by SCLO | Aug 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – A non-profit organization in Newtown is on a mission to empower people in crisis and a community that continually struggles with crime, drugs, domestic violence and unemployment.
Tina Peterman had been selling and doing drugs since she graduated high school, but when Peterman went to prison, she decided enough was enough.
“I was just so tired. I was so tired,” said Peterman. “I’m 55-years old now, so it’s been a long haul, but when I met her, it’s like she cared.”
The person she met was Second Chance, Last Opportunity founder Dr. April Glasco, who Peterman says was the first person to hear her cries for help.
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by SCLO | Feb 9, 2019 | Blog
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Having found her own second chance, Glasco wanted others to have theirs, too.
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by SCLO | Jul 1, 2018 | Blog
April Glasco was recently interviewed by Your Observer! Check out the full article at the link below!
https://www.yourobserver.com/article/voices-of-patriotism-april-glasco
by SCLO | Jun 26, 2018 | Blog
SCLO has a generous anonymous donor that has agreed to match all the money that we can raise in the next 23 days up to $5,000!
We are asking everyone to make a donation within the next three weeks. If we can meet our goal, SCLO will net $10,000! Every single dollar raised is a huge step toward helping more people in need, and your support plays a large part in our success!
Please help us with your gift, large or small!
You can donate today at our donate page or by mailing your check to P.O. Box 1027, Sarasota, FL 34230
*All donations are tax deductable
by SCLO | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
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by SCLO | Jan 19, 2018 | Blog
Our 23rd Anniversary Fundraiser is to be held on October 25, 2018.@ Michael’s On East @ 11:30am
Second Chance Last Opportunity are celebrating our 23nd year of providing unique and holistic services to a hidden population who strive to be productive citizens in our community. We are very proud of both our longevity and our clients’ accomplishments.
This is one of Second Chance Last Opportunity’s major fundraisers, and the proceeds will make it possible for us to expand our programs, services, and client base for another 23 years. An important role of the event is to increase awareness of our organization, Second Chance Last Opportunity has affected so many so directly in our community.
by SCLO | Jan 19, 2018 | Blog
“GIT IT IN YOU SOUL” BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR SECOND CHANCE LAST OPORTUNITY
It’s that time of year again!!! Time to celebrate the creative, energetic, and determined way Second Chance Last Opportunity has approached its mission of giving hope to those in crisis’s has reached out to those needing a second Chance, through strategies that educate and empower individuals to rebuild their lives. Sarasota is a better place because of SCLO’s unwavering and transformative programs.
During our celebration, we will recognize our volunteers. On behalf of second chance less opportunity I am personally inviting you to attend and we will be preparing presenting you a making a different volunteer award.
Join us for a fun party fundraiser event on Saturday, May 19 from 7 to 10 PM at the Heritage Oaks & Country Club, 4800 Chase Oaks Drive Sarasota, FL 34241. Tickets are $20 and it includes hors d’oeuvres, birthday cake, and great company volunteer recognize and high energy and happy music from our DJ AL. Dust off your dancing shoes and come celebrate our 23rd annual anniversary with us!
by SCLO | Jan 19, 2018 | Blog
Second Chance Last Opportunity was selected by the community to be one of our Bags for Change partners for the quarter in Sarasota. The quarter starts February 4th and ends May 26th. For every reusable bag, customers will get a wooden dime to put towards the nonprofit of their choice and at the end of the quarter we’ll count up all the dimes and double that number. You are also more than welcome to schedule some time to come in the store and set up a table to talk more about your nonprofit. I look forward to partnering together this quarter. Second Chance Last Opportunity, I am excited to know that Second Chance Last Opportunity has been selected by the community to be one of your Bags for Change partners for the Quarter in Sarasota. Second Chance Last Opportunity is scheduled on the following dates Feb14th & Feb 24, March 24 & April 7 April 21 May 1 & May 17. to come in and table/talk about Second Chance Last Opportunity. We are asked to bring our own table and supplies. Most organizations will bring brochures, business cards, table displays, etc. Let me know if you have any questions.
April Glasco
