Press Release Category

Wednesday / July 08 / 2015

Dear Partners and Friends, It’s hard to believe we’re in July already … it’s been a busy summer! I recently had the opportunity to attend the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Annual Education Solutions Summit in Tampa to discuss partnerships between business, education, and philanthropy. It was an outstanding opportunity to highlight... Read More

Tuesday / June 23 / 2015

Tallahassee – During today’s meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman awarded three Floridians with the Champion of Service Award, Florida’s statewide volunteer award. Governor Scott said, “From volunteering in disaster recovery to selflessly serving Florida seniors and those with special needs, I am... Read More

Thursday / June 18 / 2015

Tallahassee—Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman today announced that Tallahassee will host the city’s first-ever AmeriCorps NCCC team. AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) strengthens communities and develops leaders by deploying individuals age 18-24 to communities across the nation to provide direct, team-based community service. The... Read More

Wednesday / June 17 / 2015

Florida to Receive $15.4 Million for AmeriCorps Education Projects 660 AmeriCorps members will serve K-12 students in Jacksonville, Miami, and Orlando  Tallahassee, Fla. – The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that administers AmeriCorps, announced new investments of $15.4 million to support AmeriCorps members who will... Read More

Monday / June 01 / 2015

Tallahassee – Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman announced the inaugural class of VF’s LeaderCorps Program today. The 2015 LeaderCorps Class is comprised of 21 service leaders from across Florida who will raise awareness of the impact of national service and advocate for volunteerism and civic engagement in their local communities.... Read More

Thursday / May 21 / 2015

Tallahassee – Mayor Andrew Gillum launched the 1,000 Mentors program today, focused on recruiting a cadre of 1,000 men and women willing to volunteer their time as mentors and volunteers for youth in our community. The effort has partnered with several community agencies, including Leon County Schools, Big Brothers Big... Read More

Monday / May 04 / 2015

Tallahassee – Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman today announced that Volunteer Florida is awarding $150,000 in grant funding to 15 nonprofits and service organizations across the state. The Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF), funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service, will be administered by Volunteer Florida.  Volunteer Florida CEO Chester... Read More

Thursday / April 23 / 2015

ORLANDO – Volunteer Florida hosted a training event this week for ten states across the Southeast. With support from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), VF hosted the Southern Regional Training in Orlando and partnered with Comcast to host a service project as part of the training. Volunteer Florida CEO... Read More

Tuesday / April 14 / 2015

During today’s meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman recognized four champions of service from across the State of Florida. Governor Scott said, “From individuals who have given selflessly of their own time to companies that prioritize philanthropy, Florida truly is a state... Read More

Wednesday / April 08 / 2015

Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman joined Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum at the Goodwill Prosperity Center in Tallahassee today to launch April 2015 as Florida Volunteer Month. Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman said, “Florida Volunteer Month celebrates our state’s millions of hardworking volunteers and encourages others to serve. We are thrilled... Read More