Category: Community Volunteers

Gators 4 Mercy: A Journey in Water Security with Water 4 Mercy
February 28, 2024
As a graduate student at the University of Florida in 2021, Anthony Halcyon saw a local news segment that he credits for changing the trajectory of his academic and humanitarian endeavors as a scientist. It showcased the impactful work of Water ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Natural Resources, WaterTags: Anthony Bolesta, Anthony Halcyon, Humanitarian, Soil Water And Ecosystem Sciences, Water

How it Happened: Florida Master Money Mentor Program
February 23, 2024
Financial security is essential to our quality of life. However, learning how to be financially secure isn’t something usually taught on the job or in school. Some people may think financial education is only for those who can afford it, but ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Money Matters, UF/IFASTags: Bank Of America, Extension, Family And Consumer Sciences, Florida Master Money Mentors, Homebuyer Education, How It Happened, Living On My Own, Savings, UF-IFAS, VITA

Meet a Master Gardener Volunteer Series: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Educational Outreach Garden
February 12, 2024
Welcome to our "Meet a Master Gardener Volunteer" blog series, where we delve into the inspiring stories and impactful contributions of the passionate individuals who form the backbone of our gardening community. These dedicated volunteers bring ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & LifeTags: Demonstration Garden, Master Gardener Volunteer, MeetAnMGV, Pgm_HortRes, Volunteer

Walk Across Wakulla and Celebrate Wakulla Wonderful
February 11, 2024
The Wakulla Wonderful event is back! On Saturday, March 9, from 10 am to 2 PM, Wakulla 4-H invites the Board of County Commissioners, all elected county officials, our business community and all citizens to join Wakulla 4-H at the Wakulla ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Community, Educational, Extension, Family, Florida, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension

Growing Together: Orange Co Master Gardener Volunteer 2023 Highlights
February 2, 2024
UF/IFAS Extension owes much of its success in community outreach and horticulture education to the invaluable contributions of the Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) Program. From providing assistance in the Plant Clinic to conducting classes countywide, ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: 4-H, Community Outreach, Garden, Garden Festival, Garden Festival And Plant Sale, Gardening, Gardening Workshops, Landscape, Master Gardener Volunteer, Master Gardener Volunteers, New Vegetable Gardener, OC MGV, Ocextension, Orange County, Orange County Garden, Orange County Gardening, Orange County Master Gardener Volunteers, Orange County Plant Clinic, Orlando Garden Festival, Orlando Gardening, Plant Clinic, Plant Sale, Plants, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, Volunteer Impact, VolunteerImpact, Volunteers