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Published on September 2, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida Invite Students to Participate in Hispanic Heritage Month Art and Essay ...

The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students throughout the state to participate in the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month art and essay contests. All Florida students – including public, charter, private, virtual and homeschool – …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 20:04 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces $22.5 Million in AmeriCorps Funding to Strengthen Communities Across Florida

Volunteer Florida announced $22.5 million in AmeriCorps funding to support national service programs strengthening communities and expanding the impact of service across Florida. The investment will support 38 organizations and engage 1,741 AmeriCorps …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces 2026-2027 Volunteer Generation Fund Grant Opportunity

Volunteer Florida is pleased to announce the availability of up to $300,000 in Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) grant funding for the 2026-2027 grant year. Eligible Florida-based organizations may apply for awards of up to $20,000 to strengthen volunteer …

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Published on May 22, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Winners of America250FL Art & Essay Contest

This week, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the winners of the America250FL art and essay contest at a reception held at the Governor’s Mansion in Tallahassee. Students submitted original artwork and essays based on the theme, “Celebrating Florida’s …

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Published on March 23, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces FY 2026 AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service To America) Concept Paper Guidance

Volunteer Florida is pleased to announce the release of the FY 2026 AmeriCorps VISTA Concept Paper Guidance for organizations interested in hosting an AmeriCorps VISTA member beginning in August 2026. Program Overview Volunteer Florida administers an …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 15:33 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces Community Emergency Response Team / Citizen Corps Funding for FY 2026–2027

Volunteer Florida is pleased to announce the availability of funding for the FY 2026–2027 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) / Citizen Corps (CC) Program. This funding opportunity will support local efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness, …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:39 GMT

2026 Black History Month Art, Essay and Educator Contest Winners Announced

On Wednesday evening, the winners of the Black History Month educator and student art and essay contests were announced at a reception at the Governor’s Mansion. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Black History.” The Black History Month student and educator …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:37 GMT

Volunteer Florida Collects Over 3,000 Items of Professional Attire During 11th Annual Suits for Session Service Project

Volunteer Florida announced that the 11th annual Suits for Session service project resulted in the collection of 3,041 items of professional attire. The clothing will be donated to Dress for Success Greater Orlando, FSU ProfessioNole Clothing Closet, and …

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Published on February 20, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Get Things Done with AmeriCorps: FY 2026 AmeriCorps Formula Guidance

Volunteer Florida, the organization responsible for managing AmeriCorps programs in the State of Florida, is pleased to announce the FY 2026 AmeriCorps Formula Guidance. Each year, approximately 200,000 Americans meet critical community needs through …

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Published on February 6, 2026 - 19:34 GMT

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by Entering the America250FL Essay and Art Contests

To honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite all Florida students in grades K-12 to participate in the America250FL art and essay contests. The essay and art contests provide an …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces FY2026 AmeriCorps Competitive Guidance

Each year, approximately 200,000 Americans meet critical community needs through service in AmeriCorps nationwide. With funding from AmeriCorps that is administered by Volunteer Florida, AmeriCorps members in Florida dedicate a term of intensive service …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida Invite Students and Educators to Participate in 2026 Black History Month ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invited students to participate in the 2026 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme, “Celebrating Black History.” Black history Month is …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 20:11 GMT

11th Annual Suits for Session Service Project

Start cleaning out your closets! Volunteer Florida is excited to announce that our 11th Annual Suits for Session service project will take place at the Florida Capitol and in front of City Hall on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Suits for Session engages …

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Published on November 12, 2025 - 21:35 GMT

Florida Students Invited to Participate in 2025 Native American Heritage Month Contests

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invited students to participate in the 2025 Native American Heritage Month student art and essay contests with the theme “Celebrating Florida’s Native American Heritage.” Native …

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Published on October 30, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Recognize Hispanic Heritage Month Art, Essay, and Educator Contest Winners

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the winners of the Hispanic Heritage Month student art and essay contest and educator awards. Contest winners were invited to the Florida Governor’s Mansion where they …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

Florida Students Invited to Participate in 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Contests

Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida encourage students to participate in the 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month student art and essay contests with the theme, “Celebrating Florida’s Hispanic Heritage.” Hispanic Heritage Month is …

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Published on July 24, 2025 - 14:25 GMT

Volunteer Florida Announces Service Enterprise Program

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Volunteer Florida, in continued partnership with the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE) and Points of Light, is proud to announce the launch of the 2025–2026 Service Enterprise Cohort. This initiative offers Florida’ …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:28 GMT

Volunteer Florida Foundation Announces Funding for Rural Communities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Volunteer Florida Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the FY 2025–2026 Rural Community Assets Fund (RCAF) grant program. This initiative is designed to enhance the capacity of community-based organizations by recruiting …

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Published on March 31, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

Volunteer Florida Collects Over 3,800 Items of Professional Attire During 10th Annual Suits for Session Service Project

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Volunteer Florida announced that the 10th annual Suits for Session service project resulted in the collection of 3,833 items of professional attire. The clothing will be donated to FSU ProfessioNole Clothing Closet, Orlando …

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Published on March 5, 2025 - 15:06 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Recognize Black History Month Art, Essay, and Educator Contest Winners

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the winners of the Black History Month student art and essay contest and educator awards. This year’s theme is Honoring African American Contributions to Florida’s …

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