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Friday / February 27 / 2026

On Wednesday evening, the winners of the Black History Month educator and student art and essay contests were announced at a reception at the Governor’s Mansion. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Black History.” The Black History Month student and educator contests are made possible through a collaboration between the Florida Department... Read More

Friday / February 27 / 2026

Volunteer Florida announced that the 11th annual Suits for Session service project resulted in the collection of 3,041 items of professional attire. The clothing will be donated to Dress for Success Greater Orlando, FSU ProfessioNole Clothing Closet, and Valencia State College– organizations that support Florida job seekers as they enter or re-enter the workforce. Donation highlights include:... Read More

Friday / February 20 / 2026

Volunteer Florida, the organization responsible for managing AmeriCorps programs in the State of Florida, is pleased to announce the FY 2026 AmeriCorps Formula Guidance. Each year, approximately 200,000 Americans meet critical community needs through service in AmeriCorps nationwide. With funding from AmeriCorps that is administered by Volunteer Florida, AmeriCorps members in Florida dedicate... Read More

Friday / February 06 / 2026

To honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite all Florida students in grades K-12 to participate in the America250FL art and essay contests. The essay and art contests provide an opportunity for students to pause and reflect on our nation’s... Read More

Tuesday / February 03 / 2026

Each year, approximately 200,000 Americans meet critical community needs through service in AmeriCorps nationwide. With funding from AmeriCorps that is administered by Volunteer Florida, AmeriCorps members in Florida dedicate a term of intensive service and receive workforce development training, living stipends, education awards, and professional development. AmeriCorps programs in Florida... Read More

Monday / January 26 / 2026

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invited students to participate in the 2026 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme, “Celebrating Black History.” Black history Month is recognized and celebrated during the month of February. “Black History Month is a... Read More

Friday / January 16 / 2026

Start cleaning out your closets! Volunteer Florida is excited to announce that our 11th Annual Suits for Session service project will take place at the Florida Capitol and in front of City Hall on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Suits for Session engages legislators and staff, state agency employees, and local professionals... Read More

Wednesday / November 12 / 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invited students to participate in the 2025 Native American Heritage Month student art and essay contests with the theme “Celebrating Florida’s Native American Heritage.” Native American Heritage Month is recognized and celebrated in the United States during the month... Read More

Thursday / October 30 / 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the winners of the Hispanic Heritage Month student art and essay contest and educator awards. Contest winners were invited to the Florida Governor’s Mansion where they received prizes and were recognized for their art, essays and educational contributions. This year,... Read More

Friday / September 05 / 2025

Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida encourage students to participate in the 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month student art and essay contests with the theme, “Celebrating Florida’s Hispanic Heritage.” Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized and celebrated in the United States from September 15 to October 15 each year. “Hispanic Heritage... Read More