News & Updates
FISH Welcomes Mary Jean “MJ” Hays as New Volunteer & Office Coordinator
FISH OF SANCAP is pleased to welcome Mary Jean “MJ” Hays to the team as Volunteer & Office Coordinator. In this role, MJ will coordinate and schedule the many dedicated volunteers who support FISH programs while also assisting with administrative responsibilities...
FISH of SANCAP Seeks Sponsors for 2025 JOG N JAM: Community, Fun, and a Great Cause
FISH OF SANCAP is gearing up for one of the most exciting events of the year — the 2025 JOG N JAM, a two-part celebration blending community spirit, healthy fun, and live music, all while raising critical funds to support neighbors in need. The JOG N JAM kicks off...
Checking In, Cooling Down: FISH Keeps Community Safe in Summer Heat
With temperatures soaring into the 90s and heat indexes climbing even higher, FISH OF SANCAP is reminding the community to take extra care during the summer heat—especially when it comes to seniors. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illness, but...
FISH Hosts August Friendly Faces Luncheon Featuring Periwinkle Park
FISH OF SANCAP invites islanders to gather for good food and great conversation at its next Friendly Faces Luncheon, happening Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 11:00am at the Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. This month’s featured guest is General Manager...
FISH Highlights Summer Financial Struggles for Local Families — And How the Community Can Help
The summer season may bring sunshine and vacations for some, but for many working families in our community, it’s one of the most financially challenging times of the year. FISH OF SANCAP continues to see an increase in local families seeking help during the summer...
Summer Slowdown Hits Hard for Those Facing Food Insecurity
As the summer season settles in and visitor traffic slows in Lee County, many local families, seniors, and workers are facing another kind of slowdown—access to food. FISH OF SANCAP, the islands’ longstanding social services organization, reports that food pantry...
FISH OF SANCAP Responds to Housing Crisis with Support
With a growing number of individuals overwhelmed by housing costs, FISH OF SANCAP is ramping up its efforts to keep island residents and workers housed and supported. According to a June 28, 2025 News-Press article[i], more than half of workers in Lee and Collier...
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FISH Partners with Santiva Islanders to Support Senior Programming, Thanks to Shady Rest Foundation Funding
FISH OF SANCAP is excited to announce a partnership with the Santiva Islanders to enhance community programs for older adults on Sanibel and Captiva. The collaboration focuses on enhancing opportunities for seniors to stay active, social, and connected — all made...