Volunteer Florida – Together, We can #ServeFL

Your Source For Service

Volunteer Florida is proud to introduce Volunteer Connect, the state’s official volunteer opportunities platform. Volunteer Connect serves as an intermediary between Floridians who are interested in engaging in community service and 501(c)(3) organizations and governmental entities that mobilize volunteers. Volunteer Connect is your source for service in Florida.

Volunteer Partner

What We Do

National
Service

We administer National Service programs, like AmeriCorps, in Florida.

Volunteer
Services

We promote volunteerism and encourage Floridians to serve.

Emergency
Management

We mobilize volunteers and coordinate donations before, during and after disasters in Florida.

Latest News

Volunteer Florida Foundation Announces $6.65 Million for Hurricane Irma and Michael Recovery Efforts

Friday / May 15 / 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2020 MEDIA CONTACT Savannah Kelly savannah@volunteerflorida.org (850) 556-9799 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Volunteer Florida Foundation announced that $6.65 million in Florida Disaster Fund grants will be awarded to organizations engaged in Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Michael long-term recovery efforts. The Volunteer Florida Foundation... Read More

Volunteer Florida Announces $300,000 in Funding to Support Florida’s Communities

Monday / May 11 / 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, 2020 MEDIA CONTACT Savannah Kelly savannah@volunteerflorida.org (850) 556-9799 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Volunteer Florida announced the availability of $300,000 in AmeriCorps Planning Grants to support organizations interested in implementing an AmeriCorps program that addresses a critical community need caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Awarded... Read More

COVID-19: Volunteer Resources for Nonprofit Organizations

Wednesday / April 01 / 2020

Volunteer Florida is here to help support nonprofits and governmental entities as they navigate volunteer recruitment and management efforts during this challenging time. Our agency’s focus right now is encouraging the use of virtual volunteers, in addition to in-person volunteers, who can continue to help your organization achieve its mission. Virtual... Read More

How Can We Help You?

Whether you're interested in applying for a grant or looking for a volunteer opportunity, we're here to help. At Volunteer Florida, we're responsible for administering $43 million in federal, state and local funding to deliver high-impact national service programs in Florida. We also advocate for volunteerism and community service, connecting individuals, families and businesses with opportunities to serve their communities, while recognizing Florida’s outstanding service leaders. Additionally, we're 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 statewide partner organizations. We hope you'll join us in our mission to make Florida a better place for everyone to live!

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