IMMOKALEE, Fla. – Lipman, North America’s largest field tomato grower, has committed to donating up to $35,000 to the Imaginarium Science Center in Fort Myers. The Imaginarium Group, Inc. – the nonprofit that supports the facility – will be gifted a match for all donations acquired until October 28 (or until the match is satisfied).
The funds will be used to make improvements to the newly named Lipman Family Courtyard, which will serve as an integral part of The Caloosahatchee Experience exhibit (currently in phase II of construction). The area will be landscaped to include native and “Florida-friendly” plants and a butterfly garden.
“We rely on support from companies like Lipman to provide funds for educational programs and exhibitions,” said Matt Johnson, executive director of the Imaginarium Science Center. The nonprofit dedicated the Lipman Family Courtyard and kicked off fundraising for this project during its 2012 Cherish Gala.
Once complete, the Lipman Family Courtyard will serve as a gathering area for educational programs, special events, and field-trip orientations.
About Lipman
Based in Immokalee, Fla., Lipman is the largest field tomato grower in North America, providing dependable year-round fresh produce through an integrated network of research & development, farming, processing, repacking and procurement solutions. Farms totaling tens of thousands of acres allow for Lipman’s geographic diversity and ability to grow and ship fresh produce 365 days a year. For more information, visit www.LipmanProduce.com.
About the Imaginarium Science Center
The mission of the Imaginarium Science Center is to engage guests in the exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). This is done through hands-on exhibit experiences and educational programs that further the understanding of the natural and human-made world, foster an appreciation for Southwest Florida’s unique environment, and nurture intellectual curiosity, discovery and innovation. Since 1995, the Imaginarium has welcomed, educated and entertained more than 1.25 million guests. This year, the Imaginarium is projecting over 90,000 visitors. For more information, visit www.i-sci.org.
Source: Lipman
