City of Destin 2020 Hurricane Information Guide is Now Available
Hurricane season began June 1 and ends Nov. 30. The 2020 City of Destin Hurricane Guide is now available on the City of Destin website and City of Destin Government Facebook page. This comprehensive, 7-page guide provides valuable information that you can use before, during and after a storm: cityofdestin.com/hurricaneguide.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida Connects Virtually
As an organization driven by one-to-one connections, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBSNWFL) remains virtual, keeping the health and wellness of the staff, volunteers, children and families at the highest priority. The staff of BBBSNWFL is working remotely and innovating new engaging ways to remain connected with the communities from Pensacola to Panama City. Each week on Tuesday, virtual recruitment and information sessions are hosted through Zoom. Each session is 30 minutes long and filled with information on becoming a Big Brother, donor or friend of the agency and are found on the Big Brothers Big Sister’s Facebook and Instagram page at 8:30 a.m, 12 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. If you’re interested in becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister, or just want to learn more about BBBSNWFL’s mission and vision, ‘Let’s Talk Tuesdays’ is a great resource. BBBSNWFL provides one-to-one mentoring for children ages 5-18. Last year, the organization served 646 children. Visit bbbsnwfl.org or call 850.433.5437 to learn more.
Ashley Vannoy Joins First Bank of the Lake
Local resident Ashley Vannoy has joined the Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending team as Vice President, SBA Healthcare Commercial Lending. In this role, Ashley will be responsible for commercial real estate growth within the 30A, South Walton and Destin communities by capitalizing on her strong track record and relationships in the commercial lending arena. “With more than 33 years of experience in community banking, commercial and private banking,” says Annemarie Murphy, Executive Vice President, President SBA,“ Ashley embodies the spirit of community and is a top performer who has proven to be a trusted advisor to her clients.”
Temporary Disaster Relief Jobs Program
CareerSource Okaloosa Walton’s Board has been awarded a $150,000 Disaster Recovery Dislocated Worker Grant to provide disaster-relief and humanitarian assistance temporary employment opportunities. Funds are limited! You can find examples of potentially allowable temporary disaster-relief job duties at careersourceokaloosawalton.com.
Record Number of Local Nonprofits Completing First Step in IMPACT 100 NWF Grant Process
A record number of nonprofits have completed the first step of the IMPACT 100 NWF grant process. The mission of IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida, Inc., is to financially support nonprofit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton counties within five focus areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Recreation and Preservation, Family and Health & Wellness. Created in 2012, IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida has awarded $2.7 million in grants to local nonprofit organizations, including five $101,600 grants in 2019. In late October, members will hear from the grant finalists and determine the 2020 grant recipients.
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