We are Engaging EsteroOn Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, Engage Estero’s Vice President of Development, Barry Freedman, gave...
Engage Estero News Articles
Celebrating Lou Frattarelli’s Retirement
Celebrating Lou Frattarelli’s RetirementEngage Estero is honored to recognize Lou Frattarelli, a remarkable leader,...
Engage Estero’s Healthcare Committee Update
Engage Estero's Healthcare Committee UpdateIntroduction I am pleased to inform you that Dr. Brian Hurwitz was...
Lead a Legacy of Care in Greater Estero
Engage Estero is seeking an experienced leader and compassionate visionary to chair a high-impact community initiative that will uplift the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of Greater Estero residents. This is more than a leadership role—it’s an...
Wink News Interviews Engage Estero President on I-75 Expansion
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, WINK News included an interview with Engage Estero President Allan Bowditch on their coverage of plans to widen I-75 and the noise concerns residents have. Watch the video and read the story here:...
A Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers
A Thank you to our VolunteersEngage Estero's Adopt-a-Highway program, expertly coordinated by volunteer leader Julie Yellig, has achieved a significant milestone, celebrating its fifth successful season. This community-driven initiative showcases the tremendous impact...
An Inspiring Leadership Transition: A New Chapter for Engage Estero
An Inspiring Leadership Transition: A New Chapter for Engage EsteroEngage Estero is pleased to announce an exciting leadership transition strengthening its commitment to our community's well-being. Jim Gilmartin, whose tenure as President was marked by unwavering...
Greater Estero Community Report: Urbanization
Our bi-annual update to the comprehensive list of planned and new developments within the Greater Estero Area is now available as a printable report and a webpage. The first quarter Greater Estero Community Report (GECR) covers residential, commercial, recreational...
2024 Engage Estero Annual Report
Engage Estero has had a highly active year, with many important issues addressed and communicated. The Executive Management Team (EMT) has prepared this summary report to keep members updated. Engage Estero is indebted to our members for their continued support, which...
Breaking Par at Grandezza a Success!
Estero residents turned out in force to support our local schools at the 13th annual “Breaking Par for Education” held February 1 & 2 at the Club at Grandezza. The Gala and Golf Tournament support LEAD Estero, a non-profit created and run by Estero High School...
In the Press: History of Estero includes ECCL/Engage Estero
The News-Press published a history of Estero in its January 12 issue. This summary by B. D. Green explained the unique and resident growth of the area, and of course, referenced the involvement of many people who were active in and alongside of Engage Estero, known as...
Engage Estero Celebrates 25 Years of Impact
On January 15, 2025 volunteers and civic leaders currently and formerly active in impacting the future of the Greater Estero area gathered to celebrate 25 years of grassroots involvement resulting in a distinctive and established community which actively participates...