Press Release Category

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!

Tuesday / August 09 / 2016

Volunteer Florida is thrilled to facilitate a convening for state agency employees who want to mobilize citizens to serve as volunteers alongside staff, so that they can maximize the agency’s service to Floridians. Join us on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 for a half-day training session on the value of volunteers... Read More

Monday / August 08 / 2016

This month, Volunteer Florida is proud to highlight Catholic Charities of Florida! When the State of Florida is impacted by disasters or emergencies, volunteers from Catholic Charities of Florida are on the ground quickly to provide immediate relief and facilitate long term recovery. The organization’s mission is to empower Floridians... Read More

Tuesday / August 02 / 2016

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – During today’s meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman awarded three organizations with the Champion of Service Award for their support following the Orlando terrorist attack at Pulse nightclub in June. The Champion of Service Award is Florida’s official statewide... Read More

Thursday / July 28 / 2016

“MAXIMUS Foundation Contributes $20,000 to the Florida Disaster Fund in Memory of the Orlando Shooting Victims” Press Release MAXIMUS Foundation July 28, 2016 CONTACT: Lisa Miles, 703-251-8637 lisamiles@maximus.com RESTON, Va. – MAXIMUS, a leading provider of government services worldwide, announced today that the MAXIMUS Foundation has made a donation of $20,000... Read More