People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you CARE. Words alone can’t express how much we care about and love our local community, so we developed State Insurance Cares- Designed to help our local community. Each month State Insurance USA provides a “Love One Another” Donation to a charity nominated by our clients and partners. To view all our past community donations please see below. To nominate a charity close to your heart click here.
August 2021
New Horizons of SWFL
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to – Friends of Lovers Key – a nonprofit developed to help protect, preserve and support Lovers Key State Park.
(Photo: lake Chapman & Megan Zelenak Allers)
July 2021
New Horizons of SWFL
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to – New Horizons of SWFL – a nonprofit that equips K-12 students with the tools they need to be successful in school and life.
(Photo: Linda, Gail, Mary and Jennifer)
June 2021
Kimmie’s Recovery Zone
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to – Kimmie’s Recovery Zone – A Recovery Community Organization (RCO), an independent, non-profit organization led and governed by representatives of local communities of recovery.
(Photo: Gail Langner, Al Kinkle, Blake Chapman )
May 2021
St. Vincent de Paul CARES
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to – St. Vincent de Paul CARES – a non-profit organization committed to ending homelessness: making it rare, brief, and one-time.
(Photo: Gail Langner, Jeremy Harris, Blake Chapman )
April 2021
Kindleigh
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to – Kindleigh – a non-profit organization that makes the world a better place one act of kindness at a time! They help various charities & individuals all around the country! Whether it’s getting critical supplies to the homeless in NYC or gathering school supplies for foster kids in South Florida, they find a way to light the dark by shining their beam of kindness. (Photo: Blake Chapman, Leigh M. Clark, Gail Langner)
Kindleigh.org
March 2021
Lighthouse of SWFL
Our State Insurance Cares donation was given to -The Lighthouse of Southwest Florida – their mission is to enable people of all ages living with a visual impairment or blindness to remain independent, active and productive in our society. They offer rehabilitation and support to people of all ages, from babies to older adults, as well as support and education for their families and caregivers. We were proud to donate to them. (Photo: Carolyn Baker McCord Gail Alldaffer Langner)
https://www.lighthouseofswfl.org/
February 2021
Laces of Love
The Laces of Love Charitable Foundation – a 501-c-3 not-for-profit organization that provides NEW shoes (usually sneakers) to low-income and disadvantaged children in Collier and Lee Counties, Florida, and educates the public about the needs of these children. We were honored to donate to them. (Photo: Susy, Blake & Gail)
https//:lacesoflove.org
January 2021
The Everglades Wonder Garden
The Everglades Wonder Garden is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in Bonita Springs, caring for more than 300 resident animals, upgrading wildlife enclosures, growing the botanical beauty of the property, adding education programs and events, and further engaging the community. We were honored to help them.(Photo: Jacob Winge & Gail Langner)
https://wondergardens.org/
January 2021
Fort Myers Woman’s Club
The Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club was organized by a group of community women in 1950 to benefit the residents of Fort Myers Beach through philanthropic activities along with a long range venture with the Beach Improvement Association.
fmb-wc.org
November/December 2020
Cape Coral Community Foundation
The Cape Coral Community Foundation partners with individuals, families and corporations to facilitate and administer philanthropic efforts. They connect their supporters with critical needs in the community and beyond.
capecoralcf.org
October 2020
Partners For breast Cancer Care
Partners for Breast Cancer Care, Inc. is a unique organization that is dedicated to serving our community’s women and men who desperately need our help. They fund breast screening, diagnostic testing and treatment for underserved women and men in Lee, Hendry, Glades, Collier and Charlotte Counties at no cost to them.
pfbcc.org
October 2020
Making Strides of Southwest Florida
The American Cancer Society started Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks to unite communities in the fight against this deadly disease. Today, Making Strides is the largest network of breast cancer events in the nation!
acsevents.org
September 2020
The Shelter Naples
THE MISSION of The Shelter is to lead and collaborate with the community to Prevent, Protect and Prevail over domestic violence and human trafficking through advocacy, empowerment and social change. Their VISION is a community free from domestic violence and human trafficking, where individuals and families can live in safety and peace.
https://naplesshelter.org/
September 2020
Wings of Shelter
Founded by Lowell and Sally Senitz, Wings of Shelter Int’l, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the intervention and prevention of domestic sex trafficking. Together, We Can Make a Difference!
http://wingsofshelter.org/
August 2020
Senior Paws Sanctuary
Senior Paws Sanctuary, Inc. is a locally recognized non-profit 501(C)3 animal rescue center in Southwest Florida (SWFL) focusing primarily on senior dogs. that have been left behind in their older years and other dogs that wind up in local shelters with medical needs.
www.seniorpawssanctuary.com
July 2020
Hope Community Outreach
There are 2400 children in SWFL that are presently in foster care. HOPE 4 Kids along with other community partners provides for the needs of these children and the families who are for them.
June 2020
In-Patient Pharmacy Department at Gulf Coast Medical Center
For our Love One Another donation this month we arranged for 3 Pepper Burrito Co to delivery lunch to the In-Patient Pharmacy Department at Gulf Coast Medical Center. These unsung heroes prepare and dispense medications for the entire hospital. It was great to meet Amy and Farah in person! We’re honored to have blessed them in some small way. Thank you 3 Pepper! Your catering and kindness are above and beyond!
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May 2020
Gulf Coast Medical Center
We wanted to bless the ER staff at Gulf Coast Medical Center, too, after last night’s food delivery to the COVID unit. At the last moment Citrola’s on Mcgregor was again willing to cook after hours and deliver at 10 pm for the night shift. Thank you medical heroes and Rich Citrola and team for going above and beyond!
#oneteam #protectingyo
April 2020
COVID 19 Unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center
We managed to squeak in one more April Love One Another donation at 10:00 pm tonight. With the amazing coordination of Marie Septimus-Duroseau, we asked Citrola’s on Mcgregor and owner Rich Citrola and team to deliver meals to the COVID Unit night shift at Gulf Coast Medical Center. The ER Staff was happy to help!
#oneteam #protectingyour
March 2020
Health Park Care Center
Our Love One Another donation this month was a little different. Because of our fabulous clients, our team was able to partner with Nick & Stella’s Family Sports Pub.
State Insurance USA covered the food cost and they delivered food to the doctors and nurses at Healthpark Care Center today. This wonderful family owned restaurant has endured a few months of hardship, but are still doing all they can to give back during this unprecedented time.
March 2020
Premiere Mobile Health Services
The first Non-profit Mobile Clinic in Southwest Florida. Their experienced medical professionals put your healing needs first. Proud to provide a high quality level of customer service, medical experience, and commitment to health and wellness to all patients. Their goal is to make you feel better as quickly as possible.
February 2020
GiGi’s Playhouse
The journey of GiGi’s Playhouse Fort Myers began with the dedication of area families in 2014, and officially opened on July 29, 2017—making it the 33rd GiGi’s Playhouse Down syndrome achievement center across North America and the 2nd in Florida. Centrally located in Fort Myers, they serve families across all Southwest Florida communities.
January 2020
ECHO
For nearly four decades, ECHO has been equipping and empowering hungry families with knowledge and the life-giving grace of God. ECHO has impacted millions of lives by teaching small-scale, sustainable farming methods so families can provide for themselves and their communities. By tackling hunger at the source, ECHO’s growing hope from the ground up.
December 2019
Make-A-Wish
Make-A-Wish serves a unique, and vital, role in helping strengthen and empower children battling critical illnesses.We were thrilled to visit the team and give them a check for our monthly Love One Another donation. We hope they can use this to bless a needy child.
#oneteam #protectingyou
November 2019
Hearts & Homes for Veterans
Hearts and Homes for Veterans, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit corporation that was created on March 25, 2013. Its purpose is to support homeless veterans, and their families, who find themselves without the necessities of everyday life.
October 2019
Hope Hospice
Hope Hospice provides specialized care for all people with complex needs related to life-changing illness. For over 40 years, Hope has provided comfort and compassion to those in need. If you know someone who needs help, please call 239-482-4673 or 800-835-1673 or click link below
September 2019
Samaritan’s Purse
Samaritan’s Purse mobilizes staff and equipment and enlists thousands of volunteers to provide emergency aid to victims of tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other natural disasters in the United States.W e made sure to donate to this organization right after Hurricane Dorian to help provide some relief.
www.samaritanspurse.org
August 2019
Love A Child, Inc
Love A Child, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian humanitarian organization, serving the needs of children in Haiti. Founders Bobby and Sherry Burnette live year-round in Fond Parisien, Haiti at the Love A Child Orphanage. They are full-time missionaries who minister to the poorest of the poor in Haiti. Working to spread the Word of God, showing Christ’s love by example, Love A Child’s team focuses on easing suffering, providing nourishment, and changing lives in the name of Jesus.
July 2019
Meals of Hope
The Mission of Meals of Hope is “To inspire and empower communities to come together to end hunger.” Meals of Hope began as a food packing organization, and are the only food packing organization with a priority on keeping the food packed within the United States. They developed five meals specifically designed for the American palate with added vitamins, minerals and proteins to supplement an unbalanced diet.
June 2019
Partners for Breast Cancer Care
Partners for Breast Cancer Care, Inc. is a unique organization that is dedicated to serving our community’s women and men who desperately need our help. They fund breast screening, diagnostic testing and treatment for underserved women and men in Lee, Hendry, Glades, Collier and Charlotte Counties at no cost to them.
May 2019
Golden Halo Awards Finalist Schools
The awards program recognizes excellence in private Christian schools throughout Southwest Florida. One winner per three grade levels – See more at:
https://fortmyers.org/golden-halo-awards-finalists-honored-8th-annual-awards-dinner/
April 2019
Eva’s Closet
A Non Profit Organization whose mission is to to provide assistance to people in need, regardless of situation or circumstance, without judgement.
March 2019
Blessing In A Backpack
No child should have to face the weekend — 65 hours — not knowing when he or she will eat next.As a Blessings in a Backpack donor, they help make hunger-free weekends a reality for children facing food insecurity. A $130 donation will feed a child for one full school year! Donations of all sizes can be made online. Click link below if you would like to learn more or make a donation.
February 2019
Golisano Children’s Hospital
The Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida – a standalone, state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2017 – is on a mission to deliver vital and lifesaving care for children and their families throughout the region. Our highly trained staff believes that every child is special. Children deserve innovative care in an environment that soothes anxiety and fear.
January 2019
Beautiful Feet
Unlocking God-given purpose one step at a time through intentional physical, spiritual, educational, and economic transformation.
December 2018
One More Child
To bring hope to hurting children, to show that the love of Jesus changes lives and to impact the life of One More Child. From the opening of their first orphanage in 1904 to present-day ministries that have expanded to provide safe, stable, Christian homes and services to children and families in need across the state and around the globe, we are honored to be helping children in tangible ways.
November 2018
Abuse Counseling & Treatment
ACT offers our 24-hour helpline, 3 safe shelters, children’s program, counseling, (both individual and group), economic empowerment program which includes financial and health literacy, life skills education, job skills evaluation and training along with GED assistance and ESOL.
October 2018
Valerie’s House
Valerie’s House provides open-ended peer support groups and activities for children to heal after a significant loss in their life. Valerie’s House is not a formal counseling center, it is a community and a platform for individuals to come together, and share and mentor one another through grief. There is nothing of this kind in Southwest Florida