Stories of Impact – Episcopal Children’s Services
When one local mom enrolled her toddler—recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder—into the Head Start program at ECS4Kids, she had every reason to feel uncertain. Communication challenges, social skills, daily routines… everything felt like an uphill climb. But from day one, the ECS4Kids team wrapped her little boy in patience, understanding, and love. Slowly but […]
Meet Our Grantee – Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation
Meet grant recipient Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing comprehensive breast health services to the underserved in Central Florida. Through education, free mammograms, patient navigation, and compassionate support, they ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone. In this video, discover how Libby’s Legacy, founded in honor of Libby Maynard, continues […]
Stories of Impact – Waterwell Farms
In May, a Minneola family found their way to Waterwell Farms, looking for healthy, organic produce to support their son, Mike, who had been diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer just a few months earlier. His parents and wife were determined to give him every possible advantage—including fresh, local food. When they offered to pay, […]
Meet Our Grantee – Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Meet grant recipient Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a dedicated organization on a mission to ensure that no kid sleeps on the floor in our town. Through community-driven bed builds and heartfelt deliveries, they’re providing not just beds, but comfort and dignity to children in need across South Lake.
Stories of Impact – Sleep in Heavenly Peace
A referral came through Child Social Services—a grandparent emergency custody situation involving four children, the youngest just six months old. Life had changed in an instant for this family, and they needed beds—fast. That same evening, thanks to the incredible team at Sleep in Heavenly Peace, beds were delivered and assembled. The five-year-old was right […]
Stories of Impact – Boys and Girls Club of North Central Florida
There’s something incredibly special about watching a young person grow into themselves—and Dajuan’s story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when a community wraps around a child with support, stability, and love. At just 17, Dajuan is already someone we deeply admire. He’s walked a path that many of us can’t imagine—moving through foster […]
Meet Our Grantee – The Neighborhood Center of South Lake
Meet grant recipient The Neighborhood Center of South Lake as they continue their mission to feed and instruct the hungry of South Lake. From pantry shelves to personalized support, their team is making a lasting impact—one neighbor at a time.
Stories of Impact – Easterseals
Here’s a story that reminds us what community care really looks like. This past September, Easterseals’ incredible Health Navigators helped bridge the gap between Hands of Hope America and the Lake County Health Department, making sure that a vital service—free flu vaccines—was available during the Community Outreach Event on September 25, 2024. And it couldn’t […]
Grantee Update – Lake-Sumter State College
The 2025 Nurse Pinning Ceremony was a moving and unforgettable celebration as Lake-Sumter State College recognized the newest class of registered nurses. This emotional and powerful event honored the hard work, dedication, and resilience of our nursing graduates as they took their next step into the healthcare profession. A heartfelt tribute was shared in memory […]
A Timeline of Inspiration – Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida
Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida is helping South Lake neighbors stay safely in the homes they already love. From repairing roofs to installing accessibility features, these aren’t just renovations—they’re acts of dignity and stability. We’re so proud to support a nonprofit that understands: wellness starts at home.