Current Press Releases
Duval teens learn and apply workplace skills during summer break
8/24/2010
98 Duval County teens celebrated their completion of Data Busters, a computer and job skills program that prepares teens for future employment. A total of 210 teens completed the program in Baker, Clay, Nassau, Flagler, Putnam, and St. Johns counties.
NFCAA seeking applicants for free home weatherization services
4/22/2010
The Northeast Florida Community Action Agency received $4.3 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for its weatherization program, which provides free energy-related home repairs for low income residents. NFCAA is now seeking eligible homeowners in Baker, Duval, Flagler, Nassau and Putnam counties to apply for the program.
NFCAA provides free weatherization services to eligible residents
10/30/2009
As we enjoy our first taste of cool weather, now is the time to start thinking of weatherizing our homes. Today the Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA) observed weatherization day in Duval County. Many residents can't afford to make repairs that will increase their homes' energy efficiency. But eligible families can get help through the NFCAA's weatherization program.
NFCAA named Florida agency of the year
9/17/2009
The Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA) was recently named Florida’s “Agency of the Year” by The Florida Association for Community Action for successfully helping low-income families and individuals achieve economic independence.
Current News Articles
Agency's work lowers utility costs, improves homes
8/25/2010
The Daytona Beach News-Journal reports that NFCAA has funds for free home weatherizaton repairs, but needs Flagler residents to apply for the program.
Stimulus Funds Help Move Floridians from Welfare to the Workplace
8/5/2010
John Edwards, NFCAA executive director, reports that his agency has trained and placed more than 100 people in jobs using ARRA funding.
Electric bills: Energy help available for many
6/30/2010
John Edwards, Jr., NFCAA's executive director, writes how eligible seniors and other residents of Baker, Duval, Flagler, Nassau and Putnam counties can get relief from the deadly summer heat through NFCAA’s weatherization program. With $4.3 million in funding from ARRA, NFCAA is positioned to help many more residents with free repairs that make homes more energy efficient.
Weatherization heats up in 2010
12/21/2009
John Edwards, Jr., executive director of NFCAA, writes about benefits resulting from increased funding for weatherization programs in Reuters.com's "Great Debate." He states that the funding benefits not only homeowners, but it also generates local jobs, reduces the nation's energy demand, and helps the environment through reduced emissions.
Legislator urges end to space heaters
12/2/2009
Florida state representatives Audrey Gibson and Mia Jones, State senator Tony Hill and Jacksonville City Council member Warren Jones encourage Duval County residents to seek weatherization services from NFCAA.
State leaders publicize weatherization program
12/2/2009
Three state legislators and other local leaders promoted NFCAA's weatherization program in response to a recent series of tragic home fires related to space heaters
