Tales of Our Volunteer Heroes and Life-Changing Community Service Programs

In just 3 months, we've furnished the homes of 125 Tampa Bay veterans who were impacted by recent hurricanes or transitioning from temporary housing to permanent stability. These aren’t just couches and beds—they’re symbols of hope. For many, the furniture replaced...

Jerry sat terrified on his kitchen table for hours as the flood waters rose to over three feet. Francis was in the hospital when Hurricane Milton hit, overcome with fear that her dog, who was at home alone, wouldn’t survive the storm. Arthur lost all his belongings,...

We were honored as the January featured charitable organization at the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office. Thanks to the leadership of Mike Fasano and the generosity of Pasco County residents, your donations are making a difference in the lives of seniors who need it...

Loneliness tells us lies and strips us of our humanity. It makes up stories about who we are and the world around us. Human connection shines light into this darkness. I recently listened to a podcast where the host interviewed a Navy SEAL. He shared something that...

Imagine moving into a new home after years of uncertainty, only to face the daunting task of rebuilding your life from scratch. For many veterans, this is a reality. But thanks to Operation: Veteran Connect and the incredible support of the Humana Foundation, veterans...

There’s nothing quite like rolling up your sleeves with neighbors and friends to honor a great legacy. This past MLK Day of Service, four outstanding AmeriCorps programs joined forces at The Franciscan Center in Tampa to embody Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of...

We’re thrilled to share our very own Health Buddies Program Manager, Aria has been appointed by the Mayor as a commission member on the St. Petersburg Commission on Aging. Since 1973, this group of dedicated volunteer leaders has been advocating for seniors in St....

Who doesn’t love a good game of Bingo or a round of Monopoly? Board games bring back cherished memories of family gatherings and friendly competition. But imagine losing your ability to join in the fun because of failing eyesight. That’s the reality for many older...

Ambassadors are the secret sauce behind helping seniors find the volunteer opportunity of their dreams, and they are equally skilled at helping show these volunteers how much we appreciate their service. We had an absolute blast seeing all our volunteers’ smiling...