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Glass table featuring sea turtles, artwork by Robert Wyland

Naples businessman donates Wyland artwork to support community programs

NAPLES, Fla. — St. Matthew’s House is grateful for a recent donation of Wyland artwork...

Volunteer receiving an award while being congratulated by a group of people

St. Matthew’s House honors dedicated volunteers in Naples

NAPLES, Fla. — St. Matthew’s House honored three of its most dedicated volunteers this week...

Artist drawing a woman's portrait using a red charcoal pencil

Naples portrait artist explores new theme with St. Matthew’s House

NAPLES, Fla. — In the time Wendy Wagner has sketched countless faces, she’s heard just...

Empty newborn hospital bassinet with a blanket inside

Lee Health links newborn withdrawals to Kratom

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Blake Goucher struggled with drug addiction for years. The last time...

Woman and teenage boy standing behind many boxes of donated items

Teen’s record-breaking donation supports Collier County shelter

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — A 13-year-old in Collier County is giving back to the community...

13-year-old boy raising his arms in celebration

13-year-old Naples boy inspires others to find their purpose by giving

NAPLES, Fla. — At 13 going on 30, Paul Campbell is known for having the...

Christmas dinner being served inside LuLu's Kitchen

St. Matthew’s House serves Christmas dinner to hundreds in need

St. Matthew’s House hosted its annual Christmas dinner at Lulu’s Kitchen, serving 856 people with...

An 11-year-old girl stands with two other women holding a donation check

11-year-old girl supports women and children’s shelter in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Darya Taeb, an 11-year-old girl, is working to help homeless children...

Portraits at the Faces Beyond Homelessness exhibit

St. Matthew’s House presents Faces Beyond Homelessness Exhibit

NAPLES, Fla. — St. Matthew’s House is showcasing an exhibit titled “Faces Beyond Homelessness,” which...

Boxes of food at a food bank/pantry

SW Florida food banks and pantries prepare for increased demand amid government shutdown

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Local food banks and pantries are preparing to meet increased demand...

Hosted by Gulf Coast Runners, this 5K will take place in downtown Naples and benefits...

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Carousel Please join us in congratulating our incredible volunteers who were honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award! 🏅 Gold: Suzanne Obermiller – 744 hours 🥈 Silver: Arlene Adams-Harodin – 481 hours 🥉 Bronze: Rex Althoff – 246.5 hours We are deeply grateful for every hour they’ve invested in helping transform lives. 💛 Thank you for leading with heart and making a lasting impact! #PresidentsVolunteerServiceAward #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Florida #FL #volunteer #VolunteerRecognition #volunteers
Video Reels Join us on April 11 for Pole Vault in the Plaza, a FREE community event in the heart of beautiful Naples, Florida. This high‑energy event not only showcases professional athletes; it also supports a meaningful cause. All proceeds benefit St. Matthew’s House helping fund vital programs that fight hunger, homelessness and addiction in our community. Interested in sponsoring this event? Link in bio! #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #community #event #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Naples #Florida #FL #PoleVault #PoleVaultInThePlaza #mercato #MercatoNaples
🎉 Congratulations, Anyuli! 🎉 Please join us in celebrating Anyuli Echeverria Hernandez on recently being our most recent Core Value Award recipient! “Anyuli has gone above and beyond to ensure our books are closed with integrity,” said her supervisor. “She worked many extra hours and is a true asset to the team and organization.” 💙 👏 #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #CoreValueAward #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Florida #EmployeeRecognition
Watch athletes raise the bar and raise hope at Pole Vault in the Plaza on April 11, 2026. This FREE community event brings elite pole vaulters to the heart of Naples for an exciting night of high-flying competition — all to support the work of St. Matthew’s House helping neighbors in our community overcome hunger, homelessness and addiction. Bring your friends, grab dinner and experience the energy of the sport up close. ✨ Admission is FREE; reserve your spot today! 📍 Mercato, Naples For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, click the link in our bio! #PoleVaultInThePlaza #NaplesFL #MercatoNaples #SupportLocal #StMatthewsHouse #CommunityStrong #FreeEvent #NaplesEvents #GiveBack #PoleVault
Can’t make it to tonight's graduation in person? We’ve got you covered, join the livestream on our YouTube channel. Check the link in our bio! #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Florida #JustinsPlace #JustinsPlaceRecoveryProgram #AddictionRecovery
Video Reels A perfect day on the course that inspires hope. ⛳ Our annual Charity Golf Scramble at TwinEagles Golf Club brings golfers together on one of Naples’ stunning and exclusive courses where rolling fairways and natural preserves create an unforgettable experience. This event supports our fight against hunger, homelessness and addiction. Every team, every swing and every sponsor brings hope to people in need. Register to play; link in bio! #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Naples #Florida #FL #golf #CharityGolfScramble #event #TwinEagles #GolfClub
Congratulations to Michelle on recently being presented with a Core Value Award! Every day she works with women in our shelter as they journey towards a successful and stable future. She has a true heart for helping people. “I work beside her, and I see her heart for the women,” said a coworker. “God uses her in ways that provide comfort, healing and encouragement to those placed in her path.” #StMatthewsHouse #nonprofit #charity #SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #Florida #CoreValueAward #helpful #healing #EmployeeRecognition #CaseManager

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