St. Matthew’s House Food Distributions Continue Amid Move Into New Warehouse
As the need for food assistance in Collier County continues to grow, the St. Matthew’s House food distribution team is moving into a larger food warehouse.
Shelter Waitlist Continues Growing at an Alarming Rate
With increased inflation across the county, many people are struggling to pay rent causing our shelter waitlist to more than double since October.
St. Matthew’s House Celebrates Volunteers with Appreciation Event
St. Matthew’s House hosted a Volunteer Appreciation event last week to celebrate National Volunteer Week and honor all our selfless volunteers.
St. Matthew’s House Serves Easter Meals to Those in Need
St. Matthew’s House volunteers served over 400 meals to people on Easter Sunday.
Justin’s Place Alumni Returns to Play in Charity Golf Tournament
On Monday, April 11, a crowd of men and women arrived at the Tiburón Golf Club to compete in the 24th annual Dean Lind Memorial Golf Classic. One of those…
St. Matthew’s House Honored with the Harvey Kapnick Award
Earlier this year, at the Celebration of Philanthropy, the Collier Community Foundation honored St. Matthew’s House with the Harvey Kapnick Award.
Residents of Pelican Bay and Pelican Bay Rotary Plan Giant Food Drive to Benefit St. Matthew’s House
Pelican Bay residents have teamed up with homeowners’ associations (HOAs), clubs, and businesses throughout the community to produce what is expected to be the biggest food drive in the 34-year history of St. Matthew’s House. The value of food donations made to last year’s food drive by Pelican Bay residents was over $40,000.
Two Justin’s Place Alumni Thrive as Chefs at LuLu’s Kitchen
Two graduates of our Justin’s Place Recovery Program, Victor Rodriguez and Ryan Schank, are now thriving as full-time chefs at LuLu’s Kitchen.
24 Men and Women Graduate from Justin’s Place
St. Matthew’s House conducted the 36th Justin’s Place graduation for the 24 people who have completed the program and now live a life free from addiction.
Campbell Lodge Sees Increase in Number of Senior Residents
The St. Matthew’s House homeless shelter in Naples, Campbell Lodge, has seen a dramatic increase in residents over the age of 60.
Mayor of LaBelle Awards St. Matthew’s House with a Certificate of Appreciation
On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, the Mayor of LaBelle, Julie Wilkens, awarded St. Matthew’s House with a Certificate of Appreciation.
Partnership with Harry Chapin Food Bank Allows St. Matthew’s House to Distribute Even More Food
Because of our partnership with the Harry Chapin Food Bank, St. Matthew’s House provides food to even more people who are struggling in our community.