Tampa senior facility's 'Volunteer of the Year' leads Walking Club among other activities
Luis Rivera and friends know how to have fun while exercising. He started a walking club at a senior care facility to help fellow residents get exercise and build friendships.
Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota gives Florida teachers a chance to let their creative juices flow
A group of Florida art teachers has been selected to participate in a very prestigious art retreat near Sarasota.
Nameless Ministries helps those faced with homelessness in Tampa
For those who seem to have hit rock bottom, there are still people who care. A ministry that needs no name is there to help with the basics of food, clothes and, most importantly, hope.
St. Pete after-school program inspires curiosity and love of learning in its students
Inspire curiosity and love learning – those are the concepts behind an after-school class for kids in St. Petersburg. But, what makes this program unique is the family who started it.
Feeding Tampa Bay's huge new warehouse means nonprofit needs more volunteers
With the new 215,000 square feet warehouse, Feeding Tampa Bay has the space, but the nonprofit needs more volunteers to make the most out of their mission.
91-year-old retired art teacher's collaborative painting with daughter is on display in Dunedin exhibit
Retired art teacher Beverly Taylor is still painting, and now she's collaborating with someone near and dear to her heart.
Moffitt's coloring wall helps support nurses' mental health: 'Our water cooler'
Being a nurse means being dedicated and compassionate, but there's a lot of stress with the job too – making burn out a big concern. That's why nurses at Moffitt Cancer Center did something colorful to support their mental health.
Bay Area program teaching young adults with disabilities how to use technology
A week-long laptop class was designed to help young adults with disabilities learn the ins and outs of modern technology.
Free cooking class for kids in underserved Tampa community
A free cooking class for kids is teaching them how to help out in the kitchen, with culinary lessons that will last a lifetime.
Pinellas non-profit helps furnish homes for families in need: 'It's a blessing'
A lot of families are struggling to find an affordable place to live, and when they do, furniture is expensive too. That's why a Pinellas County non-profit is helping transform empty houses into real homes.
'Clothes to Kids' provides free clothing to students of Bay Area families on a tight budget
Back to school preps are already underway, and families on a tight budget can get free help at a place called "Clothes to Kids."
Tampa race will benefit Gold Star families
An organization that helps families of fallen soldiers is holding a race in Tampa, benefitting Gold Star families.
New grant from City of St. Petersburg helping young adults who aged out of foster care
Young adults who have aged out of foster care are getting an extra helping hand thanks to a new grant from the City of St. Pete.
Throat cancer survivor thanks Tampa General staff with singing performance
Throat cancer survivor Steve Jurcik recently returned to Tampa General Hospital to do something he wasn't sure he'd ever be able to do again: Sing. For him, singing in front of a crowd is something he enjoys.
Bay Area couple celebrates more than 40 years of teaching ballroom dancing
A Bay Area couple passionate about dance is celebrating a major milestone.
Bay Area outreach program showing kids that higher education is an attainable goal
Horace Drew was a popular high school football coach, known for his dedication and passion 15 years ago. Then, he traded in his whistle to become a mentor, and now he's dedicating his life to guiding young minds and showing them a path to college.
Community Happiness Project bringing neighbors closer together in St. Petersburg
For many years, Adam Peters didn't know most of his neighbors and when Covid hit, it was a big reality check. So, he decided to connect with others and invite them into his world of happiness.
Local program helps students maintain good hygiene
For more than 20 years, a local organization has been providing clothing and other essential items to needy students.
Lakeland ministry helping the community by giving away free food, other necessities
Going to the grocery store these days is expensive, and a local ministry is helping ease the pain.
101-year-old World War II veteran receives French government's highest honor
101-year-old Ernest Scango is the last living member of his Army Parachute Infantry, and he's receiving the French government's highest honor for his bravery during World War II.