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We’re delighted to share a heartwarming recap of a memorable evening that celebrated the literary achievements of Sara Mossman Duncan, a proud participant of Volunteers of America of Florida. This outstanding book signing event, held with the generous support of Blue Flamingo in Bradenton, Florida, underscored the power of community and resilience. The event was a showcase of Sara’s latest work and a reflection of the transformative journey she embarked on with VOAFL. Attendees were treated to readings, personal stories, and the opportunity to connect more deeply with Sara’s experiences and insights. We extend our deepest gratitude to Blue Flamingo…

St. Petersburg, FL – FEBRUARY 7, 2024 The spirit of community and collaboration shines brightly as Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAFL) celebrates a significant event in their mission to provide affordable homes.  On February 8th, 2024, VOAFL will receive a massive delivery of six truckloads of furniture at the newly opened Innovare Apartments – a dedicated affordable housing complex in St. Petersburg. Innovare Apartments is unique, even among affordable housing options, by integrating units that cater to extremely low-income households. This notable milestone has been made possible in part due to the substantial discounts of over $38,000 provided by…

WHAT: Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAFL) is pleased to announce the purchase of a new property to provide transitional housing for unhoused veterans.  On Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., we are delighted to partner with The Home Depot Foundation and Team Depot, Home Depot’s associate volunteer force, to refurbish the newly acquired property.  Our collaborative efforts with Team Depot will focus on cleaning, painting, and organizing each room to create an inviting space for incoming veterans. This initiative prepares the rooms for the first round of veterans moving in and transitioning out of homelessness. …

Date: Monday, October 23  Location: Volunteers of America of Florida: Innovare, 850 5th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701  Time: 9:00 AM  What: Volunteers of America of Florida is embarking on a significant mission to address the alarming affordable housing crisis in Saint Petersburg with their upcoming Innovare project.  Innovare, an ambitious residential development, will house 50 units dedicated to providing affordable housing for those in need. Significantly, half of these units will be specially earmarked for extremely low-income Floridians.  In line with this milestone, a special ‘Innovare Blessing’ ceremony will be held at the construction site. This unique event…