Horizon Foundation

The Horizon Foundation, a charitable 501(c)3 organization, was established to provide a funding vehicle for businesses to invest in the long-term economic vitality of Lee County.

The Foundation raises private sector money to support the efforts of the Fort Myers Regional Partnership – Lee County's Economic Development Office – and the Horizon Council in order to improve the area's business climate.

For More Information: Horizon Foundation Brochure | Investors Gallery

Investing In Our Community

Economic prosperity and stability requires public commitment, private involvement, hard work and financial investment. The competitive nature of attracting businesses to locate or expand, and even to work with existing businesses, requires unique skills and available resources. In an arena where supply always outpaces demand, communities have to be innovative, creative and market-savvy to attract top businesses.

Why Should You Invest?

The more dollars flowing into a community, the more money available for infrastructure such as parks, roads and schools, all of which result in a higher standard of living and quality of life for citizens. In addition, economic diversification is critical to maintain the financial security of a community during economically challenging times.

Supporting economic development in Lee County gives our community a competitive edge as we head into the future. Building a foundation of high wage jobs, insuring access to education, quality housing, peace of mind and outstanding quality of life are the responsibility of today's business community and citizens.

Investing In Lee County Is Good For Business.

"Providing world-class health care in Southwest Florida is enhanced by the work of the Horizon Council. New business and growth complement our development of state-of-the-art facilities and practitioners to care for citizens and visitors. We proudly support this partnership between our local government and private sector businesses." Jim Nathan,
CEO, Lee Memorial Health System

For more information, contact B. Pat O'Rourke – bporourke@leegov.com – at 800.493.4396.