Category: Volunteerism
A Day of Gifts, Literacy and Laughs: One local volunteer shares his ‘why’
For many low-income families their love for their children far exceeds their resources to purchase books and other basic educational needs. Ever year, United Way of Northeast Florida helps fill this gap with its annual signature event, “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” which brings some surprise holiday cheer and academic help to local children who need it the most.
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Jacksonville teen earns prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award
Jacksonville teen Alexander Hassel recently qualified for the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award for his outstanding commitment to community service. Hassel, who is 15…
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Nearly 1,500 books donated to children in ReadingPals
For the fourth year in a row, hundreds of students in Duval and Nassau counties will receive free books to add to their at-home library….
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Four reasons you should help “Stuff the Bus”
Four reasons to support Stuff the Bus, an annual initiative supporting schools, teachers and students in Duval County.
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Mentor made all the difference to graduating Jacksonville teen
Children in Achievers For Life rely on their adult mentors to be a support system of encouragement they may not receive at home — or as an extension of what they are already getting at home. Jaelyn is just one example of the lives changed by Achievers For Life every day.
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