Volunteer Florida administers $32 million in funding to deliverhigh-impact national service programs in Florida. We put 1,300AmeriCorps members to work in communities across the state toserve students, veterans, families, and job-seekers.
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Wednesday / August 16 / 2017
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida Chief Executive Officer Chester Spellman awarded Lynne Gassant with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award, Florida’s official statewide volunteer recognition. Governor Scott said, “I am proud to award Lynne with the Champion of Service Award... Read More
Friday / August 11 / 2017
~ Student winners will earn a four-year Florida College Plan scholarship ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott announced the 2017 Hispanic Heritage Month contests for students and educators. Florida K-12 students are invited to participate in the essay and art contests. Parents, students,... Read More
Tuesday / August 01 / 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2017 CONTACT: Erin VanSickle evansickle@volunteerflorida.org TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Volunteer Florida announced today that Chief Executive Officer Chester W. Spellman has been appointed by the White House to serve as Director of AmeriCorps for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). Spellman will lead AmeriCorps and its... Read More
"All Floridians have the potential to transform communities and change the lives of Florida families through volunteering. When Floridians work together, we can accomplish anything and I encourage everyone from the Keys to the Panhandle to lend a helping hand and give back to our state."
Governor Rick Scott
"Our state's students are ranked among the best in the nation, evidence that our investment in education is truly paying off. I am proud of DOE's partnership with Volunteer Florida - they play a critical role in preparing our state's future workforce."
Pam Stewart / Florida Education Commissioner
"Volunteer Florida's AmeriCorps members work with some of our most at-risk students and their families, mentoring and tutoring them during and after school and helping them graduate. We couldn't do what we do without them."
Alberto M. Carvalho / Superintendent / Miami-Date County Public Schools
Whether you're interested in applying for a grant or looking for a volunteer opportunity, we're here to help. As the Governor's lead agency for national service and volunteerism in the Sunshine State, we encourage every Floridian to serve. Volunteer Florida is responsible for administering $32 million in federal, state, and local funding to deliver high-impact national service and volunteer programs in Florida. We are the state’s advocate for volunteerism and philanthropy in Florida, connecting individuals, families, and businesses with opportunities to serve their communities and recognizing Florida’s outstanding service leaders. Additionally, Volunteer Florida serves as the state’s lead agency for volunteers and donations before, during, and after disasters, working closely with the Florida Division of Emergency Management and our local partners. We hope you'll join our mission to make Florida communities smarter, safer, and stronger!
