Gratitude in Action: Our November Highlights
Celebrating Thankfulness: Three Reasons We’re Grateful This Month At New Horizons of SWFL, gratitude is woven into the fabric of our mission. November’s theme of thankfulness gives us a wonderful opportunity to pause and recognize the many blessings that sustain and inspire us. Here are three highlights that make this season especially meaningful: A New […]
Fishing Trip With Freedom Waters Foundation
New Horizons of SWFL is excited to share that we recently participated in the Buoys and Bait Fishing Tournament, a fantastic initiative organized by the Freedom Waters Foundation. This incredible organization is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals facing challenges by providing unique fishing opportunities that build life skills and foster connections with caring […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Terri Pilla
After retiring and relocating to Southwest Florida, Terri Pilla embarked on a civic engagement journey that sparked personal growth and a commitment to community service. “It is wonderful for the soul to help other people,” shared Pilla. Her change from a leisure lifestyle to one focused on giving back showcases her values that are aligned […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Jim Yost
Jim Yost had been involved in the education system for several years when he was approached by friends who volunteered at New Horizons of SWFL asking if he wanted to volunteer there and he decided to check it out with his wife. After coming to the afternoon tutoring sessions a couple of times, they concluded […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Sheila Wade
Sheila has been a teacher her whole life and she loves it. She taught for nearly 30 years to children of all ages. Once it was time to retire, Sheila didn’t know where to go next. “I prayed to God, you know I love teaching, what else can I do? New Horizons was a real […]
