Press Release Category

Tuesday / October 11 / 2016

Tallahassee—Volunteer Florida today announced Florida Disaster Fund grant recipients, organizations that have been serving those impacted by the Pulse shooting. The Volunteer Florida Foundation has raised $91,232 to support those impacted by the shooting and will award $100,000. On June 13, 2016, Governor Scott activated the Florida Disaster Fund to... Read More

Monday / October 10 / 2016

   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10, 2016 CONTACT: Erin VanSickle (850) 339-3184 evansickle@volunteerflorida.org TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Scott recognized AT&T for its generous donation of $25,000 to the Florida Disaster Fund, which was activated earlier today to aid those impacted by Hurricane Matthew. The Florida Disaster Fund, administered by the... Read More

Monday / October 10 / 2016

Tallahassee — Today, Governor Rick Scott activated the Florida Disaster Fund to support individuals who are impacted by Hurricane Matthew. The Florida Disaster Fund helps to provide financial support to Florida’s communities in times of disaster. To make a contribution, please visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org. The fund is administered by the Volunteer... Read More

Saturday / October 08 / 2016

TALLAHASSEE—Volunteer Florida is reminding those who want to support Floridians impacted by Hurricane Matthew to consider the following points before giving: Cash: Financial support to established relief organizations is always the most immediate, useful and versatile way to give. Financial assistance allows relief organizations to meet urgent needs quickly. Confirm:... Read More

Thursday / October 06 / 2016

Volunteer Florida has established a volunteer registration link for individuals who are interested in volunteering following Hurricane Matthew. Volunteer Florida CEO Chester W. Spellman said, “One of the most critical times to use volunteers is following disasters. Whether it is shelter staffing, food distribution, or to assist with clean up, we... Read More

Tuesday / October 04 / 2016

2017-2018 AmeriCorps Competitive RFP Volunteer Florida is pleased to announce the availability of grant funding under the 2017-2018 AmeriCorps competitive funding cycle. The funding opportunity is now available on the Volunteer Florida grants page. Applications for funding are due November 28, 2016. Each year, approximately 80,000 Americans across our nation... Read More

Friday / September 23 / 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 23, 2016 CONTACT: Erin VanSickle: evansickle@volunteerflorida.org ALEXANDRIA, VA – During the 2016 Annual Membership Assembly of the 52 state service commissions in Alexandria, VA, Chester Spellman was elected as Chair of America’s Service Commissions (ASC). ASC is a nonprofit organization representing the 52 governor-appointed state service commissions,... Read More

Tuesday / September 20 / 2016

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, during a meeting of Florida’s Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott awarded two individuals with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award for their support with Hurricane Hermine response and recovery efforts. The Champion of Service Award is Florida’s official statewide volunteer recognition for individuals and organizations. Governor Scott... Read More

Wednesday / September 07 / 2016

TALLAHASSEE – As Florida’s lead agency for volunteers and donations before, during, and after disasters, Volunteer Florida is working closely with Governor Scott and the Division of Emergency Management to support those impacted by Hurricane Hermine. “Following Hurricane Hermine, Floridians are seeking to volunteer, donate items, and provide financial assistance to... Read More

Monday / August 22 / 2016

Volunteer Florida partnered with the James Madison Institute to host a #BringABook service project at JMI’s Annual Policy Summit! Donated books will go to the Central Florida Urban League and the Learning Tree at South City in Tallahassee. Thanks to all who participated in and supported this literacy service project!