$8.8 Million in Grants for Florida
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SRQ DAILY FRIDAY WEEKEND EDITION
FRIDAY AUG 15, 2014 |
Volunteer Florida CEO Chester Spellman today announced 31 Florida AmeriCorps programs have been funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service for 2014-2015. These programs, funded by $8.8 million in federal CNCS grants and $7.6 million in local matching funds, will engage over 1,270 AmeriCorps members in direct service to local communities. They will mentor students, create job opportunities, support non-profits and provide local response during disasters. In addition to this funding, Florida’s AmeriCorps members will be eligible for $6.4 million in college scholarships upon their successful graduation, resulting in a total federal investment of $15.2 million. Most AmeriCorps members attend college in the area in which they serve, providing a direct investment in Florida’s colleges and universities.
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