Sold-Out Event Blends Glamour, Generosity and Community Impact
Wine Women & Shoes included a delicious luncheon followed by an electric live auction
More than 300 supporters of the non-profit Naples Cancer Advisors gathered at the Naples Yacht Club for the second annual Wine Women & Shoes, a sold-out afternoon of fashion, philanthropy, and fun.
The fundraising event was a tremendous success, generating more than $260,000 to support Naples Cancer Advisors in its mission of providing free, expert oncology consultations to cancer patients and families throughout Southwest Florida. These critical services include second opinions, care coordination, referrals, clinical trial navigation, financial navigation, and precision oncology services.
“By delivering world-class medical expertise locally, it saves patients the financial burden and logistical stress of traveling to major metropolitan areas for a second opinion, which can often cost thousands of dollars,” said Lana Uhrig, Executive Director of Naples Cancer Advisors. “Together, we are ensuring that hope, expert care, and compassionate guidance remain accessible to everyone in our community.”
Presented by LoKey Hat Co. and children’s book author Candy Krayton, Wine Women & Shoes 2025 featured wine tastings, designer pop-up shops, and an elegant luncheon with centerpieces underwritten by Hailstone Vineyards. Guests also enjoyed a live auction and lucky ticket raffle along with a festive runway show featuring the season’s hottest styles from Lilly Pulitzer and Peserico of Waterside Shops.
Adding a playful twist to this year’s event, the “Best in Shoe” competition, sponsored by SkyStruk, recognized standout footwear in categories like “Hottest Heel,” “Fabulous Flat,” “Wicked Wedge” and “Most Embellished.” The event’s heartwarming “Sole Men” competition rallied local business leaders for a spirited fundraising challenge, culminating in the crowning of Mike Rudnicki as the “King of Sole.”
NCA - Lana Uhrig and Krista Elmore
VIP guests enjoyed an exclusive experience aboard a luxurious LivBlue Charters vessel, captained by Bill Moore, with hors d’oeuvres and wines from Treasury Wines.
The excitement peaked during the live auction, which showcased one-of-a-kind luxury items, including handcrafted Lane boots and a python leather accented hat by LowKey Hat Co., adventure experiences with conservationist Amy Siewe, “The Python Huntress,” luxury in-home dining by Chef Kevin Paradiso and Naples Wine Advisors, a four-hour yacht cruise with Captain Bill Moore of LivBlue Charters, and fine dining from The French, auctioned by Marcello Palazzi of Campagna Hospitality Group.
Located at 3201 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 112, Naples Cancer Advisors is committed to building strong relationships within the Naples and Fort Myers medical communities. For additional information on the non-profit organization or to support its mission of providing free comprehensive second opinion consultations, please call 239.846.2273 (CARE) or visit NaplesCancerAdvisors.org.
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