Bay Area teen is first student with autism to major in piano at Pinellas County Center for the Arts
A Bay Area teen with autism has mastered the art of communication through music.
Bay Area program seeks to end student’s weekend hunger
For some students, the only meals they receive are the ones they get at school, which means they go hungry for 68 hours over the weekend. But, a group of volunteers is hoping to make a difference.
Former Buccaneer and Super Bowl-winning NFL player helps next generation on and off the field
A former professional football player is helping Bay Area students see the benefit of getting a college education.
‘Waffle House Challenge’ helps Pinellas realtors raise money for hungry kids
A group of Pinellas County realtors is raising money one waffle at a time.
Bay Area program uses dance to help children improve body and mind
Dancing can be good for your soul and the Patel Conservatory is making sure that children from various backgrounds get to bust a move.
Love is in the air for Sarasota Couple celebrating 67 years of marriage
Love has been in the air for a long time for a Sarasota couple celebrating more than 65 years of wedding bliss.
Executive director for local literacy program finds passion for helping children succeed, learn to read
A woman found her passion helping children succeed by making sure they know how to read. It's a passion that led her to her dream job.
Bay Area organization gives away free prom dresses to high school students in need
High school proms are just around the corner, which can make for an expensive evening, but a Bay Area organization is helping parents cut down on costs.
Rapper with autism hopes to inspire inclusion with music video
A woman with autism isn’t letting it stop her from pursuing her dream of becoming an artist.
Tampa Bay businesses come together to offer scholarships to local arts students
The mission of the organization is to unite businesses to support the arts and culture for a more well-rounded community.
Tampa non-profit provides shelter to women in crisis
A Tampa woman who used to be homeless is now helping others find a place to live.
Retired teacher raises miniature horses on Sarasota farm
Forty-three years ago, Judy Middleton retired from being a school teacher and started doing something she absolutely loved-raising miniature horses.
Local volunteer group works to keep Hillsborough County trails, nature preserves clean
Hiking trails are a fun way to stay active, but sometimes, trail and nature preserves are littered with debris. A local group of volunteers is helping to clean up those paths and keep them safe.
Sunshine Line provides free transportation, bus passes for seniors
For seniors without transportation, getting around can be difficult, which is why there's now a brighter way to travel called “Sunshine Line.”
Local organizations turns festivities into fundraising scholarships, feeding the homeless
When Rose Demille parties with her friends, it's about more than just having fun. It's a way to give back to her community and native country.
Paralympic athletes, veterans compete International Wheelchair Rugby Tournament in Tampa
Dozens of wheelchair athletes from all over the world were in Tampa last week to compete in an International Wheelchair Rugby Tournament at the All People's Life Center on Sligh Avenue.
Non-profit wants to provide safe haven for children entering foster care in Hillsborough County
Isaiah 117 House is changing the way children enter the foster process.
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter adds new affordable housing apartments
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter is on a mission to help the less fortunate and is making improvements and changing lives for the better.
Head chef at Trinity Café uses 30 years of restaurant experience to serve meals to underserved in Bay area
Chef Daniel Graves has worked in some of Chicago's best restaurants, but now, he's returned home to cook for the underserved, and he pours a lot of love into his cooking.
Tampa woman turns childhood trauma into mission to help heal other women
A Tampa woman is using her childhood trauma to help other women.