If you’re seeking employment, an organization in South Florida is offering free virtual workshops and occasional hiring fairs. Workshop topics include phone interviews, video interviewing, preparing resumes and others. Virtual workshops are offered on week days via on Zoom, including Telephone interviewing Video interviewing networking resumes financial management, example Ditch Debt Retire Richer Virtual hiring […]
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Free Food Distribution events in South Florida UPDATED
Organizations are offering free food distribution in South Florida for families that need help, with some sites offering drive-through pick-ups. Others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Please return to this site. We’re adding other food giveaways and resources. Occasionally events are added. Or maybe rescheduled. If your organization is distributing food, please email […]
Broward Schools offer free grab-&-go meal bundles
Free information on perfect plants for South Florida yards
Plenty of useful free information is readily available for residents who want to select Florida Friendly plants for their yards. Some information is online. Or landscaping experts are available via phone & email. The information includes recommendations for selecting perfect plants for South Florida, and allows for factoring in such factors as shape and light […]
Free virtual events online from Broward Library
Fun activities, entertaining live shows and informative workshops for kids, teenagers & adults are offered for free online. Broward Library features online events on Facebook Live, Webex & other formats. Entertaining Events for Kids, Teens & Families include Children’s BookFest events including September 23 &24, features Tracey Baptiste, author of The Jumbies event best […]
Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale offers deals
Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale features narrated boat transportation to different points along the Intracoastal Waterway and New River. In addition to opportunities for discounts onboard, extra deals are offered at participating restaurants and other vendors for those displaying their Water Taxi tickets. Water Taxi is running 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m. […]
Financial assistance & Other Resources for South Florida residents & entrepreneurs
Resources are available for assisting residents with employment, social services, paying rent, food & other expenses. With different programs, eligibility requirements vary. Please return to this page. We’re adding other information. Helplines Dial 2-1-1: Free Broward helpline offers info on food, financial & other resources Employment & Financial Fund helps eligible Broward residents with rent […]
Extra income — census bureau is hiring field representatives
If you want to work as a field representative, U.S. government is hiring. Pay rates are $14.95 to $22.92 per hour. Read flyer for requirements & duties, including interviewing respondents for census data Information about U.S. Census is online Read Other Features Free online employment resources & financial workshops Free online homework help & employment […]
Reducing water waste — rebates for upgrading outdoor irrigation
If you’re interested in upgrading your outdoor irrigation system, perhaps you’ll qualify for a rebate of $200 to $600. Different factors determine eligibility for Broward residents, including Where you reside, use eligibility map your existing irrigation is operational your existing irrigation uses metered city water If you’re eligible, apply online prior to performing any upgrades. […]
$100 toilet rebates for eligible residents
For an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $100 per toilet when replacing an old toilet with a more efficient low-flow WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible homeowners may receive two rebates, which is up to $200, per household. The […]
Tri-Rail waives fares until further notice
The South Florida train is waiving fares until further notice The train’s route includes 18 stations in South Florida. Tri-Rail is enhancing its safety precautions to accommodate physical distancing. face masks requested Seating organized for distancing passengers extra cars for more seating Information is 954-783-6030 or online Previous Article On weekends, […]
Free 2-1-1 program phones seniors daily
Senior Touchline is a free phone program for keeping in touch with older adults who live alone. Offered by 2-1-1 Broward, interested seniors age 60 and older may register online or 954-640-5800 Staff members and trained volunteers phone residents at the requested time and days. Read another articles From home, download e-books & other digital […]
Veggies and herbs you can grow inside in summer
If you’re interested in picking up a fresh at-home activity, producing edible indoor plants such as radishes, turnips & arugula right inside your South Florida home is fun, relatively easy & relatively inexpensive. For wisdom on the topic, we solicited tips from a South Florida urban horticulture program specialist affiliated with the University of Florida […]
