It is one of several toy drives in Lakeland and Polk to help kids in challenging situations during the holidays.
Category: Activism
Posted inActivism, Health, Social Services
Harden Boulevard Site Selected for a Lakeland Senior Center
The hub for senior services will be located near Beacon Road and is projected to open next June.
Posted inActivism, Business, History, People
Sarah McKay, Civic Leader and Philanthropist, Dies at 98
The Lakeland native was the first woman to chair the boards of major local educational, health and arts institutions.
Posted inA & E, Activism, Politics
Philanthropists Step In to Help Polk Arts Groups After Governor’s Veto
Local benefactors have contributed $200,000, but it won’t make up the $1.27 million shortfall countywide.
Posted inActivism, Schools
Volunteers Needed to Read With Kindergarteners
Lakeland schools need nearly 50 more ‘Reading Pals’ for the coming school year.
Posted inActivism, Events, Health
Lakeland’s First LGBTQ Center Opens
The Rose Dynasty Center will offer medical care, counseling, support groups and social events.
Posted inActivism, Events, People, Social Services
United Way Honorees Recognized For Legacy of Giving
Five people were recognized for their efforts to help Lakeland and Polk County.
Posted inActivism, Crime / Justice, Public Safety
Protestors Demand Arrest of LPD Officers Who Punched, Tased 16-Year-Old
Organizers also called for Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor to resign.
Posted inActivism, Health
Criminology Professor Shares His Mental Health Struggles
Former Florida Southern College Professor Risdon Slate wants to see mental illness decriminalized.
Posted inActivism, City Hall
Lakeland Mayor Pledges More Training in Use of Pre-Arrest Diversion Program
Activists say arrests for nonviolent traffic offenses can create a lifetime of legal and financial burdens.