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JOG N JAM Race Brings Community Together for a Day of Fun and Giving Back
The annual JOG N JAM 10K/5K/Kids’ Run on Nov. 1 brought together runners and the Sanibel-Captiva community for a morning filled with fitness, fun, and giving back. This year’s event welcomed an impressive 505 registered runners from across Florida, the Northeast,...
FISH of SanCap Seeks Community Support Amid SNAP Program Uncertainty
As the federal government shutdown continues, uncertainty surrounds the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides food benefits for millions of Americans. While it remains unclear whether funding will continue without interruption, FISH of...
FISH Helps Local Worker Recover from Medical Emergency
While working full-time on Sanibel, a single woman suddenly faced a dental emergency that threw her finances off course. An unplanned oral surgery, post-surgery complications and lost wages from missed work quickly spiraled into late rent, overdue utilities, and car...
Community Thanksgiving Meal
Thanksgiving is a time to gather, share a meal, and be reminded of what community really means. This year, FISH of SanCap (FISH) is once again bringing neighbors together for a Thanksgiving meal filled with gratitude, joy, and the spirit of giving. The FISH Community...
Sweet Holiday Fun: FISH of SanCap Invites Kids to Gingerbread House Workshop
FISH of SanCap, in partnership with Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, is inviting children ages 18 and under to join in some festive fun at a free Gingerbread House Workshop on Tuesday, December 3, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Saint Michael’s Parish Hall,...
November Friendly Faces Luncheon Featuring SHINE Program Manager Camilita Aldridge
FISH of SanCap invites the community to its November Friendly Faces luncheon on Tuesday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sanibel Community House. Guests will enjoy a meal provided by Great White Grill while learning valuable information about Medicare’s Open...
FISH Steps In to Support an Island Friend After Loss
– Life can change in an instant — something one of our island neighbors knows all too well. After caring for her partner through a long period of poor health, she recently faced a heartbreaking loss when he passed. In the difficult months that followed, FISH of SanCap...
FISH and Local Business Owner Partner Help Neighbor in Crisis
FISH of SanCap is proud to recognize one of its valued community partners, Sharon Michie, owner of Cottages to Castles, whose quick thinking recently made all the difference for a neighbor in crisis. The neighbor wishes to remain anonymous. When an unexpected...