Topping Off CHARITY

Held since 2001 and taking place last month, the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) is one of the most successful charity auctions in the world, supporting more than 50 nonprofits in Collier County through the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF). Alongside a team of dedicated employees, trustees, and volunteers, several local businesses have made long-standing contributions to the multiday wine extravaganza.

NICK SHIRGHIO, JANE E. ENOS

Party Favors Behind every successful festival is a fabulous handbag. Since 2014, patrons of the event have carried home their swag in a luxurious leather Brahmin bag. Bill and Joan Martin launched the designer handbag company in 1982; it has since become a well-known and much-loved brand. Brahmin, family-owned and operated until 2018, has always subscribed to philanthropy as a main tenet of business. In 2006, the Martins became full-time residents of Naples. Although their brand remains headquartered in Massachusetts, they found charitable opportunities in their new community. “We had been attending the Naples Winter Wine Festival for several years when we were asked to consider contributing the bags presented to all guests,” remarks Joan. “That was a no-brainer for me as we loved the charity. I loved the opportunity…

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Naples Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2023

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