As the summer season arrives on Sanibel and Captiva Islands, it comes with a quiet but pressing challenge—seasonal slowdowns in both work hours and charitable giving. FISH OF SANCAP is proud to announce a continued partnership with Jerry’s Foods to offer a simple way for shoppers to help neighbors in need: pre-made food pantry grocery bags available for purchase at Jerry’s, located at 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.
These thoughtfully assembled bags contain pantry staples most requested by FISH clients—items that provide nourishment, comfort, and stability during uncertain times. Once purchased, Jerry’s staff ensures the bags are delivered directly to the FISH Food Pantry, where they’re distributed to families and individuals facing food insecurity.
“Summer is often our most difficult season,” says Maria Espinoza, Executive Director of FISH. “Tourism slows down, hours are cut for local workers, snowbirds return north, and our pantry donations drop significantly—right when the need remains high. These food bags are a significant way to pay it forward and offer a hand up to someone who may be struggling.”
FISH continues to see a rise in requests for food assistance, especially among the workforce and seniors living on fixed incomes. Skyrocketing grocery prices and the lasting effects of recent hurricanes make everyday decisions like whether to buy food or pay rent an impossible choice for too many islanders.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Jerry’s Foods for being such a steady partner,” Espinoza adds. “They’ve always shared our vision of community support and have gone above and beyond to make giving back accessible and easy.”
The pre-packed bags are located near the front of the store, clearly marked for donation to FISH. Whether you live on the islands year-round or are just visiting, your purchase of a bag helps support an individual or family working hard to get back on their feet.
