    Holly Boldrin, APR, CPRC, Priority Marketing, 239-267-2638, 239-887-9335 (cell) or holly@prioritymarketing.com

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    DOWNLOAD LINK: 2024 EVENT PHOTOS, LOGOS

    Sponsorships still available for Community Cooperative’s 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: ‘Mad About Hunger’ fundraising event

    FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 23, 2025) – Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with Community Cooperative to help end hunger. Sponsorships are still available for their annual fall fundraiser, Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger, on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

    Over 300 guests will venture down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable evening filled with whimsical cocktails, a topsy-turvy tea party and treats, an imaginative silent auction and one mad party!

    Presented by FineMark National Bank & Trust, the event plays a vital role in supporting Community Cooperative’s mission to end hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida, and additional sponsorship opportunities are still available, including Wonderland Memories Sponsor ($10,000); Mad Tea Party VIP Lounge Sponsor ($8,000); Royal Garden Decor Sponsor ($6,000); Mad Hatter Signature Drink Sponsor ($5,000); Queen of Hearts Entertainment Sponsor ($5,000); White Rabbit Valet Sponsor ($3,500); Cheshire Cat Auction Sponsor ($2,500); and Friends of Alice Sponsor ($1,500).

    “Thanks to the support of our valued sponsors, this event is a fun and uplifting way to support those who are struggling with food insecurity in our area,” said Stefanie Ink Edwards, CEO of Community Cooperative. “With the help of our community supporters and partners, we can work toward making hunger and homelessness a thing of the past in Southwest Florida.”

    In addition to sponsorships, VIP tickets are available for $250 and general admission for $150. Guests can also purchase the Club Croquet package, which includes four general admission tickets for $500. Visit CommunityCooperative.com/Events/Becoming-Cosmopolitan-Mad-About-Hunger-2025/ to purchase tickets.

    Donations for the online auction are also needed. Contact Events@CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-7687 ext. 101 for more information.

    About Community Cooperative

    Since 1984, Community Cooperative has worked to effectively eliminate hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education, and social service programs. With a dedicated team of volunteers, board of directors and staff, Community Cooperative stays committed to its core responsibility to collect and distribute resources through a strong and viable network of community partners. Community Cooperative is an exemplary steward of the resources entrusted to it and serves clients with compassion and integrity. Through collaboration and ongoing education, Community Cooperative supports and strengthens those whose lives have been affected by hunger and homelessness, ensuring that they have access to the resources necessary to transform their lives with dignity. For information, visit CommunityCooperative.com.

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    Media Contact:

    Holly Boldrin, APR, CPRC, Priority Marketing, 239-267-2638, 239-887-9335 (cell) or holly@prioritymarketing.com

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    DOWNLOAD LINK: 2024 EVENT PHOTOS, LOGOS

    Sponsorships still available for Community Cooperative’s 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan: ‘Mad About Hunger’ fundraising event

    FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 23, 2025) – Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with Community Cooperative to help end hunger. Sponsorships are still available for their annual fall fundraiser, Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger, on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

    Over 300 guests will venture down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable evening filled with whimsical cocktails, a topsy-turvy tea party and treats, an imaginative silent auction and one mad party!

    Presented by FineMark National Bank & Trust, the event plays a vital role in supporting Community Cooperative’s mission to end hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida, and additional sponsorship opportunities are still available, including Wonderland Memories Sponsor ($10,000); Mad Tea Party VIP Lounge Sponsor ($8,000); Royal Garden Decor Sponsor ($6,000); Mad Hatter Signature Drink Sponsor ($5,000); Queen of Hearts Entertainment Sponsor ($5,000); White Rabbit Valet Sponsor ($3,500); Cheshire Cat Auction Sponsor ($2,500); and Friends of Alice Sponsor ($1,500).

    “Thanks to the support of our valued sponsors, this event is a fun and uplifting way to support those who are struggling with food insecurity in our area,” said Stefanie Ink Edwards, CEO of Community Cooperative. “With the help of our community supporters and partners, we can work toward making hunger and homelessness a thing of the past in Southwest Florida.”

    In addition to sponsorships, VIP tickets are available for $250 and general admission for $150. Guests can also purchase the Club Croquet package, which includes four general admission tickets for $500. Visit CommunityCooperative.com/Events/Becoming-Cosmopolitan-Mad-About-Hunger-2025/ to purchase tickets.

    Donations for the online auction are also needed. Contact Events@CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-7687 ext. 101 for more information.

    About Community Cooperative

    Since 1984, Community Cooperative has worked to effectively eliminate hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education, and social service programs. With a dedicated team of volunteers, board of directors and staff, Community Cooperative stays committed to its core responsibility to collect and distribute resources through a strong and viable network of community partners. Community Cooperative is an exemplary steward of the resources entrusted to it and serves clients with compassion and integrity. Through collaboration and ongoing education, Community Cooperative supports and strengthens those whose lives have been affected by hunger and homelessness, ensuring that they have access to the resources necessary to transform their lives with dignity. For information, visit CommunityCooperative.com.

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    Media Contact:

    Holly Boldrin, APR, CPRC, Priority Marketing, 239-267-2638, 239-887-9335 (cell) or holly@prioritymarketing.com