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The Apopka Voice
Published September 10AdventHealth grants will help 13 nonprofits serve more than 123,000 Central Floridians
AdventHealth is supporting 13 Central Florida nonprofits working to improve housing stability, food access, transportation, and maternal health. The grants are expected to help the organizations serve more than 123,200 people, including families in the Apopka area.
Bungalower
Published September 10Milk District Future Meeting Set for Sept. 16 as Neighborhood Changes Accelerate
The Milk District has been going through a lot lately, and if you have thoughts about what comes next, the City of Orlando wants to hear them. The City will host its first public workshop for The Milk District Vision Plan on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Orlando…
Bungalower
Published September 10Central Florida Nonprofits Have Until Friday to Apply for Victory Cup Funding
If you run a Central Florida nonprofit and could use unrestricted funding and some help telling your story, this is your last-minute reminder. Applications for the 12th annual Victory Cup Initiative close Friday, September 11, giving eligible nonprofits a shot at funding,…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 09Florida Blue Foundation offers $3 million for maternal health initiatives
The Florida Blue Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits working to improve maternal health outcomes statewide. Approximately $3 million will support programs addressing chronic health conditions, maternal mental health, and barriers to care in rural and…
El Osceola Star
Published September 09Llega a Orlando el programa “Boleto Al Trabajo”: para beneficiarios de SSI
Orlando, FL – La Alianza Municipal de Servicios Integrados, Inc. (AMSI) anunció la expansión de su Programa Ticket to Work (Boleto al Trabajo) a la Florida Central, con el objetivo de apoyar a…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 08Labor, Community, and Faith Organizations Call on World’s Largest Grower and Apopka Employer to Join National Program called ‘Planting Justice’ to Eradicate Labor Abuses
Apopka groups will rally September 8 urging Costa Farms to join Planting Justice and address labor and human rights concerns among plant nursery workers.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 08Apopka Night Out brings first responders and families together on Fifth Street
Apopka families gathered on Fifth Street for an evening of activities and interaction with local first responders. The Apopka Police and Fire departments presented the event in partnership with Market on 5th.
South Lake Tablet
Published September 07Former President and Nobel Peace Laureate Óscar Arias Joins Global 24 Hours for PEACE Initiative (Sept 20-21)
The Rotary IMPACT Club of Orlando will host its inaugural 24-Hour Coming Together for PEACE event on September 20–21, 2026, in recognition of the United Nations International Day of Peace, bringing together participants from around the world in a continuous 24-hour celebration of…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 07The connection between Apopka, Labor Day, and 1882
Labor Day and incorporated Apopka share a remarkable connection: Both trace their beginnings to the first week of September 1882. From Rock Springs and Wekiwa Springs to free admission at Leu Gardens and restaurant specials, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday close…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 01Second Harvest calls on Central Florida to take action against hunger
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida asks residents to take at least one action to fight hunger in September. Community members can donate, volunteer, attend an event, advocate for hunger relief, or wear orange for Hunger Action Day.
The Apopka Voice
Published August 31Rotary Club of Apopka to assemble 100 backpacks for human trafficking survivors
The Rotary Club of Apopka will assemble 100 rescue backpacks for children and adults recovered from human trafficking situations across Central Florida. The community service project begins at 5 p.m. Sept. 3 at First Methodist Church of Apopka.
The Apopka Voice
Published August 31New Data: Orange County Animal Services saves more cats than 99% of U.S. shelters
Orange County Animal Services saved 7,191 cats during the 12 months ending in September 2025, according to a nationwide study by cat-care brand KittySpout. That placed the shelter among the top 1% in the country and represented approximately one cat saved every hour and 13…