News & Updates
Details for Upcoming JOG N JAM Race and Concert
Excitement is building for JOG N JAM, a signature two-part community fundraiser hosted by FISH OF SANCAP. The event begins on Saturday, November 1, 2025, with a 10K/5K race and kids’ fun run at the Sanibel Community House. The celebration continues on Saturday,...
September 2025 FISHlines
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Hunger Action Month: Standing Together Against Hunger
September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign reminding us that “We Can End Hunger—When We All Work Together.” In Lee County and across Southwest Florida, the need is significant: approximately one in six individuals face food insecurity. According to the...
FISH Welcomes Kimberly “Kim” Baker as Executive Assistant
FISH OF SANCAP is pleased to welcome Kim Baker to the team as Executive Assistant. In this key role, Kim supports the Executive Director and works collaboratively with leadership, staff, and volunteers to advance the mission of FISH. Kim brings extensive professional...
Friendly Faces Luncheon Welcomes Special Guest from United Way, Dementia Sensitivity Training & ReUnite Program
FISH OF SANCAP is inviting friends, neighbors, and visitors to gather for their next Friendly Faces Luncheon on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. The monthly get-together is open to all ages—whether you live...
FISH Services Provide Stability and Hope Through Wraparound Support
When everyday struggles become overwhelming, knowing help is within reach can change everything. That’s the role FISH OF SANCAP continues to play for neighbors working through hardship—offering not just one service, but a network of support that makes it possible to...
FISH Youth Programs Support Local Children All Year Long
With the new school year underway, FISH OF SANCAP is reminding the community about its year-round youth programs designed to support children who live on Sanibel and Captiva—or whose parents work on the islands. From school supplies and food assistance to after-school...
FISH Honors Older Adults and Highlights Senior Programs on National Senior Citizens Day
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day on August 21, FISH OF SANCAP is celebrating the contributions of older adults in the Sanibel and Captiva communities. Established in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan, this national holiday was created to recognize the...
FISH Helps Neighbors Weather Life’s Storms
When hurricanes come and go, the damage they leave behind can stay long after the skies clear. For residents like “Linda,” the road to recovery has been long and uncertain. Thanks to the Helping Hands Emergency Financial Assistance Rent Program at FISH OF SANCAP —...