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[^2]\n\nThe Zonta Foundation of SWFL and the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva invited 501(c)3 non-profit organizations dedicated to the empowerment of women and girls to apply for a 2027 grant. [^3]\n\nCounty officials stated that the changes are designed to simplify regulations. [^4]\n\nThe proposal would eliminate 17 existing community plans. [^5]\n\nThe property is a two-story, 5,400-square-foot home situated on 0.54 acres along the Caloosahatchee River. [^6]\n\nApplications for the 2027 grants are due by September 14, 2026, and grants will be awarded in January 2027. [^7]\n\nGrants Committee co-chairs Kathleen Skubikowski and Megan Galgano stated that the Zonta Foundation strives to focus on supporting women to claim their rights as individuals through training, education, and access to healthcare and affordable housing. [^8]\n\nKathleen Skubikowski stated that grant applications must focus on one or more of these aspects of empowering women and girls in Lee County. [^9]\n\nOfficials emphasized that the overhaul would not increase development density or intensity. [^10]\n\nAccording to Lee County records, the property is currently owned by a trust that purchased it for $1.42 million in 2021. [^11]\n\nJohn R. Wood Christie's International Real Estate states the home features two waterfront primary suites, five bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. 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