by Maggie Goldsmith | Jul 13, 2026 | Client Stories, Latest News
When a sudden accident left one local worker unable to earn an income, the impact went beyond physical recovery. It created immediate financial strain, uncertainty around housing, and rising medical costs. Through timely support, FISH of Sanibel-Captiva stepped in to...
by Maggie Goldsmith | Apr 29, 2026 | Client Stories, Latest News
FISH of SanCap continues to help neighbors move through crisis and toward stability, offering support that meets people where they are and helps them take the next step forward. One local mother recently shared her experience after receiving assistance from FISH. Her...
by Maggie Goldsmith | Mar 11, 2026 | Client Stories, Latest News
At FISH of SanCap, the food pantry is one of the many ways neighbors help neighbors when extra support is needed. For one local mother raising three children, that support has helped her continue providing for her family while navigating the everyday costs of work,...
by Maggie Goldsmith | Feb 26, 2026 | Client Stories, Latest News
At 60 years old, living alone and facing unexpected health issues, one local neighbor never imagined she would need to rely on a food pantry. But after losing her job—and with it, her employer-provided health insurance—she says the FISH Food Pantry has helped her stay...
by Maggie Goldsmith | Feb 20, 2026 | Client Stories, Latest News
FISH of SanCap is sharing an important update to its Smile Box program, a senior outreach program that delivers hand-selected surprises and connection to older neighbors across the islands. Since its creation, the Smile Box program has focused on letting seniors know...
by Maggie Goldsmith | Nov 17, 2025 | Client Stories, Latest News
A single mom who works on Captiva shared her heartfelt thanks to FISH of SanCap (FISH) and Social Services Director, Nitza Lopez, for the helping hand that kept her and her daughter in their home. FISH, the islands’ social service organization, provides assistance...
