As we approach the Charitable Foundation of the Islands’ inaugural Generosity Breakfast, I find myself reflecting on what generosity truly means — not only to me personally, but to our entire team at Sanibel Captiva Community Bank.
For us, generosity goes far beyond writing a check. It’s about time, energy, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to do our part in building a stronger community. Since opening our doors in 2003, our mission has never been simply to provide financial services. Our purpose has been to stand shoulder to shoulder with our neighbors, supporting them in good times and bad.
This is why we invest in our island community and all of Southwest Florida. Over the past two decades, SanCap Bank has donated more than $5 million to over four hundred local community causes. But the dollars only tell part of the story. Our employees contribute thousands of hours each year volunteering, serving on nonprofit boards, teaching financial literacy education, swinging hammers to build attainable housing, and showing up wherever there’s a need.
When Hurricane Ian devastated our islands, we did more than make financial donations — we rolled up our sleeves. We put critical cash in customers’ hands, so recovery could start immediately, served meals in our parking lot, extended millions in rebuild loans, and did everything we could to help our island get back on its feet. That is generosity in action.
We’re proud to partner with the Charitable Foundation of the Islands to sponsor the Generosity Breakfast. For us, it’s more than a sponsorship; it’s a reflection of our belief that generosity is the cornerstone of a resilient, connected community. We hope to shine a spotlight on the countless individuals and organizations who continually give of themselves daily to make our island community better.
So why do we do it? Because community is in our name and is at the heart of who we are. As the only bank chartered on Sanibel, this island is our home — where we were born, where our roots run deep, and where our promise to serve took shape. Our investments in the community aren’t a strategy; they’re a reflection of our values.
We’re excited to join so many others at the Generosity Breakfast because it’s a reminder that we’re all connected by the power of giving. Whether it’s a financial gift, volunteer service, or simply showing up for someone in need, generosity has a ripple effect. It builds trust, sparks hope and creates opportunities that extend far beyond what any one of us could accomplish alone.
Please join us for this inspiring celebration of generosity. Doors open at 8 a.m., and the program will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. You may secure a table of 10 tickets for $2,000 or an individual ticket for $225. Donations are tax-deductible thanks to our sponsors. Tickets are available now at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/charitablefoundationoftheislands/event/generositybreakfast2025/.
Kyle DeCicco is president and chief executive officer of the Sanibel Captiva Community Bank. It is the exclusive presenting sponsor of the Charitable Foundation of the Islands’ Generosity Breakfast.