2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival

Over $30 Million Raised Benefitting Vulverable Children in Collier County

The 26th annual Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) “Picture This” culminated this weekend following an exhilarating live auction, raising more than $30 million to benefit the most vulnerable children in Collier County. This incredible support brings the total amount raised by the NWWF to more than $366 million since its inception in 2001.

Festival attendees once again came together under the big tent just outside The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón to bid on 51 unique, one-of-a-kind wine, travel, and culinary live auction lots, many of which included wines from some of the world’s most revered vineyards. All proceeds will support some of the most effective nonprofit organizations in the local community that have provided 385,000 children with the significant services and resources they need to excel.

Among this year’s top live auction lots were two exclusive experiences - a “Million Dollar Night of Country” with a private dinner and concert with Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Thomas Rhett and a “Million Dollar Meal” at Prime Social Reserve with acclaimed Chef Dustin Valette.

Other top live auction lots included a one-of-a-kind 2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante convertible paired with a VIP driving experience in Miami; seven nights of lakeside luxury and Italian splendor in Lake Como with a stay in Villa Polli; and an eight-night luxurious voyage along the Greek islands aboard the 164’ ORIY private charter yacht courtesy of Knights Bridge Winery.

Festival attendees also generously participated in a heartfelt call to action with on-the-spot donations supporting this year’s Fund a Need, “The Picture of Health.” These contributions totaled more than $7 million to support the Naples Children Foundation’s (NCF’s) healthcare initiatives for children, specifically addressing critical gaps in access to mental health, oral health, vision, and primary healthcare services.

Food & wine served at the 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival | 2026 Ashton Martin Vanquish Volante

On Friday, festival attendees got the opportunity to witness first-hand the life-changing impact of the NWWF during the annual “Meet the Kids Day.” The morning culminated in heartfelt presentations showcasing remarkable success stories that NCF’s grants have made possible, followed by a delicious luncheon highlighting fabulous wines presented by acclaimed vintners.

The night before Saturday’s live auction, 18 all-star celebrity chefs, 21 world-renowned vintners, and 17 of the world’s elite featured sommeliers paired off to prepare exquisite, intimate dinners at the elegant, private homes of festival trustees and other exclusive locations across Naples.

Although this weekend marked the final days of the 2026 NWWF, festival enthusiasts still have the opportunity to bid for a number of remarkable auction lot items through the 12th annual NWWF online auction, as well as to donate to the Fund a Need at nwwfonlineauction.com.

Using the funds raised from this year’s auction, NCF will award grants to nonprofit organizations and fund strategic initiatives supporting Collier County children in need on March 16.

About Naples Winter Wine Festival

The Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), one of the world's most prestigious charity wine auctions, offers a weekend of unforgettable memories. Guests enjoy world-class food and wine during intimate dinners in elegant, private homes and other landmark settings throughout Naples and are invited to bid on once-in-a-lifetime travel and wine experiences during an electrifying live auction. Since its inaugural event in 2001, the NWWF has raised more than $366 million, making a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of children in Collier County.

About Naples Children Foundation

The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, creates transformational change and improves educational, emotional, and health outcomes for vulnerable children in Collier County. Through its annual grants and strategic initiatives, NCF has impacted nearly 90 of the most effective nonprofits in the local community, providing 385,000 children with the services and resources they need to succeed. Through bold investments, collaborative partnerships, and data-driven solutions, NCF supports programs that ensure every child can thrive. NCF’s unique approach, which bridges public and private resources, has become a blueprint for how to transform a community–one issue at a time.

For additional information on the Naples Children Foundation or the Naples Winter Wine Festival, please contact Lisa Juliano at lisa@napleswinefestival.com or 239.514.2239.