Sanibel Island Community Support Campaign

Pfeifer Supports SanCap Crackerfest 2011

Eric Pfeifer is proud to support San-Cap Crackerfest 2011! This is the third year of this important event and Pfeifer has been a proud sponsor since the beginning.

Friday November 4th at 6:30 attendees will feast on Dave's famous Roast Pig, Ralph's fried and smoked Mullet and Experanza's Biscuits! This is a casual event and dancing is expected! Southwest There will be a live and silent auction and Florida's Band "BLACKWATER" will provide the music for the evening.

The proceeds from this event will help expand the Coastal Classroom Program for Lee County Schools, and help launch "SEAFOOD SAVVY" a sustainable seafood program. For more information on this event contact Event Coordinator Carol Rothman: 239-699-3530.

Pfeifer Supports FISH 10 K Run October 15th, 2011

Pfeifer Realty Group was a sponsor again this year of the 10K run to benefit F.I.S.H. (Friends in Service Here). FISH is a non profit orginization on Sanibel that lends a helping hand to all Sanibel families and workers in need. In 2010 FISH helped 950 individuals in need. With over 200 volunteers, this organization is valuable safety net for many who find themselves in need.

If you would like to help by donating your time or a monetary donation, give them a call today 239-472-4775, or stop by their walk-in center at 1630 Periwinkle Way behind Pfeifer Realty Group.

Pfeifer Supports START "Solutions To Avoiding Red Tide"

Eric Pfeifer is proud to support START a non profit organization which begain in 1996 by General Jim Patterson.

START is committed to scientific research and educational outreach. The research we support is focused on the control and mitigation of Harmful Algae Blooms (HABs) such as red tide to help maintain coastal water quality. Our educational outreach goal is to inform the public about the health, environmental and economic impacts of Harmful Algae Blooms.

START's vision is to improve the quality of our marine waters through research, public education, and programs that restore marine habitats, preserve marine species, and promote healthy beaches and coastal waterways.

For more information contact START: 941-953-4545

Pfeifer Realty Sponsors Octifest 2011

The Sanibel Sea School will be hosting Octifest this year on the first causeway island (closest to the toll booth) on April 16th at 6:30pm. Guests will experience both a beautiful Sanibel sunset and a shimmering moon rise all in one evening.
Pfeifer Realty Group has been a supporter of Sanibel Sea School since it was founded. "Appreciation of the unique environment that surrounds our beautiful islands is vital to preserving them for furure generations. The Sanibel Sea School achieves this by emersing visitors in nature with a wonderful hands on approach! Sanibel is lucky to have such a wonderful resource on the island."
Pfeifer Realty Group's $5,000 Blue Whale Sponsorship donation will be used to help secure the future of Sanibel Sea School so that they can continue to provide outstanding educational programs and field studies for all ages.

For general information about Sanibel Sea School call 239-472-8585

Pfeifer Realty Group Supports SCCF's Bailey Homestead Preservation

In October of 2010, the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF)publically announced their unique opportunity to restore and preserve the Bailey Homestead that sits on 28 acres along Periwinkle Way. Preservation of this tract of land offers many benefits to the island's human and non-human inhabitants. These 28 acres will connect City-owned land to the east including Pond Apple Park with conservation land to the west (Roadside City Park, SCCF and Refuge land)k providing a critical wildlife corridor.
The Bailey Homestead is one of only ten houses on the City of Sanibel's Register of Historic Landmarks. Built in 1896 by Frank Bailey, this home was where Sam Bailey was born and later where Francis Bailey raised his children. Once restored, the home will be used to educate visitors on the Bailey Family, and the history of the island. Other rooms in the house will be used to tell about island conservation history and what the many organizations have done to "keep Sanibel Sanibel".

SCCF must reach their goal of $5.3 million dollars by June 30th 2011. While this is a daunting task during challenging economic times, it is a once in a lifetime opportunity to restore history and protect the future of Sanibel Island.

For more information about how you can help in this campaign to Preserve the Past and Protect the Future, contact Erick Lindblad: 239-472-2329 or Cheryl Giattini: 239-395-2768 or visit www.sccf.org

Pfeifer Supports Sanibel Little League

For almost a decade, Eric Pfeifer has donated countless hours of time coaching tee ball, girls minor and major league soft ball as well as boy's minor and major league baseball here on Sanibel Island.

In 2009 Pfeifer took over as "Commissioner" of Sanibel's Little League and can be found on the fields often throughout the Spring season.

For more information about Sanibel Youth Sports, contact Eric anytime. He would be happy to help you register your child in the Sanibel Little League program or sign them up to play on Sanibel's NFL Youth Flag Football League.

Pfeifer Supports Sanibel's NFL Youth Flag Football Program

After moving to Sanibel in 2001 it didn't take Eric long to dive head first into volunteering his time and talents to many organizations on the island. As an avid football fan, Pfeifer took it upon himself to start Sanibel's First Flag Football program for Sanibel's youth.

To this day, Eric continues to coach and organize this valuable coed sport. If you are interested in finding out more about youth sports programs here on Sanibel & Captiva Islands, don't hesitate to contact us here at Pfeifer Realty Group. We would be happy to help you get your kids connected to sports here on the Islands.

Pfeifer also actively recruits young adults to assist on game days to act as umpires and referees during both baseball and football seasons. Community Service Hours can be earned and Pfeifer is happy to provide the necessary paperwork to account for donated time.

Pfeifer Supports Sanibel Community House

Follow Pfeifer's Dancing Journey on Facebook

As one of the six contests chosen to compete in this year's Dancing with the Sanibel Stars, Eric Pfeifer is honored and eager to lend his support for this worthy cause.

If you're wondering, the answer is no! Pfeifer is not currently, nor has he ever been considered a good dancer! That however is not an issue it seems for the Fred Austaire professional dance instructors.

Please support Eric with your votes and donations! All proceeds will benefit the Sanibel Community House.

Be sure to get your tickets early as this event has limited seating. Tickets are availble for the dress rehearsal January 21st and for the main event Saturday January 22nd.

Pick up a ballot anytime at Pfeifer Realty Group. Ballots are also located in the kiosk in front of the Pfeifer Realty Group office. Vote early and often in this great event! For more details call the Sanibel Community House at 239-472-2155.

Pfeifer Sponsors "Cracker Fest" to benefit START

The Sanibel START chapter is hosting the Second Annual SanCap Cracker Fest on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 6:30 P.M. This event is a departure from traditional Sanibel functions. They are celebrating Sanibel’s rich and lively heritage with a wonderful Florida Cracker Dinner Fundraiser with Silent and Live Auctions. The evening will be elegantly casual, filled with down-home music by our local TROUBLESTARTERS.

The local Sanibel Captiva Chapter of START (Solutions to Avoid Red Tide, Inc.) is part of a statewide organization headquartered in Sarasota. You may visit the website @ start1.com. START’s vision is to improve the quality of our marine waters through research, public education, and programs that restore marine habitats, preserve marine species, and promote healthy beaches and coastal waterways. This vision has never been more important.
When the START chapter determined to have a fundraiser last year, they resolved to keep the majority of the proceeds in Lee County and have succeeded in that mission. Chapter president Dr. Bruce Neill (Executive Director, Sanibel Sea School) spearheaded collaborative efforts between START and Sanibel Sea School to create a tool to educate Lee County teachers and students about locally relevant coastal and marine issues. Called The Coastal Classroom, the computer module is a prototype designed specifically for 7th graders. This project could not have been produced without the generous help of our 2009 sponsors, donors, and event participants. A presentation of the Coastal Classroom will be made at this year’s Cracker Fest. The objective for the coming year is to develop other outreach programs to be underwritten with the proceeds from SanCap Cracker Fest 2010.

We hope that you will show your support of START in 2010 by attending this one-of-a-kind event. Tickets are available by presale only and limited to the first 300 RSVP guests. They anticipate a sold-out crowd again this year, so make your reservations now! You may send your check for $75 per person to SanCap START, P. O. Box 1511, Sanibel, Florida 33957.

Pfeifer Supports F.I.S.H. in 10 K Run

Please join Eric Pfeifer in supporing F.I.S.H. (Friends in Service Here) in their 10K Race Saturday October 16th, 2010 at 7:30am. The race will begin at the Sanibel Community House located at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island. More information can be obtained bty contacting the Fort Myers Track Club at 239-482-3137, or contact F.I.S.H. of Sanibel at 239-472-4775.

F.I.S.H. is an acronym for "Friends in Service Here." We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer organization of "neighbors helping neighbors" on Sanibel and Captiva islands in Southwest Florida. We rely on our volunteers to share their time, resources, and talents with residents and visitors who need a helping hand, a caring friendship and needed services. F.I.S.H. has been operating on the islands since December, 1981.

Eric Pfeifer, Broker, PRG

Pfeifer Supports Sanibel's Rec Center Party

JUNE 11, 2009 - Dairy Queen Sanibel is the first Island ice cream store and Pfeifer Realty Group is the first Island real estate firm to join the list of sponsors supporting the New Year’s Eve Party at the City’s Recreation Center.

Dairy Queen Sanibel is the first Island ice cream store and Pfeifer Realty Group is the first Island real estate firm to join the list of sponsors supporting the New Year’s Eve Party at the City’s Recreation Center. All event proceeds will support scholarships, awarded upon financial need, for children who enroll in the after-school and summer childcare programs at the Recreation Center.

Dairy Queen Sanibel, 1048 Periwinkle Way, has been owned and operated by the Meyers family for nearly 4 decades. This family run business is a destination for delicious ice cream in countless combinations and American fare. The Meyers family sets the bar very high in its participation and continued support of numerous charities with its financial and in kind contributions. Kevin Meyers has a special affinity for the Sanibel Recreation Center where he is a significant participant in assisting the children with great treats on many occasions. Additionally, his long time manager Isabelle Gavin, a member of the pioneer Gavin family, has been a kind and helpful member in promoting our Island.

Eric Pfeifer, Broker-Owner of Pfeifer Realty Group, 1630 Periwinkle Way, has jumped on board as the first local real estate office to sponsor the New Year’s Eve party at the Sanibel Recreation Center. Eric is a consistent and reliable supporter of many local organizations. Most recently, Eric took over for Dick Muench as the commissioner of Sanibel Little League. You can call Eric, “Jr. Commish”.

Pfeifer Realty Group opened its doors in 2008 after Eric had six successful years at VIP Realty including being named the Top Sales Associate for all of Southwest Florida in 2005. Eric now has 11 sales associates and sells real estate throughout Southwest Florida. Notwithstanding the worst year in recent real estate history, Pfeifer and his agents have had a lot of success in the past 13 months. Pfeifer attributes his company’s success to his hard working agents, a great international internet presence, and an optimistic outlook on life. Eric, his wife Mary Ellen and children Darby and John have lived on Sanibel since 2001.

The Dairy Queen Sanibel and Pfeifer Realty Group join Biddles Bucket and Biddle's Restaurant & Piano Bar with our primary event sponsor Sanibel Captiva Kiwanis Foundation supporting the City Recreation Center New Year's Eve party.

The sponsor recognition signs that Kevin and Jeanine, and Eric are holding are only $135 (larger signs are available at $195) and will be displayed in the Recreation Center from November 21, 2009 through January 15, 2010. Additionally, there will be much publicity about all our sponsors. We welcome your support.

To become an event sponsor, or for more information, please call Events Chairman Barry Alan Roth at (239) 313-9591 or Crystal Mansell, Executive Assistant to the City Manager at (239) 472-3700, ext. 355.

Pfeifer Supports Sea School with $2,000 Donation

OCTOBER 2008, The Sanibel Sea School was selected once again as the recipeint of the Pfeifer Gives Back Communtiy Support Campaign. A $2,000 checek was presented to Dr. Bruce Neill and Evelyn Neill the co-founders of the Sanibel Sea School.

For more information about the Sanibel Sea School, visit their website at www.SanibelSeaSchool.org

Pfeifer's Campaign of Giving Continues with PURRE

SANIBEL ISLAND, FL, DECEMBER 14, 2007: Pfeifer, a Sanibel Realtor and full time island resident continues his community support campaign this week with a donation to PURRE (People United to Protect our Rivers and Estuaries). Pfeifer’s “Real Estate is… Community Support” campaign contributes funds to local non-profit organizations and community activities with each of his real estate closings. “This is a really exciting opportunity to support our community at the local level, and I look forward to continuing this campaign.” Pfeifer is making contributions to local organizations of his client’s choice with every closing. “Maureen & I are thankful that Eric has chosen PURRE as a recipient of the Pfeifer Community Support Campaign” said Mike Valiquette. “We look forward to seeing other local businesses step up, as Eric has done, to help local non-profit organizations. This is just the sort of community spirit that sustains these islands.”

As a year-round Sanibel Island resident Eric works full time as a Realtor, organizes the youth flag football, and also sits on the boards of several island organizations including Kiwanis, The Schoolhouse Theater, & The Sanibel Congregational Church. “The generosity of both residents and visitors alike help to protect & preserve our beautiful Islands and it’s exciting to share this with my real estate clients as they designate where my donations will be used.”

Sanibel Sea School named as First Recipient

SANIBEL ISLAND, FLORIDA, DECEMBER 7 2007: The Sanibel Sea School is designated as the first recipient of Pfeifer’s Community Support Campaign. This mission of the Sea School is the promotion of marine conservation through education and positive hands-on experience. They are dedicated to teaching both adults and children about the creatures and habitats found on these barrier island ecosystems. “Man was born to wade” truly depicts the field education experience the Sanibel Sea School provides as they weave all forms of marine study into a vivid experience. They hope to foster a since of wonder and understanding of the marine world by providing an intimate perspective of the ocean, its inhabitants and the tightly woven fabric that makes up our global environment. Discover nature at the Sanibel Sea School where everyday is a field trip. Contact Dr. Bruce Neill the Executive Director, or Evelyn Neill the Program Director for more information: 239-472-8585 or visit their website: www.SanibelSeaSchool.org