Estero contractor holds private event to help fund new pediatric surgery center
Suffolk hosted a charity clay shoot on Feb. 8 at Bermont Shooting Club, inviting employees and subcontractors to participate and raise $57,965 to support the development of the Golisano Children’s Hospital Surgery Center.
“Suffolk deeply appreciates the unwavering commitment of Lee Health in providing exceptional healthcare services to the residents of Southwest Florida,” said Ben Wilson, General Manager of Suffolk’s Gulf Coast operations. “Our collaboration underscores the shared recognition that innovation is essential in delivering the highest quality of experience. Together, we strive to push the boundaries and set new standards in healthcare excellence for our community.”
Nearly 100 participants attended the event, which included breakfast, lunch, and a competitive clay shoot. The day concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing the top-performing teams. Commercial Concrete Systems secured first place, with Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc. in second and Universal Engineering Sciences in third.
The surgery center will relocate 80% of outpatient procedures currently performed at HealthPark Medical Center in Fort Myers, Florida, freeing up space for urgent and complex pediatric surgeries in neurology and trauma care, among others. Designed as a dedicated hub for specialized pediatric surgical care, the center will provide a calm, secure environment where children and their families feel welcome and supported.
In addition to the winning teams, additional sponsors for the annual charity event included Bright Future Electric, B & I Contractors, Gaylor Electric, AA Stucco & Drywall, Inc., Crisdel Group, Inc., Goettle and B&B Services of Florida.
For additional information about philanthropy at Lee Health and the advancement of children’s healthcare in Southwest Florida, visit GiveGolisano.org or call 239-343-6950.
About Lee Health Foundation
Lee Health Foundation raises philanthropic dollars on behalf of private nonprofit Lee Health to establish, expand and enhance innovative, lifesaving and preventative programs. The Foundation provides financial support for all five Lee Health hospitals including Golisano Children’s Hospital and Lee Health Fort Myers, opening late 2027, as well as many service areas including Lee Health Cancer Institute, Lee Health Coconut Point, Lee Health Heart Institute, Lee Health Hospital at Home, Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute, and Community Health Clinics. Over the last year, the Foundation has distributed more than $27 million to support Lee Health’s mission. Please visit LeeHealthFoundation.org or call 239-343-6950 for more information about the role of Lee Health philanthropy in Southwest Florida.
About Suffolk
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $5.5 billion in annual revenue, 2,800 employees, and offices in Boston, Massachusetts (headquarters); New York City, New York; Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa and Estero in Florida; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California; Portland, Maine; and Herndon, Virginia. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, federal government and public work, mission critical, advanced technology and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Largest Domestic Builders” and #8 on its list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com.
