Volusia Forever Accepting Land Purchase Nominations

A wildly popular conservation program is gearing up to purchase and preserve lands that will benefit humans and wildlife for years to come. Volusia Forever Program to Purchase Local Lands Approved by taxpayers in 2000 and 2020, Volusia Forever finances the acquisition and improvement of environmentally sensitive, water resource protection, and outdoor recreation lands. The newly authorized program also added working forests and farmlands to … Continue reading Volusia Forever Accepting Land Purchase Nominations

Classroom Mini-Grants Available through FL Farm Bureau Federation

Calling all teachers! Florida Farm Bureau Classroom Mini-Grant Applications are now available. Florida Farm Bureau provides an array of resources to help educators and consumers learn more about agriculture. Their membership programs provide opportunities for farm families to support agriculture in our state. Teachers can Apply for $250 Classroom Mini Grant From helping teachers to growing tomorrow’s leaders to helping the rural and urban communities … Continue reading Classroom Mini-Grants Available through FL Farm Bureau Federation

COVID-19 Emergency Repair Available to Residents

Volusia County will accept applications from homeowners that have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and are in need of one or both of the following emergency repairs to their home: Septic tank pump out Central heat & air (HVAC) unit repair or replacement Program Eligibility Home is owned by the applicant and is the primary residence Home is not a pre-1994 mobile or manufactured home … Continue reading COVID-19 Emergency Repair Available to Residents

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INSIDE LOOK: Women United Volusia Chapter

All over the nation women are learning about the benefits and rewards of leveraging their time, talent and resources on behalf of their own interests. They are merging power, money and the desire to act as catalysts for change within their local communities. Meet the Volusia Chapter of Women United.  MISSION To inspire, educate and engage women in philanthropy, community service and advocacy; in order … Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Women United Volusia Chapter

Applications Accepted for New Citizens’ Police Review Board

Applications are being accepted to serve on the city of Daytona Beach’s newly formed Citizens’ Police Review Board. City commissioners approved the formation of this new board at their July 15, 2020 meeting to add an extra layer of accountability and transparency between the police department and the public they serve. The board will meet quarterly, or on an as-needed basis, and members will serve … Continue reading Applications Accepted for New Citizens’ Police Review Board

Volusia County Begins Accepting Grant Applications Thursday

County Council has approved the Relaunch Volusia: Small Business Reopening Grant Program! Volusia County will utilize funds provided by the CARES Act to make direct grants in the amount of Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00) per qualifying Volusia County small business that submits a timely, complete application, including all requested documentation. Grants shall be provided, one per qualified small business, on a first-come, first-served basis.  In … Continue reading Volusia County Begins Accepting Grant Applications Thursday

Volusia County Offering Small Business Assistance Grant Program

Volusia County unveiled preliminary plans last Tuesday for a grant program to help small businesses reopen their doors and rebound from the economic devastation brought on by coronavirus crisis. On Tuesday, officials said stimulating the local economy by helping small businesses get back on their feet would be a worthy use for some of the county’s federal funds. Volusia County Receives Funds for Grant Program … Continue reading Volusia County Offering Small Business Assistance Grant Program

Volusia County to start COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Grant Program

Volusia County unveiled preliminary plans on Tuesday for a grant program to help small businesses reopen their doors and rebound from the economic devastation brought on by coronavirus crisis. On Tuesday, officials said stimulating the local economy by helping small businesses get back on their feet would be a worthy use for some of the county’s federal funds. Volusia County Receives Funds for Grant Program … Continue reading Volusia County to start COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Grant Program

NSB Auxiliary Looking for Volunteers

The Auxiliary was established in 1960 for the purpose of serving the New Smyrna Beach community hospital, their healthcare workers, patients and visiting families. The search for volunteers is ON! AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Auxiliary Needs Volunteers AdventHealth NSB Auxiliary is encouraging anyone who wishes to support the causes of the Auxiliary to join their team and commit to 4 hours a week. The Auxiliary … Continue reading NSB Auxiliary Looking for Volunteers

Funds Available For Children And Community Programs

Grant funds are available for fiscal year 2019-20 programs in Volusia County that serve children and the community. The total funding available is $79,567. Volusia County Offers Grant Funds for Community Programs Unique public services that serve the community and do not fit within the following categories are eligible to apply: services for persons with disabilities infant and maternal health and early childhood services to … Continue reading Funds Available For Children And Community Programs