Meet Marijo Plott, VISTE’s Donor Relations Coordinator! Marijo began working at VISTE in 2024, and we are delighted to have her on the team! In addition to being a friendly resource for VISTE donors, Marijo also does gift posting, acknowledgement letters, and reconciliation, as well as providing support for special events and outreach activities. Originally […]
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President’s Message: The Gift of Perspective
Every Thanksgiving, something special happens when volunteers and our elderly neighbors connect through VISTE. A simple meal and a few kind words bring joy to a senior who might otherwise spend the day alone—and in return, the volunteer walks away with a deeper sense of gratitude and perspective. That exchange of compassion is what makes […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Nan Lee
What a pleasure it is to visit with longtime community volunteer Nan Lee! She’s friendly, talkative, and has decades of wonderful Lakeland stories to share. She’s also an inspiration – at age 81, Nan is still going strong. Originally from Ohio, Nan attended Allegheny College and taught 2nd through 6th grade students for 37 years. […]
President’s Message: The excitement is building…
Did you know that the number of local seniors in need of assistance is on the rise? In 2024, VISTE received an average of 75 new client applications each month. That jumped to a record number of 95 new applications received this June. How does a local nonprofit that receives limited federal funding, provides services […]
Leadership Notes: Judy Dobbs Award 2025
Congratulations to VISTE Board Member Roger Snyder, recipient of the 2025 Judy Dobbs Leadership Award! The annual award recognizes outstanding service by a Board Member and is named after longtime VISTE volunteer Judy Dobbs. Roger is the president and owner of Dixie Signs in Lakeland, and almost all the signage you see at VISTE and […]
Development News: Leave a Legacy, Help a Senior!
August is National Make-A-Will Month! VISTE encourages everyone to have a will or trust in place, or to update one prepared years ago. By including VISTE in your will or trust, you help ensure VISTE’s mission to benefit local seniors in need will be supported for years to come! Legacy gifts of ANY amount are […]
How Many Volunteers Does It Take to Keep VISTE Thriving?
At VISTE, every volunteer is a vital piece of the puzzle. Whether you’re delivering meals, assisting in the office, sorting groceries in the warehouse, building ramps, picking up donations, or serving on our committees – your time and dedication make a lasting impact! Because of you, we continue to fulfill our mission of helping elderly […]
VISTEBall 2025!
THANK YOU to everyone who attended, donated items, and volunteered to help make the milestone 20th Annual VISTEBall a success!! Thanks also to the VISTE planning team and to our many generous sponsors! The casual, golf-themed extravaganza was refreshed this year and included a new layout, new games, prizes, silent auctions, food and drinks, and […]
Leadership Notes: Welcome New Board & Advisory Board Members!
VISTE is fortunate to have a talented and highly-engaged Board and Advisory Board, and we are grateful for all these volunteers do for VISTE and our elderly clients! Several years ago, VISTE began an effort to recruit and train a younger generation of Board and Advisory Board members, and we appreciate their new ideas, energy, […]
President’s Message: Who Moved My Cheese?
During times of great uncertainty, I’m often reminded of the book “Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson. In that book we’re reminded that change is inevitable. We can’t control change, but we can control how we react to it. Over the past few months many have asked if/how VISTE might be impacted by proposed […]