Migrant families face familiar hardships in schools
A national White House initiative arrives in Hillsborough County to learn more about the special challenges migrant families face in trying to access education for their children.
Wimauma
The “On The Ground” program helps to tell the story of the people, projects and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for communities. The program helps increase the communications capacity of the organizations and nonprofits working in the area. The intended impact is for additional “solutions-oriented” media coverage, engagement and ultimately understanding of the community, resulting in awareness and investments that can contribute to the vitality and prosperity of the district.
RCMA opens new child-care center in Dover in east Hillsborough County
Migrant farmworkers in Dover have access to a new childcare center built by the Redlands Christian Migrant Association.
La Esperanza organizes free health fair for Wimauma residents
La Esperanza health clinic will offer free health exams for Wimauma residents at its health fair this Saturday, Nov. 5th.
On The Ground in Wimauma: Healthcare providers struggle to meet needs of indigent population
About 35 percent of the population in Wimauma ages 65 and under is uninsured. The challenges surrounding lack of access to medical care is tripled with the arrival of seasonal farmworkers.
For Good: Beth-El Farmworker Ministry celebrates 40 years in Wimauma
Beth-El Farmworker Ministry Inc., a strong source of support for the farmworker community in Wimauma since 1976, is preparing to celebrate its many achievements.
Beth-El creates paths to success in Wimauma
Beth-El lights a torch for farmworkers to find their path to success by providing food, clothing, scholarships and guidance.
Wimauma: Enterprising Latinas launches project to equip women with financial prowess
You Grow Girl is a series of financial literacy workshops designed for migrant farmworkers in Wimauma.
Wimauma couple’s tenacity leads to progress for family, community
With an entrepreneurial spirit aimed at solving a community problem, Reyna and José Rocha opened a grocery store to serve the needs of Wimauma residents.
Marcela Estevez Ancira: Transforming Wimauma through education
Educator says parental involvement proves key to success for student achievement at charter schools operated by Redlands Christian Migrant Association in Wimauma.
On The Ground storytelling project launches in Wimauma
83 Degrees Media -- with funding from the Allegany Franciscan Ministries -- is launching a special storytelling project called “On The Ground’’ that is designed to help educate readers and raise awareness about the people and places of Wimauma.
