Agenda 02/24/2026 Item # 4A (Proclamation designating March 8, 2026, as Wellfit Girls Day in Collier County)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the future strength of Collier County depends on developing resilient, capable, and
purpose-driven female leaders who are prepared to set goals, overcome obstacles, and lead
with confidence and integrity; and
WHEREAS, high school girls today face increasing academic, social, and cultural pressures that
demand grit, perseverance, self-discipline, and the ability to navigate challenges with
determination and accountability; and
WHEREAS, Wellfit Girls is a Collier County–based nonprofit organization dedicated to developing
resilient female leaders ages 11 through 18 through goal-driven leadership development
programs that emphasize responsibility, confidence, and personal growth; and
WHEREAS, Wellfit Girls teaches girls to set meaningful goals, commit to long-term achievement, and
develop the habits necessary for success through structured leadership training and real-
world challenges; and
WHEREAS, by building leadership, resilience, and goal-setting skills early, Wellfit Girls helps prepare
young women to become engaged citizens, future workforce leaders, and contributors to
the long-term economic and civic vitality of Collier County; and
WHEREAS, as part of its leadership model, Wellfit Girls incorporates experiential and outdoor-based
challenges as tools to reinforce perseverance, teamwork, problem-solving, and the ability
to push beyond perceived limits; and
WHEREAS, through these experiences, participants build self-belief, resilience, and leadership
capacity, preparing them to positively impact their schools, families, and communities; and
WHEREAS, Wellfit Girls works in collaboration with families, schools, and community partners to
cultivate young women who lead with courage, resilience, and purpose; and
WHEREAS, International Women’s Day, recognized on March 8, 2026, celebrates the achievements of
women and girls worldwide and underscores the importance of investing in the next
generation of female leaders. Recognizing organizations that demonstrate a sustained
commitment to leadership development and youth empowerment reinforces Collier
County’s dedication to building strong individuals and a thriving community;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida,
that March 8, 2026, be designated as
WELLFIT GIRLS DAY IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 24th Day of February 2026.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Dan Kowal, Chairman
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Good morning Aimee,
Can you kindly give me a status update regarding the attached Proclamation?
As previously mentioned, Commissioner LoCastro will sponsor it and he also wants it to be
presented at one of the February BCC meetings. Thank you.
Effective immediately, my email address has changed. Kindly update your contact list to:
Aixa.Capizzi@Collier.gov.
Best regards,
Aixa Capizzi, MAA, MFCEP
Commissioner Executive Assistant
Board of County Commissioners
3299 Tamiami Trl E, Suite 303
Naples FL 34112
Office: (239) 252-8601
Website: www.collier.gov
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