Beacon of Hope Pine Island

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Beacon of Hope Pine Island 🏝️🏝️Empowering Islanders since 2004🏝️🏝️
We are Greater Pine Island & Matlacha’s longest standing 501(c3) dedicated to providing social services.

We help our islanders thrive via education, supportive services and a hand-up when they need it the most.

💫🏝️💫Beacon Moment💫🏝️💫When a local single mother reached out needing help to make her bathroom safe and functional again,...
11/02/2026

💫🏝️💫Beacon Moment💫🏝️💫
When a local single mother reached out needing help to make her bathroom safe and functional again, we were grateful to step in.
She works hard, raises a son with disabilities, and simply cannot afford the materials or labor needed for the repairs.
As so often happens on Pine Island, our community came together. A local handyman generously donated his time and skills, and Beacon of Hope was able to purchase the materials needed to complete the project.
What began as a call for help became a beautiful example of neighbors helping neighbors.
Sometimes our Direct Assistance Program provides immediate support in a moment of crisis. Other times, the impact takes a little longer to see.
Today, we're honored to share these before-and-after photos as a reminder of what is possible when a community cares.
This is what your donations make possible.
This is what your support of Holiday House helps fund.
Your generosity allows us to provide a hand up to island residents facing difficult circumstances, helping families remain safe, stable, and hopeful as they work toward a better future.
As you enjoy the beauty, creativity, and holiday spirit of our upcoming 17th Annual Holiday House, know that your attendance is doing more than supporting an event. It is helping local families receive the assistance they need when they need it most.
Thank you for helping us continue to serve our island community with compassion, dignity, and hope.

🎨🎄 SURPRISE! POP-UP ART CLASSES ARE COMING! 🎄🎨Just because our wonderful guest artists are taking a well-deserved holida...
11/02/2026

🎨🎄 SURPRISE! POP-UP ART CLASSES ARE COMING! 🎄🎨

Just because our wonderful guest artists are taking a well-deserved holiday break doesn’t mean the creativity has to stop! 💜

The Beacon of Hope Center of Excellence is excited to announce that we will be offering special POP-UP ARTS & CRAFTS CLASSES throughout November and December!

✨ These fun and creative classes will be led by our very own COE Administrator, along with our wonderful Kathy from The Attic Thrift Store! 💕

We’ll be bringing you some exciting projects, holiday inspiration, and plenty of opportunities to get creative together!

🎨 WE WANT YOUR CREATIVE IDEAS FOR 2027! 🎨

As we begin planning another exciting year of classes, we’d love to hear from YOU!

What kinds of art projects, crafts, or creative workshops would you like to see at the Beacon of Hope in 2027?

🖌️ Painting?
🐚 Seashell and coastal crafts?
🎄 Seasonal decorations?
🌸 Something completely new?

Bring your ideas to our pop-up classes or share them in the comments below! Your suggestions could inspire one of our upcoming classes!

👀 KEEP WATCHING OUR FACEBOOK PAGE!

We’ll be announcing pop-up class dates, times, projects, and registration details as they become available!

💜 Beacon of Hope – Center of Excellence

Bringing our community together through creativity, learning, and friendship!

✨ Let’s make 2027 our most creative year yet! ✨

It’s official. 🎄🎄🎊🏠🎊🎄🎄We can’t wait for you to join us at the 17th Annual Holiday House
10/28/2026

It’s official. 🎄🎄🎊🏠🎊🎄🎄
We can’t wait for you to join us at the 17th Annual Holiday House

🍁🎃 A big THANK YOU to everyone who came out to my fall craft class today at the Beacon of Hope Center of Excellence! 🧡We...
10/27/2026

🍁🎃 A big THANK YOU to everyone who came out to my fall craft class today at the Beacon of Hope Center of Excellence! 🧡

We had such a fun time creating beautiful fall centerpieces, sharing laughs, and getting creative! 🍂

I loved seeing everyone’s unique creations! Thank you for spending your afternoon with me! ❤️.

Save the date: Holiday House is taking place at the historic and award winning Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant December 4th, 5...
10/26/2026

Save the date: Holiday House is taking place at the historic and award winning Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant December 4th, 5th, and 6th.

From Fort Myers to Bokeelia, these five restaurants are winning over OpenTable diners. And us.

Pine Island and Matlacha are communities of people who work with their hands. 🤲🏻🤲🏽🤲🏼🏝️🤲🏻🤲🏼🤲🏽From the mullet fishermen he...
10/22/2026

Pine Island and Matlacha are communities of people who work with their hands.
🤲🏻🤲🏽🤲🏼🏝️🤲🏻🤲🏼🤲🏽
From the mullet fishermen heading out before sunrise, to the construction workers rebuilding what was lost, to the service workers who welcome us into the restaurants and businesses we love, our island has always been defined by one simple question:"How can we help?"

That spirit doesn't end when the storm passes.

Tonight, we were incredibly humbled to be part of a celebration alongside others whose work strengthens our community in different ways.
Musicians, artists, nonprofit leaders, and faith communities came together to remind us that healing is not just about repairing buildings.
It is about restoring hope, creating connection, sharing stories, and finding joy again.It was the night of healing so many of us needed.
Beacon of Hope has been walking beside this community since 2004. As we continue to evolve and serve the changing needs of our island, we are constantly reminded that healing happens in special ways here. It happens when neighbors gather, when artists create, when music fills a room, and when people reach out to lift one another up.
Thank you to everyone who continues to keep that island spirit alive.
Your compassion, creativity, and commitment to one another are what make Pine Island and Matlacha such extraordinary places to call home.
And for those who believe in preserving that spirit for future generations, we welcome you to be part of Beacon's journey as we continue helping our people excel.
❤️ Pine Island Strong. Matlacha Strong. Island Strong.

Come see us tonight (10/21/26).The island remembers but tonight we celebrate how far we’ve come.
10/21/2026

Come see us tonight (10/21/26).
The island remembers but tonight we celebrate how far we’ve come.

Due to low registration this event has been cancelled. Please call the number listed on the flier to schedule at an off ...
10/20/2026

Due to low registration this event has been cancelled. Please call the number listed on the flier to schedule at an off island event.

10/19/2026

⚖️ LAST LEGAL AID SESSION OF 2026! ⚖️

📢 PINE ISLAND RESIDENTS — DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

The Beacon of Hope Center of Excellence is pleased to welcome the Lee County Legal Aid Society this Wednesday for our FINAL Legal Aid session of the year!

Do you have legal questions or need assistance but aren’t sure where to turn?

Legal Aid may be able to provide guidance and assistance with qualifying civil legal matters

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026

🕙 10:00 AM

📍 Beacon of Hope – Center of Excellence, Pine Island

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER!

This will be our LAST Legal Aid session for 2026! The program will return in 2027, so don’t miss this opportunity to connect with valuable legal resources before the end of the year!

💙 At Beacon of Hope, we’re committed to connecting our island community with the resources and support they need.

📧 [email protected]

📞 239-283-5123

🧡💜 Beacon of Hope — Helping Our People Excel!

📣 PLEASE SHARE! Help us spread the word so our Pine Island neighbors don’t miss this final session of the year!

Mural Painted by Ashley JohnsonEmpoweringIslandersSince 2004Serving Bokeelia, Matlacha, Pineland, andSaint James City residents. Click links below to download our2025 Annual Impact Report2026 1st Quarter Impact ReportYour Support Builds HopeAt Beacon of Hope, we believe that strong communities are b...

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5090 Doug Taylor Circle
Saint James City, FL
33956

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm

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(239) 283-5123

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