New platform links Tampa Bay donors to nonprofits losing funding

Nonprofits across Tampa Bay are facing a squeeze. Federal programs are cutting grants. State budgets are tightening. Hillsborough County is preparing to phase out many recurring local grants. At the

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Charity Bridge Fund logo featuring three stylized bridge arches in blue, orange and light blue above the organization’s name.
St. Pete YMCA’s new CEO sets belonging as top priority

New CEO Nicci Bucher is leading the St. Pete YMCA with a focus on belonging, partnerships and community growth.

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Nicci Bucher, newly appointed CEO of the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, stands outside a YMCA facility, smiling confidently. The YMCA logo is displayed beside her.
Steve King leaves Meals on Wheels Tampa stronger than he found it

Steve King looks back on two decades that reshaped Meals on Wheels Tampa and strengthened support for the city’s homebound seniors.

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Steve King accepts his award at TBBW Apogee Awards while speaking from the stage.
Girl Scouts of West Central Florida name 2026 Women of Distinction honorees

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida has announced the 2026 Women of Distinction honorees who represent the region’s strongest leaders in service and community impact.

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2026 Women of Distinction honorees from Girl Scouts of West Central Florida with headshots and titles.
United Way Suncoast CEO heads south to helm Sarasota foundation

Jessica Muroff leaves United Way Suncoast to become CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, strengthening Tampa Bay’s nonprofit network.

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Jessica Muroff, incoming president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.
Meet the Tampa Army vet powering new startups

Army veteran Valerie Lavin is helping Tampa Bay’s veterans and first responders turn service into successful startups.

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Action Zone staff and volunteers connect with veterans, first responders and aspiring entrepreneurs across Tampa Bay.
Tampa’s Meals On Wheels names new CEO

Meals On Wheels of Tampa ushers in a new era as community leader Mandy Cloninger steps in to guide its mission forward.

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Meals On Wheels of Tampa headquarters building with a modern gray and red exterior, showcasing the nonprofit’s heart and utensils logo on the front facade.
St. Petersburg YMCA CEO David Jezek reflects on 42 years of leadership

YMCA CEO David Jezek closes a 42-year career shaped by service, collaboration and community leadership in St. Petersburg.

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Portrait of David Jezek beside the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg logo, marking his retirement after 42 years of service.