Book bus helping kids stay engaged with learning throughout Pinellas County
Spreading the joy of reading to kids in Pinellas County is the mission of The Summer School Bus.
Tampa organizations partner to teach kids how to swim and the importance of water safety
Two organizations are coming together to teach kids water lessons.
Bay area woman who is deaf, partially blind becomes published author
A Tampa Bay area woman has certainly faced challenges in life, but she's finally accomplished her dream of becoming a published author.
Children at the Palm Harbor Rec Center making a difference in their community
Children at the Palm Harbor Rec Center are doing more than fun and games. They're also learning how to give back to their community.
Crystal River animal sanctuary helps injured and forgotten animals
An animal sanctuary in Crystal River houses injured and forgotten animals.
Volunteers at the Disabled American Veterans office help vets navigate the VA
Three retired veterans are giving back to their band of brothers by helping vets find the services they need.
Former Next Generation Ballet dancer helping other students achieve their dreams
A former Next Generation Ballet at the Straz student is having big success as a professional dancer, and now he is back to help other students reach their dreams.
Paralyzed woman earning master's degree while in veteran's hospital
Retired military veteran Ashley Williams is proof that there's nothing you can't achieve if you put your mind to it.
Five Florida art teachers selected to participate in Hermitage Artist Retreat
A group of Florida art teachers has been selected to participate in a very prestigious art retreat.
Tampa teen makes pet ID tags for dogs and cats waiting to get adopted
A 15-year-old is helping make sure pets don't get lost. The teen uses a laser engraver to make temporary pet ID tags for dogs and cats awaiting adoption.
Winter Haven non-profit foundation helping kids with disabilities water ski
A group called Ann's Angels is making participating in water sports easier for children with physical disabilities.
'Pizza for Pets' helps pets in long term shelters find forever homes
A Tampa women is on a crusade to get dogs out of shelters. Lauri Partanto is the owner of Professional Pets Florida.
Brooksville seniors bitten by acting bug find fountain of youth with new drama club
Residents at a senior living facility in Brooksville are causing all kinds of drama with their newly formed club.
Retired Hershey’s chocolatier makes sweet treats for Southeastern Guide Dogs students and staff
A retired researcher for the Hershey Company is using his love of chocolate to help a Bay Area non-profit.
Manatee non-profit connects military families with dogs
Military families who have lost a loved one struggle putting their lives back together. Southeastern Guide Dogs help these families heal with a special program.
Freedom 4 Miler run in Tampa raises money for Gold Star Families
An organization that helps families of fallen soldiers is holding a race that benefits Gold Star Families in Tampa.
Bradenton project hopes to help people out of homelessness
A new Bradenton project is hoping to take families from poverty to stability. Hope Village will sit on 40 acres of land. It's a temporary housing program for families facing homelessness.
The Florida Center for Early Childhood raising $500k for campus updates
To help the students, the Florida Center for Early Childhood has started a campaign called "Learn through Exploration, Activity and Play or "LEAP."
Local restaurant helping to make veterans dream come true
Finding comfortable housing for injured vets is a huge issue, but a local restaurant is helping to solve the problem.
Tampa running club fosters friendships with post-run beers at Irish 31
A Bay Area running club forges friendships as athletes pound the pavement.