Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Bus at Cypress Super Kids Club
We recently celebrated an exciting milestone for New Horizons of SWFL with a ribbon cutting event at our Cypress Super Kids Club, marking the arrival of a new bus made possible by the generosity of supporters at our January 2025 Gala, Sail to Success.
This new bus has been serving students across the Fort Myers and Estero area since the summer, ensuring Super Kids and Super Teens have safe, reliable transportation from school to our clubs each afternoon. Transportation is a critical part of our mission, and this addition strengthens our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality programming to the students and families we serve.
The celebration brought together volunteers, board members, staff, donors, and our super students. Guests gathered as they waited for the students to arrive from school aboard the new bus. As it pulled up, music filled the air and cheers, smiles, and dancing welcomed the students, setting the tone for a joyful and meaningful afternoon.
Once the students gathered at the club, Dr. Linda Cunning, CEO of New Horizons of SWFL, introduced Jim Jost, Chairman of the Board of Directors, who shared remarks highlighting the importance of transportation to the organization’s work.
“Thank you to all of our supporters,” Jost said. “Buses are integral to our success. We pick students up after school and bring them safely to our clubs. We cannot deliver the quality programs we’re known for without the fleet we have. Maintaining and updating that fleet is essential, and it’s only possible because of the continued support of our donors.”
Following the remarks, the ribbon was officially cut, marking the start of this new chapter. The celebration continued as everyone shared cake, conversation, and time together with the Super Kids, an opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate what’s possible through community support.
This ribbon cutting was more than a ceremonial moment; it was a powerful reminder of how generosity turns into tangible impact. Because of the donors who supported Sail to Success, students in the Fort Myers area now have dependable transportation and continued access to the care, consistency, and encouragement offered through New Horizons of SWFL.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who made this moment possible and who continues to invest in the future of our super students.
A video capturing the joy, ribbon cutting, and community celebration at Cypress Super Kids Club.