First Step Shelter

04/17/2026

https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/homelessness/2026/04/15/daytona-beach-homeless-shelter-director-resigning/89606821007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z117571p118450l004350c118450e112780v117571&gca-ft=10&gca-ds=sophi

Victoria Fahlberg has led Daytona Beach's shelter for homeless adults since 2019. Under her leadership the shelter has helped more than 2,400 people.

03/26/2026

Daniel Feierman, the Director of Client Services at First Step Shelter, was honored as a 40 Under 40 accomplished young professional. See the article below!

https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/volusia/2026/03/26/40-under-forty-honors-accomplished-professionals/89295893007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z116056p116750l004350c116750e114880v116056&gca-ft=58&gca-ds=sophi&fbclid=IwY2xjawQyZE9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6WUtKUEdOaU5JdXJWWW55c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkeOkFZdcheBt3UeYVb8NTVAgqMO66XZDKHO5SrQ79n0uc4jIj40IwUVggSR_aem_86fWS28nM7zqbHxJts_T7A&link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=69c5745f6ed8d20001113b34&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

02/27/2026

Thanks so much to the Edgewater Condominium Association in Deltona for their generous donation!

02/27/2026

First Step Shelter's 2026 annual gala raised $278,494, about $47,000 more than last year. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by First Step Shelter

02/10/2026

What an unforgettable night 💙

Our Annual Fundraising Gala was filled with generosity, celebration, and community—and we’re so grateful to everyone who made it possible. We were honored to recognize this year’s award winners:

Joe and Joan Koechler – Philanthropic Impact Award
Chuck Burkett – Dedication of Service Award
FDOT – Community Champions Award

A special thank-you to Joe and Joan Koechler for their incredible $50,000 matching gift, which has brought us so close to reaching our goal. If you’d like to help us cross the finish line, there’s still time to give and make your impact go twice as far:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/mayorsgalachallenge2026/

We also extend our deepest thanks to our sponsors for their continued support and belief in our mission—this night (and our work) wouldn’t be possible without you.

Presenting Sponsor
• Hamlin & Associates

Platinum Sponsors
• Jon Hall Chevrolet
• Halifax Health
• Daytona International Speedway / NASCAR
• Brown & Brown
• Advent Health
• DME Delivers
• City of Daytona Beach

Gold Sponsors
• Foundation Risk Partners
• Waste Pro
• Publix Super Markets Charities
• Daytona Auto Mall

Silver Sponsors
• Daytona State College
• The Collaborative Divorce Center
• Paul Culver Construction
• Launch Credit Union
• Chick-fil-A
• CWR Contracting
• FDOT
• Volusia Sheriff’s Office
• Wholesale Lighting
• Fifth Third
• CVM Services
• Our Lady of Lourdes
• Bank of America
• Mayor Derrick Henry

Thank you to everyone who showed up, gave generously, and continues to stand with us. Together, we’re making a difference.

11/12/2025

Saluting our Veterans! First Step Shelter has proudly served 253 veterans since 2020.

11/09/2025

Good Morning! We are here at Calvary for the Best Day Ever.

11/05/2025

Have you bought your tickets yet for the 2026 Mayor’s Gala?
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/maygal/event/mayorsgala2026/

08/19/2025

We would love to see you here!

08/18/2025

We are grateful to the Latitude Margaritaville Co****le League, the Cheesebaggers in Paradise. Thank you so much for the donation!