Bay Pines Fisher House Receives $100K Donation from 84 Lumber

The donation is the largest single gift for the Bay Pines Fisher House in 20 years.

“We are humbled by the generosity of 84 Lumber and honored to be selected as the recipients of the donation,” said Bay Pines VA Deputy Director Kristine Brown. “84 Lumber has been a benefactor of Fisher Houses around the country for many years, and this donation will make an immediate and lasting impact to the support and services our Fisher Houses offer to Veterans and family members on the Bay Pines campus.”

Brown, along with Bay Pines Fisher House Manager Shentrela Diggins, accepted the donation from 84 Lumber Chief Operating Officer, Frank Cicero. 

“We hope this donation will help lessen the burden that so many families and loved ones of Veterans face during some of the most stressful times,” said 84 Lumber’s Vice President of Marketing, Amy Smiley. “84 Lumber is a proud supporter of the Fisher House and the many services they provide our military Veterans.”

Last October, Bay Pines VA and Fisher House Foundation President David Coker dedicated the second Fisher House on the Bay Pines campus. The nearly 15,000 sq. ft. house can serve up to 5,840 families each year, at full capacity, with a projected savings of more than half-a-million dollars in lodging costs for families of Veterans.

“The Fisher House is an indispensable part of our mission as we follow through on our promise to serve the whole health needs of Veterans, family members, and caregivers,” added Brown. “No Veteran should have to fight alone, and through the Fisher House, we’re able to ensure that loved ones can be with their Veteran every step of their journey.”

For additional information on this release or future coverage opportunities: Contact Bay Pines VA Healthcare System’s Public Affairs Officer Rob Frazier at Robert.Frazier1@va.gov or 727-317-8120. See the latest news, stories, and Veteran health care information available on our official website or Facebook.