Press Release Category

Thursday / June 15 / 2017

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Volunteer Florida announced today that throughout the summer, it will highlight individuals who have been impacted by the second annual #SuitsForSession Capitol service project. #SuitsForSession, which collected over 3,200 items of new or gently-used professional attire, benefitted job-seekers statewide. Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman said, “This year’s... Read More

Wednesday / June 14 / 2017

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida Chief Executive Officer Chester Spellman awarded Kelly Kowall with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award, Florida’s official statewide volunteer recognition. Governor Scott said, “I’d like to thank Kelly for her selfless service... Read More

Wednesday / June 07 / 2017

Tallahassee – In the anticipation of federal funding, Volunteer Florida is proud to announce the availability of FY 2017-2018 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)/Citizen Corps Program funding. Volunteer Florida will distribute a total of $300,000; in sub-grant awards of up to $10,000. Interested parties may apply for funding for a CERT... Read More

Wednesday / June 07 / 2017

[wpcol_1half id]Volunteer Florida administers AmeriCorps funding for high-impact service organizations across Florida. Florida’s outstanding AmeriCorps members have taken the pledge to “Get things done for America” and Volunteer Florida is proud to highlight a Polk County AmeriCorps member making a difference! AmeriCorps member Bessie Foster serves with Polk Reads –... Read More

Wednesday / May 24 / 2017

Palm Beach Post May 24, 2017 MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR: Renee Runge, 18 Conversations with friends who needed community service hours but didn’t know where or how to find them led high school senior Renee Runge to create a database with hundreds of online opportunities at their fingertips. In recognition of... Read More

Tuesday / May 23 / 2017

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott awarded Andrew Lumish with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award, Florida’s official statewide volunteer recognition. Governor Scott said, “I am proud to recognize Andrew with the Champion of Service Award for his dedication and commitment to... Read More

Monday / May 22 / 2017

Tallahassee – Volunteer Florida today announced its second year of funding to help students in Florida’s rural communities succeed in school. The Rural Community Assets Fund (RCAF) will provide grantees with capacity building support so that they can use volunteers in service to students. Volunteer Florida will distribute a total... Read More

Monday / May 15 / 2017

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Leadership Florida and Volunteer Florida announced today that they will host the second annual #BringABook service initiative in conjunction with Leadership Florida’s 2017 Annual Meeting at The Breakers in Palm Beach. The book drive will benefit the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County and the Literacy Coalition... Read More

Wednesday / May 10 / 2017

Tallahassee – The Volunteer Florida Foundation today issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for nonprofits, service organizations, and faith-based organizations to meet disaster recovery needs resulting from Hurricane Matthew in 2016. The total funding available for this RFP is $100,000. Grants will range from $10,000 to $25,000. Proposals are due... Read More

Wednesday / May 10 / 2017

Volunteer Florida is thrilled to host a webinar for state agency employees who want to mobilize citizens to serve as volunteers alongside staff, maximizing agency service to Floridians. Join us on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 for a two-hour training session about the importance of strategic planning to amplify volunteer impact!... Read More