April Models of Community Support Grace Place is incredibly fortunate to have dedicated community partners who go above and beyond to support our mission. Two standout organizations—Valencia Trails Gives Back and United Church of Marco Island—have recently made significant contributions that are directly impacting the lives of the families we serve. Valencia Trails Gives Back [...]
College Tours: Exploring The Possibilities Spring break at Grace Place wasn’t about relaxation—it was about inspiration. Six juniors and two seniors embarked on a multi-day college tour across Florida, visiting Florida State University, Florida A&M University, the University of Florida, Santa Fe College, and the University of Central Florida. This immersive experience gave students a [...]
Expanding Horizons Through Outdoor Learning Education doesn't stop at the classroom door—it thrives in every corner of a child's world. One shining example of this was Kids Adventure Day, made possible through the generosity and support of the residents of The Quarry Community. Sixty elementary students from Grace Place had the opportunity to explore new [...]
Prioritizing Health for Better Learning A child’s ability to learn is closely connected to their overall well-being. That’s why we’re proud to partner with the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile to bring free health screenings directly to our campus. Through this partnership, children enrolled in our programs receive essential hearing, vision, and dental assessments—services that can [...]
Career Exploration at Lorenzo Walker Technical College At Grace Place, we believe that education becomes truly meaningful when students are given the opportunity to connect classroom concepts with real-world experiences. That belief came to life during a recent visit to Lorenzo Walker Technical College, where 17 of our freshmen and sophomores participated in an immersive [...]
Bright Beginnings Showcase At Grace Place, education is not just for children—it extends to parents as well. Our Bright Beginnings 301 program is designed to equip students with essential skills, not only in parenting but also in creative and professional development. Through elective courses, students have the opportunity to explore new talents, develop business skills, [...]
STEAM at Grace Place At Grace Place, we believe that STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education is essential in preparing students for the future. Our commitment to hands-on, engaging learning experiences ensures that students of all ages have the opportunity to explore scientific concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and ignite their curiosity. Through interactive [...]
12th Annual Dean's Circle Luncheon The 12th Annual Dean’s Circle Luncheon was an unforgettable event that brought together a remarkable group of Grace Place supporters to celebrate our shared commitment to education and community impact. Held outdoors under the beautiful Naples sky, the luncheon featured an engaging reception, followed by lunch and inspiring speeches from [...]
The LENA Grow Program We were excited to introduce LENA Grow to our Bright Beginnings program in the fall and it is changing the way our teachers and parents interact with their toddlers and preschoolers. LENA Grow, a new program that helps teachers have more conversations with young children in the classroom. This matters because [...]
Hearts of Grace are Everywhere! It's that time of the year! Our annual Hearts of Grace campaign is underway, and we need your help to spread the love! Grace Place has distributed nearly 2,000 painted hearts all over Naples, in restaurants, stores, communities, and churches. These hearts were lovingly painted by our students as a [...]