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: 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, we’re 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 students—day 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 Heroes 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 […]
