News Celebrating Our Volunteers and the Benefits of Volunteering
Want ideas for volunteering in the Tampa Bay area? Enjoy newsletters offering program and upcoming event updates and volunteers’ firsthand experiences with our programs.
Past Issues
Geared Up News- August 2025
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Rolling With Purpose: Our New Outreach Van Hits the Streets!
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CEO Corner & Teamwork and a Touch of Trash Talk
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We’re Delivering Fresh Food with Real Impact & The Ripple Effect of One Phone Call
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A Golden Night for a Great Cause! & Volunteers Are Steering Seniors Toward Independence
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From Vietnam to Volunteer of the Year & Health Buddies Takes the Stage
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How One Volunteer Became a Lifeline & Classroom Grandparents Are Everywhere
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- June 2025
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“Lucky to Have You”: A Celebration of Volunteer Impact
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CEO Corner & When First Responders and Volunteers Team Up, Lives Change!
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Students are Turning Pages to Brighter Futures & How Jiu-Jitsu Turned Trauma to Triumph
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We’ve Got Hot, New Wheels, and We’re Hitting the Road to Serve You! & Are You Storm Ready?
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Empowering Independence for Seniors with Vision Loss & Pizza, Purpose, and Life Lessons
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No One Should Grieve Alone & Volunteering Becomes a Family Mission
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- April 2025
Highlights:
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Cooking Up Community and Changing Lives!
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CEO Corner & Pasco County Invests in Seniors!
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Helping Seniors Weather the Storm and Furnishing Hope for Veterans
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Volunteer Appreciation Month! & Inspiring Stories of Service
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Volunteer Appreciation Month! & Inspiring Stories of Service (continued)
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Fighting Loneliness with Technology and Phone Calls
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- February 2025
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All That Glitters is Ruby Red! A Dazzling Volunteer Celebration!
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CEO Corner & Generational Differences Make Us Stronger!
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Nat the Elf Delivers Much More Than Holiday Cheer!
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Unseen Heroes Transforming Lives & The Volunteer Who Became Family
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Mentoring Magic: From Struggles to Success & Our Ambassadors Know How To Party!
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Game Day: Where Everyone Can Play! & We’ve Got a Seat at the Table for Seniors in St. Pete!
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- 2024 Impact Report
Highlights:
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Double Your Impact with Suncoast Credit Union
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Recognized as a Leader in Service Excellence
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Tampa Bay Lightning Create a Memorable Night for Grandma Shepherd
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Guess how many volunteer hours you gave in 2024? Now guess higher.
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Learn Why Having a Health Buddy “Feels like Hitting the Lottery”
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They are Super Heroes Living Among Us
- We’re Going Door-to-Door Delivering Hope
Geared Up News- October 2024
Highlights:
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Help Seniors Rebuild After the Storm: Donate to the Disaster Response Fund
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176 Seniors Have Happy Feet & Classroom Grandparents Honored by Mayor Jane Castor
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Hurricane Helene Didn’t Stop Your Support & Health Buddies is Spreading Across Campuses
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Honoring 9/11 at The Franciscan Center & Grandma Ruby Brings Heart to the Classroom
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Humana Foundation is Helping to Build Healthy Lives & Meet the Newest Volunteer Team
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Creating a Safe Place for Veterans & Senior Companion Makes a Heartwarming Connection
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- August 2024
Highlights:
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Come Celebrate With Us! 40th Anniversary Bridging Generations Dinner
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CEO Corner & Community Partner SAGES Recognized on the Kelly Clasrkson Show!
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From Classroom Hero to Homebound & Our Team is Pursuing Even Bigger Goals!
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Support Veterans: Donate Clothing & Classroom Grandparents Shine at Youth STEAM Day
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Not Retired! But, Re-wired for Service! & Pinellas Community Foundation Boosts Senior Well-Being
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Honoring Four Years of Dedication & Have You Ever Dined in the Dark?
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- June 2024
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Thunderous Tribute: Tampa Bay Lightning Honors Classroom Grandmas
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CEO Corner & Junior League of St. Pete is Helping Children Develop Confidence
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A Celebration of Literacy Heroes: “Kids Need Us More Than Ever” Dinner
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“The Right to Read” Screening, 100 Good Guys-St Pete, Walmart
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Health Buddy Honored as “Champion of Compassion” & Honoring Senior Volunteers
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Party Like It’s 1984 at Our Volunteer Celebration!
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- April 2024
Highlights:
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Spectrum Empowers Veterans for Success through Digital Literacy
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CEO Corner & Listen Up! Volunteering Transforms Lives!
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Sheriff’s Association Honors Volunteer & Pinellas Community Foundation
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Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month!
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Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! cont.
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Children and Seniors’ Mental Well-being & Health Buddies Partners with USF
- Thanks to Our Funders!
Geared Up News- February 2024
Highlights:
- Shine Bright, Shine Far, Be a Star!
- CEO Corner & New Upgrades Coming Soon!
- A Mission to Keep Veterans Warm & Staying Connected During the Holidays
- Middle School Boys Need Male Role Models for Success
- Compassionate Care Creates a Change of Heart & We’re Making Students Cry?
- “Are You Depressed?” & Community Support Helps Expand Health Buddies
- Thanks to Our Funders!