Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Bus at Cypress SKC
Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Bus at Cypress Super Kids Club Volunteers, staff, and super students gather 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 […]
A Best Christmas Ever, Right at Homeâ
A Best Christmas Ever, Right at Home This past December, one of our New Horizons families was selected to receive a Best Christmas Ever, and the celebration brought joy and hope right into their home. Through Best Christmas Ever, families are nominated by local organizations and selected to receive a meaningful, in-home Christmas experience. This […]
Donor-Advised Giving Fund vs. Private Foundation: Whatâs Right for You? â
Donor-Advised Giving Fund vs. Private Foundation: Whatâs Right for You? At New Horizons of SWFL we want to empower you to steward your resources in the most effective and joy-filled way. As generous people, many of us want not just to give, but to build a legacy of generosity. Two of the most common vehicles […]
đ Community Partners Who Made a Difference
Celebrating the Community That Made Summer Shine âď¸ This summer was unforgettable for our Super Kids and Super Teens, and it wouldnât have been possible without the support, generosity, and heart of our incredible community partners. From donated meals and school supplies to inspiring guest visits and volunteer led activities, our students experienced the strength […]
Leading Through Service
Super Teens Lead Through Service at Bonita Springs Assistance Office This summer, students from our Super Teens Leadership Camp embraced leadership not only in words, but in action: stepping up to serve their community in meaningful ways. Super Teens, club directors, and Bonita Springs Assistance Office team and volunteersâready to serve together! It all began […]
đ Graduation Ceremony: Celebrating the Class of 2025
We are proud to announce that this yearâs graduation ceremony marked a historic milestone for New Horizons, celebrating our largest graduating class to date â 21 remarkable students. Although three graduates were unable to attend, the Covenant Church of Naples was filled with pride, joy, and celebration as families, staff, mentors, and supporters came together […]
Striving For Success
by: Jillian Rameau Brothers Quay Longs and Jamaree Jones were striving for success at an early age. During his years at FGCU, Jamaree (JJ) found himself looking to volunteer and came across New Horizons of Southwest Florida. He was passionate about impacting the community throughyouth development and completed over 300 hours during his undergrad. Quay quickly became interested in giving back […]
Service Spotlight- Wendy Kephart
by:Â Jillian Rameau After growing up in Ohio, and finishing her college education, Wendy Kephart set out to Chicago with the intent to teach 5th grade students. At the time, jobs were scarce due to the draft detriments during the Vietnam War, however through a mutual friend, Wendy found work at Continental Bank (now Bank of […]
Meet Our Volunteers: Stories of Faithful Service (Part 1)
Celebrating the Heart Behind the Mission This Volunteer Appreciation Week, weâre honored to share the stories of some of the amazing individuals who make our work at New Horizons of SWFL possible. Their commitment, compassion, and servant hearts create lasting impact in the lives of our super studentsâday in and day out. In Part 1 […]
Empowering Super Girls in Science
Empowering Super Girls in Science: A Partnership with Judith MacGregor, the AAUW, and FGCU Heroesâ At New Horizons of SWFL, we’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of leaders. Our partnership with Judith MacGregor, the American Association of University Women (AAUW), and Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) has been making a profound impact on our students for […]