by Denise Popiolek | Jan 21, 2026 | Neighbors in Readiness
When a storm is approaching, every minute counts. Whether you live on our islands, work here, or both, FISH is here to help! Knowing your evacuation zone ahead of time can make all the difference. This month, take a few moments to learn about your zone, plan your...
by Denise Popiolek | Jan 21, 2026 | Neighbors in Readiness
Are you ready for the next hurricane? Now is the time to make sure! As a United Way–designated Resiliency Hub, FISH of SanCap works year-round with partners across Southwest Florida to help families prepare, stay connected during storms, and recover together. Before...
by Denise Popiolek | Apr 15, 2025 | Volunteer Stories
It didn’t take Maggi Feiner long to realize volunteerism flowed through her veins. “In high school, I worked as a candy striper,” which is a hospital volunteer, she recalled. “Working with patients was rewarding, and I realized then I wanted a life working with...
by Denise Popiolek | Mar 25, 2025 | Client Stories
I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to FISH, CFI and the Sanibel Captiva Chamber for awarding my small floral business, Florabel, a grant from the Sanibel-Captiva Recovery Fund. From replanting my raised garden beds (for growing local flowers used in my...
by Denise Popiolek | Mar 14, 2025 | Client Stories
“The Captiva Civic Association is so grateful to have received a grant thought the SanCap Recovery fund. When hurricanes Helene and Milton hit our islands, FISH came to the rescue and helped us set up a relief center at the CCA to provide emergency supplies and good...
