Community Cooperative's 19th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan fundraising event planned Sept. 25
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FORT MYERS, Fla. - Floridant -- Community Cooperative will host its highly-anticipated 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 – all while raising money to support Community Cooperative's mission of ending hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida.

While the event is designed to be festive and lighthearted, it serves a meaningful purpose. As the cost of food and housing continues to rise, the community's support is needed more than ever.

"Each year, this event is a fun and uplifting way to support those in our community who are struggling with food insecurity," said Stefanie Ink Edwards, CEO of Community Cooperative. "Through this imaginative experience, we are working toward our goal of making hunger and homelessness a thing of the past in Southwest Florida."

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Don't be late, late, for the very important date! VIP tickets are available for $250 and general admission for $150. Visit CommunityCooperative.com/Events/Becoming-Cosmopolitan-Mad-About-Hunger-2025/ to purchase tickets.

This year's Mad about Hunger Title Sponsor is FineMark National Bank & Trust. Additional sponsorships are available, including Wonderland Memories Sponsor ($10,000); Mad Tea Party VIP Lounge Sponsor ($8,000); 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).

Donations for silent and live auctions are also needed. Contact Events@CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-7687 ext. 101 for more information.

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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.