Lutheran Services Florida

While becoming a foster parent is a huge way to impact the lives of children in the foster care system, you can also help by getting involved in other ways. This #NationalFosterCareMonth we hope you pick one way to help improve the lives of foster children in your community. To learn more about volunteering with LSF, supporting our donation drives or becoming a member of our Circle of Hope, visit https://lnkd.in/eD8VdZhw

💙 May is National Foster Care Month, and we're turning our feed blue to show support! Join LSF as we raise awareness, celebrate our foster families and advocate for every child to have a loving home. All month long we will be sharing stories from children and families we serve while explaining the realities of foster care. Follow along and visit https://lnkd.in/eD8VdZhw to learn more about how you can get involved. Together, we can make a big difference in the lives of children in the foster care system. #NationalFosterCareMonth

Have you ever wondered what a CMO is? We took a walk around our Pinellas CMO and spoke with the Program Director, Angela Devore to learn more. Angela also shared the importance of Child Abuse Prevention Month and how prevention is our first line of defense at LSF. If you believe a child is being abuse, call 1-800-962-2873. To learn more about LSF's efforts to put an end to child abuse and find out more about getting involved, visit https://www.lsfnet.org/

We are less than a month out from our first ever Pickleball Fundraiser! LSF is excited to get in the game Friday, May 17 from 6-9 pm at Ardea Country Club. Your $90 registration will include - two hours of gameplay, two meals and four drinks. Most importantly, you will be serving your community while improving your pickleball serve. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your paddle into the game, join us as we rally together for LSF. Space is limited to 30 teams, so get your spot asap! Register today by visiting https://lnkd.in/ewf9S-u8

Our Hillsborough CMO celebrated their first birthday this month and we could not be prouder of our wonderful staff! Program Director, Aneka King and Assistant Program Director Felicia Pizana along with Quadasha Price and Jenelle Allen cooked a breakfast to celebrate a year of operation with their team. Way to go Hillsborough, we look forward to year two!

Sam Sipes's, CEO of LSF, episode of #InTheRing with Héctor Colón is now live! Check out the video below to hear more from Sam about the impact of LSF and the ROI from early intervention. Thank you Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI for having Sam join you, it was a pleasure! https://lnkd.in/g2a2jgZQ

Grab a paddle and let’s rally for a good cause! Join us on the court for an exhilarating evening of pickleball action in our first-ever tournament. Space is limited to 30 teams over 13 courts. There will be King of the Hill play segmented into skill level, so there’s a place for everyone to smash, lob, and dink their way to victory—all while making a positive impact. So grab your paddle, gather your team, and let’s serve up hope together! Sponsorships and tickets are now available. Visit https://lnkd.in/ewf9S-u8 to learn more.

Are you or anyone you know looking for a new opportunity? Join LSF Head Start for a job fair! Working at LSF means being apart of a mission driven team bringing healing, hope, and help to those we serve. Bring your resume to Largo on Saturday, 4/20 as we conduct same-day interviews and job offers. We look forward to seeing you at the job fair!

LSF CEO, Sam Sipes, had the pleasure of joining Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI and Héctor Colón #InTheRing! You can check out Sam's In The Ring with Hector Colon podcast episode tomorrow. April 17. Sam shared insight on the importance of early intervention and its impact on the health and well-being on the people we serve. To learn more about In The Ring with Hector Colon and to view Sam's episode, visit https://lnkd.in/gwP4X557

We are thankful for the continued support of Captain Roger Valdivia and the Fort Myers Police Department and the generosity of the ROTARY CLUB OF FORT MYERS SOUTH FOUNDATION INC. We're excited to enhance our Oasis Youth Shelter, transforming it into a true home for our youth. With the addition of two 75" TVs, a PS5 with games, outdoor games and seating, a volleyball net, board games, a new grill, and more, we're creating a welcoming and comfortable space for the young individuals we serve. It's heartwarming to witness the community rallying together to uplift and empower the next generation in Fort Myers. Your generosity and partnership are making a meaningful difference in the lives of our youth. Thank you for your support!