The 2025 Holley Rauen Environmental Leadership Award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the protection and stewardship of Southwest Florida’s natural environment, will be presented to Joe Bonasia between 7 and 9 p.m. on December 5 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Myers’ Hobart Hall.

The annual award, supported by the SWFL RESET Center and the SWFL EcoAlliance, will honor the Cape Coral resident whose vision, advocacy and determination exemplify the power and importance of community environmental leadership.

A retired teacher, Bonasia has served as the Southwest Florida regional director and vice chair of the Florida Rights of Nature Network, a board member of the SWFL RESET Center and the Citizens’ Climate Lobby liaison to Senator Rick Scott’s office.

Hors d’oeuvres, desserts and beverages will be served at the event. Seating is limited to 80 guests, and reservations are required.

Location: 13411 Shire Lane. RSVP to [email protected].