Press Releases

St. Petersburg, FL –Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) is proud to partner in providing support through Project C.O.P.E. (Caring for Our People in Emergencies), an initiative designed to address the ongoing impact of Hurricane Milton from the 2024 hurricane season affecting residents of Pinellas County. This project is possible through funding and cooperation from Central Florida Behavioral Health Network (CFBHN), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). Support and Community Engagement Beginning October 27, 2025, the Project C.O.P.E. team will actively engage with the community to extend much-needed aid. “We are…

Palm Bay, FL, Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) is hosting the grand opening of Space Coast Commons, a new 31-unit affordable housing development dedicated to providing safe, affordable homes for low-income families, individuals with special needs, and homeless households in Palm Bay. The celebration will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 9:00 AM at Space Coast Commons, located at 1981 Convair St SE, Palm Bay, Florida 32909. Space Coast Commons represents a significant step forward in addressing the affordable housing crisis in Palm Bay. This new construction offers 1- and 2-bedroom single-family apartments. The development provides permanent…

* * * MEDIA ADVISORY * * * Volunteers of America of Florida Partners with The Home Depot Foundation and Team Depot to Beautify Tarpon Village Apartments as Part of 2025 Celebration of Service WHAT  Tampa, FL – [Date] – Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) is proud to announce its upcoming community revitalization project in partnership with The Home Depot Foundation and Team Depot, Home Depot’s associate volunteer force. The beautification event at Tarpon Village Apartments is scheduled for October 7, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and aligns with The Home Depot Foundation’s (THDF) annual Celebration of…

Introducing Your Impact, Their Future: Supporting Volunteers of America of Florida . A New Video Showcasing the Life-Changing Difference You’ve Made

Volunteers of America of Florida invites all Marion County residents and supporters to participate in Give4Marion by visiting Give to Volunteers of America of Florida | Give4Marion on September 16-17

Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) Sebring office is relocating to a new address at 844 Poinsettia Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870

Operation Backpack® 2025 is officially launching, aiming to provide children in need across the local area with new backpacks and essential school supplies.

Janet Stringfellow, President & CEO of Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF), was honored with the prestigious Excellence in Philanthropy Award at the Volunteers of America National Conference. This recognition celebrates Janet’s extraordinary leadership and dedication to serving Florida’s most vulnerable communities, exemplifying what it means to lead with compassion and impact.

Project Day: Friday, June 20, 2025 Day one of Operation Tampa Bay Blitz will take place at The Volunteers of America Florida – James Cole Village. Mark your calendars for June 20th! The Mission Continues is making its much-anticipated return to James Cole Village, signaling the start of an exciting week of service and community engagement. Be a part of this momentous occasion as we collaborate for lasting impact. Join us and witness firsthand the power of unity and commitment to positive change. Together with our partners, we are spending the day: REGISTER FOR PROJECT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Volunteers of America of Florida Theresa Scully | Communications & Outreach Manager Office: 727-416-2345 | Email: tscully@voa-fla.org Tampa, FL — Volunteers of America of Florida (VOAF) is excited to share its groundbreaking 2024 Annual Report, showcasing a year of resilience, hope, and impactful change across Florida. Highlighting personal stories of recovery and renewal, this report underscores the organization’s commitment to providing essential support and housing to the state’s most vulnerable populations, including veterans, seniors, and individuals facing homelessness. The 2024 annual report shares the inspiring story of Sara, a VOAF beneficiary. Facing the challenges of manic depression, Sara found…