Community reviews highlight trust, compassion, and lasting impact
FISH of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc. (FISH of SanCap) has once again earned the Top-Rated Nonprofit designation from GreatNonprofits, marking 2025 as another year of strong community support and positive reviews from those who know FISH best—clients, volunteers, donors, partners, and neighbors.
The Top-Rated badge reflects consistent, high-quality feedback shared throughout the year and speaks to the role FISH continues to play on Sanibel and Captiva. Reviews describe not only the help received, but the way it’s delivered—with care, respect, and a genuine sense of connection.
“FISH is a vital and exemplary non-profit on our island . . . Our non-profit hospital, CROW, The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife works closely with FISH as they provide several services that aid our staff, students and volunteers. Several of our team members utilize their food pantry, furniture distribution, tax services, children’s camps and educational classes. We here at CROW deeply appreciate the partnership we share with FISH.
Another reviewer reflected on what their contributions to FISH mean, “I’ve been a donor to FISH of Sanibel-Captiva for years, and it’s an organization I’m proud to stand behind. They do an incredible amount of good for our community—supporting seniors, families, and individuals when they need it most, often before anyone else even realizes there’s a need. What I appreciate most about FISH is that they know the community, they listen, and they respond in meaningful ways that truly make a difference in people’s lives. I’m especially happy to support FISH by sponsoring the first half of the 2026 Friendly Faces Luncheons. Programs like this strengthen connection and remind people that they belong to a community that cares.”
For more than 40 years, FISH has served the islands as a true neighbors-helping-neighbors organization. Today, FISH operates as the only wrap-around social service provider on Sanibel and Captiva, offering support across four core program areas: Food Programs, Island-Based Education, Senior Services, and Helping Hands. Current services include the food pantry and meal programs, senior support and transportation, emergency financial assistance, education and workforce support, and long-term recovery services following Hurricanes Ian, Helene, and Milton.
“Top-Rated nonprofits are inspiring, high-impact organizations that are making a real difference in their communities,” said Perla Ni, Founder and CEO of GreatNonprofits. “This award is based entirely on reviews from people who have direct experience with the nonprofit’s work, making it a meaningful and trusted seal of approval.”
“This recognition means so much because it comes directly from our community,” said Maria Espinoza, Executive Director of FISH. “Every review reflects a real moment in someone’s life when help mattered. We’re grateful to our donors, partners, volunteers, and staff who make it possible for FISH to continue showing up for our neighbors, day in and day out.”
As the islands continue to recover and adjust to ongoing challenges, FISH remains focused on meeting people where they are—providing steady, practical support and working with trusted partners to ensure no one falls through the cracks.
Read additional reviews for the FISH organization on the GreatNonprofits website, https://greatnonprofits.org/org/f-i-s-h-of-sanibel-captiva-inc.
