From player to coach: Man brings tennis passion to kids in St. Pete community
Coach Rob Perry is teaching kids how to hit a tennis ball in his South St. Pete community through his free program "Sowing Seeds Tennis." He said coaching tennis is more than trying to find the next great tennis star.
Mother, daughter bond thanks to treatment funded by March of Dimes
A Bay Area mother credits research and discoveries funded by the March of Dimes with saving the life of her premature baby.
St. Pete non-profit creates learning experience tailored to children with autism
Children with autism who may often fall behind or lose interest in a school environment are blossoming at a St. Petersburg non-profit.
Woman helps families cope with stillbirth, neonatal loss through 'Footprints On My Heart'
To help herself and families cope with the loss of a newborn, Raynna Hammon started "Footprints On My Heart." They provide free services for parents and their families coping with the loss of a stillborn or neonatal baby.
Bay Area non-profit that clothes kids expands, needs donations
Children are constantly growing out of clothes and many families on a tight budget often struggle to pay for new wardrobes, but a Bay Area organization is helping ease the burden.
Construction worker rekindles photography passion in retirement, gets featured in special exhibit
A construction worker turned photographer is one of many senior citizens to be featured in a special exhibit at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts.
‘I have enjoyed life’: 105-year-old Tampa woman says secret to life is a daily martini
A Tampa woman who has spent more than a century in Florida recently shared words of wisdom while celebrating her 105th birthday at the Unisen Senior Living facility.
Girls of the World empowers young girls to become strong women
As a teen mom, Lea Manningham had a lot of struggles to reach her goal of owning her own business. Now that she's achieved her dream, she's lifting young girls by providing mentorship classes. Her effort to help them find success too is what's right with Tampa Bay.
St. Petersburg STEM program earns founder national award
Elementary school teacher Rafael Robinson has won a lot of awards, but he is most proud of his work giving kids an education in STEM subjects. How Rafael is bridging the educational gap in South St. Petersburg is what's right with Tampa Bay.
Bay Area group needs help sending foster families on free trip to Disney World
A Bay Area organization that provides presents to foster children at Christmastime wants to send foster families on a magical vacation.
Academy of Holy Names students bring fun for local migrant children in mission trip
Academy of Holy Names Catholic School students stayed local for their annual mission trip due to the pandemic. They provided the fun for children at the Plant City Migrant Trailer Community Park.
Organization dressing Hillsborough County students for 20 years
A Hillsborough County organization is celebrating 20 years providing clothing and other essential items to students.
Foster teens learn life skills at sea before aging out of system
Many young adults aging out of the foster care system have a difficult time starting life on their own, but a new project is helping them find success.
Love for music led Tampa woman to start non-profit for music education
When public school budgets are cut, music departments are often first on the chopping block. One national organization is playing a different tune to help kids from Tampa Bay and across the globe make beautiful music.
Women's charitable group funds life-saving technology at St. Joseph's Hospital
March is Women's History Month and FOX 13 is are highlighting a group of women who are making a difference at a Bay Area hospital.
Volunteer stories: The backbone of Metropolitan Ministries
Volunteers and donors are a big part of the success of Metropolitan Ministries. Tom Cornett has been volunteering for years. His effort of giving back to the community is what's right with Tampa Bay.