Current Press Releases
NFCAA Commences First Multi-family Weatherization Project
2/2/2012
Residents of the Treetop Apartments on Jacksonville’s Westside will receive services to reduce utility costs through a NFCAA weatherization project.
Inaugural event honors success of NFCAA clients
10/18/2011
On November 3, NFCAA will host "Lives Illuminated: A Night of Reflection and Rejuvenation" which will highlight the accomplishments of our clients and demonstrate our impact in communities we serve.
Balance Budget Amendment would hurt those who need help
6/24/2011
Congress is considering a balanced budget amendment to the US Constitution as a way to address the federal deficit. In a letter to editors of area newspapers, John Edwards explains how BBA will hurt families in need.
Northeast Florida Community Action Agency elects 2011 board officers
3/30/2011
The Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA) has elected officers for its 2011 board of directors.
A.I.M. high job fair set for March 30
3/15/2011
NFCAA, the Jacksonville Housing Authority and the City Rescue Mission present AIM High, a job and resource fair that will be held March 30 at the Brentwood Lakes Neighborhood Network Center.
NFCAA now taking applications for Data Busters 2011
2/8/2011
NFCAA is now taking applications for the 2011 Data Busters program, a summer program for 14- to 16-year-olds that combines classroom instruction with practical paid work experience. Data Busters is offered in Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties. Deadline to submit an application is March 31.
NFCAA helps area families weather the cold with energy assistance program
12/30/2010
NFCAA can now help more Northeast Florida residents who struggle to pay home energy bills. NFCAA recently received an additional $2.8 million for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, bringing total program funding to $8.5 million.
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.
Youth in Action takes hands-on approach to help others
5/12/2010
In Flagler County, Youth in Action volunteers helped to plant, tend and harvest a community garden, donating the harvest to area food banks.
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 celebrates success stories
12/5/2011
NFCAA celebrated its clients' achievements in a special presentation Nov. 5 called "Lives Illuminated." Read Beth Cravey's article that appeared Dec. 5 in The Florida Times-Union
See if You're Eligible to Weatherize Your Home
12/9/2010
View the First Coast News segment on the Northeast Florida Community Action Agency's weatherization assistance program.
Teens honored by SJRCC learning initiative
9/5/2010
Thirty-eight St. Johns County teens completed Data Busters, NFCAA's 6-week summer program that teaches computer and work skills. Teens had the opportunity to apply what they learned at their part-time jobs.
Good News: These teens spent their summer learning to bust data
8/27/2010
This summer, 98 Duval County teens learned computer skills and employment expectations during NFCAA's Data Busters program.
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.
Data Busters learn all summer
8/3/2010
Eighteen Nassau County teens were recognized for completing Data Busters, NFCAA's 6-week summer program that teaches computer and employment skills. The Honorable Brian Davis gave the keynote address
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
