In 2023, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Myers (UUCFM) created the annual Holley Rauen Environmental Leadership Award. Subsequently the Southwest Florida (SWFL) RESET Center and the SWFL EcoAlliance, partnered to recognize significant contributions from individuals in the protection, preservation and stewardship of the natural environment of Southwest Florida (SWFL). Previous winners have included Holley Rauen (2023), Solemi Hernandez (2024) and Joseph Bonasia (2025).

Save the date for this year’s award celebration on December 11 at 7pm. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration cost and donation submittal details are forthcoming.

Cost: $25 per person donation. Location: Hobart Hall at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ft.Myers, 13411 Shire Ln., Fort Myers. For more information, contact Tami Renkoski at [email protected].