Fort Myers Beach, Florida, November 24, 2017 – Amidst the picturesque sailboats, boat docks and pelicans, the Ostego Bay Foundation Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser is set for Friday, December 1st from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Bonita Bills Waterfront Café, 700 Fisherman’s Wharf.
The Silent Auction has been enjoyed by residents and visitors to Fort Myers Beach for over 19 years! Shoppers find a cornucopia of unique gifts from local artisans to vacation deals from local resorts, all at auction prices. Participants enjoy a fish fry for only $10 offered by the sponsor, Bonita Bills Waterfront Café, then onto shopping for a great cause.
Joanne Semmer, President of the Foundation said “We appreciate the support from the local community and participants to help keep our educational programs funded and on track. The Ostego Bay Foundation Inc. returns the investment back to the community in the form of educating and informing community leaders, hosting marine science internships, and inspiring young people in our neighborhood of marine sciences.”
Proceeds benefit the Ostego Bay Foundation, Inc. Founded in 1991, the Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center is a self-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The mission of the Ostego Bay Foundation, Inc. is to promote the understanding, preservation, and enhancement of our unique marine environment through education, research and community involvement. The Foundation provides interactive educational experiences to encourage stewardship of our natural resources.
Visit http://www.OstegoBay.org to learn more about the foundation, or call 239-765-8101.
Joanne Semmer
Ostego Bay Foundation, Inc.
718 Fisherman’s Wharf
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
239-765-8101