Saint Andrews Society of Southwest Florida
Purpose
The Society is a 501(c)(3) public charity whose purposes are:
• To preserve and promote Scottish heritage, culture, literature, its visual and performing arts.
• To educate the public and the membership regarding the history and culture of Scotland by promoting programs and events for these purposes.
• To provide scholarships to FGCU students to study in Scotland.
Events
A variety of events are held throughout the winter season including:
With the support of several local churches the Society members have annually participated in “Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans”, a symbolic, colorful and moving event highlighted by an impressive forty or more tartan banners and bagpipe band.
A fall event such as a Ceilidh, a Scottish themed party, with a Scottish Music band, dinner and dancing.