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Ryan RayMarch 16, 2016

Gov. Rick Scott announced the governor’s office would pitch in $50,000 in state funds to help with relief efforts in three Florida counties damaged by recent tornadoes. The money – administered through Volunteer Florida, the governor’s commission on volunteerism and service – will be matched by local authorities for a total of $100,000 overall for Escambia, Santa Rosa, […]

Peter SchorschMarch 1, 2016

The popular ride-booking app Uber is teaming up with Volunteer Florida to help provide gently-used professional attire for unemployed or underemployed Floridians looking for a leg up when it comes to job interviews. The groups announced the new initiative – dubbed “#SuitsForSession” – in partnership with Dress For Success Tallahassee, Goodwill Industries of the Big Bend Inc., the Florida Department […]

Staff ReportsFebruary 11, 2016

Volunteer Florida, the governor’s commission on volunteerism and community service, gave its official Champions of Service award to two lawmakers Thursday. Sen. Gwen Margolis of Miami and Rep. Marlene O’Toole of The Villages were honored with the award in a ceremony in the state capitol. “It is an honor to recognize members of the Florida Legislature who have demonstrated a […]

Phil AmmannDecember 22, 2015

Volunteer work may be a year-round calling, but it’s the holiday season when most Floridians are aware of others in need. That’s why Volunteer Florida, the Governor’s lead agency for service and volunteerism statewide, promotes the theme of holiday service for the month of December. In a new email to supporters, Volunteer Florida highlights one […]

Guest AuthorDecember 16, 2015

This time of year many of us reflect on the things that make us grateful: our family, friends, good health, and meaningful work. In doing so, we often turn our thoughts to ways we give back to the community and help those less fortunate. With that in mind Volunteer Florida’s theme for the month of […]

Phil AmmannNovember 16, 2015

On Friday, Gov. Rick Scott announced three appointments and four reappointments, including Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward, to the Florida Commission on Community Service, otherwise known as Volunteer Florida. Volunteer Florida is the lead state agency for volunteerism and national service, administering $31.7 million in federal, state, and local funding for programs throughout Florida. The agency […]

Jim RosicaSeptember 28, 2015

Business leaders, experts and elected officials will gather starting Monday morning to discuss Florida’s future at the annual Future of Florida Forum hosted by the Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The forum is Monday and Tuesday at the Omni Orlando Resort, 1500 Masters Blvd. in ChampionsGate. More than 300 participants are expected to attend. Registrations will still be […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 16, 2015

Business leaders, experts and elected officials will gather together to discuss securing Florida’s future at the annual Future of Florida Forum hosted by the Florida Chamber Foundation. The forum is Sept. 28 and 29 at the Omni Orlando Resort, 1500 Masters Blvd. in ChampionsGate. As part of the first-ever event is the #BringABook initiative, a partnership […]

Phil AmmannJuly 15, 2015

Florida’s lead volunteerism and national service agency have selected a new board of directors. Volunteer Florida announced three new members of the Volunteer Florida Foundation Board of Directors. Serving two-year terms each are Monesia Brown, director of public affairs and government relations for Walmart; Juan “J.C.” Flores, vice president of governmental affairs for AT&T Florida; […]

Phil AmmannJune 13, 2015

After the Florida Senate’s inability to consider reappointments by the 2015 Regular Legislative Session sine die, Gov. Rick Scott announced 112 reappointments to various boards and commissions throughout the state, including these from the Tampa Bay region: Board of Athletic Training Brian Hudson, 51, of St. Petersburg, is vice president of sales and marketing for […]

Tag: Volunteer Florida

Rick Scott announces $100k in tornado disaster relief for Escambia, Santa Rosa, Charlotte

Uber, Volunteer Florida team up to provide #SuitsForSession for needy

Volunteer Florida awards Gwen Margolis, Marlene O’Toole with Champion of Service honors

Email insights: HandsOn Jax brings holiday cheer to local schoolchildren

Chester W. Spellman: Volunteerism over the holidays

Governor picks 7 for Volunteer Florida board

Florida Chamber to kick off Future of Florida Forum

Florida Chamber announces Future of Florida Forum, #BringABook initiative with Volunteer Florida

Volunteer Florida puts 3 on board of directors

Rick Scott announces long list of Tampa Bay-area board appointments