Photography by Nate Chappell Leadership, teamwork, and problem solving are just a few of the invaluable skills that summer camps teach our youth. At Camp Fire Sunshine Central Florida, kids discover their “spark” and make powerful memories along the way. Annual...
TianVica Equine Therapy helps people get strong and stay strong Photography by Jordan Weiland From the moment I walked in to TiAnViCa Riding Academy, I knew it was a special place. The welcoming culture, intentionally created by the owners, Sara and Roger...
Embracing the Philanthropic Spirit Lakeland is rich with people who, affected by George Jenkins’ legacy of philanthropy, are inspired to leave this world better than they found it. If you open your eyes and look around, you are sure to find someone helping somewhere....
How a Lakeland girl learned that true self-worth comes from giving back Photography by Tina Sargeant The Lakelander:Many Lakelanders know you, but for those who don’t, tell us a bit of your history. Alice O’Reilly: I only have one claim to fame — I was the first baby...
When kids succeed, we all win Photography by Tina Sargeant Six thousand babies are born each year in Polk County. And, each year, Polk County has six thousand opportunities to create a better and brighter future, a stronger community for itself. The Early Learning...