PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS
Let's Celebrate!
Achieving Blue Zones Project Approved™ status is a wonderful accomplishment. Congratulations to the following organizations who are helping to make the healthy choice, the easier choice in SWFL.
Organizations
"Natural Wines Naples chose to become involved with the Blue Zones Project because the Project aligns perfectly with our purpose to help people think further about the quality of wine they ingest and how it relates to wellness, and about how naturally grown and made wines can play an important role in contributing to a healthier lifestyle," stated Peter Rizzo, owner of Natural Wines. #WineAt5 
"By participating in the Blue Zones Project, it will further New Horizons of Southwest Florida’s mission and values by teaching our students, families, and staff that making healthier lifestyle choices can be easy to make and will have a positive impact on our lives," stated Tierney Berry, administrative assistant of New Horizons of Southwest Florida.
“It seems that everyone wants to live a good life, and what better way for Marbella Isles, being a new community in Naples, to start improving our well-being?" asked Fotini Dalamaras, Marbella Isles Health and Wellness Committee Member. "By participating in Blue Zones Project we are investing in ourselves as a community, and putting what matters most… first, our families, friends, and neighbors, this will make for a strong foundation to build upon, for years to come.”Riverwoods Plantation has gone abov
e and beyond with their Blue Zones Project activities! Hosting a purpose workshop, Walking Moais (with more than 50 participants!), educational events and more, this Estero community fosters social connection and longevity.
e and beyond with their Blue Zones Project activities! Hosting a purpose workshop, Walking Moais (with more than 50 participants!), educational events and more, this Estero community fosters social connection and longevity. Vineyards Country Club offered 
bike racks around the community to encourage natural movement, hosted a purpose workshop and hosted well-being events all to become a Blue Zones Recognized organization.
bike racks around the community to encourage natural movement, hosted a purpose workshop and hosted well-being events all to become a Blue Zones Recognized organization. 
Worksites
“Our purpose statement is, ‘We Build Better Lives’ for Our Team, for Our Clients, for Our Community,” stated Russell Budd, CEO and owner of PBS Contractors. “We live this philosophy– it is the PBS way. Exceeding not only our clients’ expectations of how a job should be completed, but our team’s expectations of what a workplace should offer and how to strengthen our ties with the community. We believe being part of the Blue Zones Project will enhance this.”
