At Verizon Florida, we believe deeply in the power of communications to change people's lives for the better. We are committed to bringing the benefits of our technology to as many places as we can, in a way that respects the rich diversity of our customers. We are building on a legacy of service that goes back more than a century. Our employees are continuing that commitment, serving millions of customers every day on the job and contributing their own time to the well-being of the communities where we live and work.

More than 750 nonprofit groups in Florida received more than $2 million from the Verizon Foundation in 2008, enabling recipient organizations to improve literacy skills, enhance educational opportunities for children, and help domestic violence survivors rebuild their lives. 

In addition, Verizon employees volunteered more than 49,000 hours to nonprofit groups throughout the state.

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Verizon has a long history of supporting quality educational resources and programs. We focus on preparing children to be successful; enabling teachers, parents and caregivers to help children learn; and educating adults so they are prepared to achieve their goals and contribute to their communities.

In the section you'll discover just a few examples of our commitment to lifelong learning.

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We support initiatives that help prevent domestic violence and improve access to healthcare information and services.

Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival

The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, in Tampa recieved a $20,000 grant to support the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, specifically to provide instruction to 6th and 7th grade students from Van Buren Middle School.

http://www.fmopa.org/

The Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association

The St. Petersburg organizationreceived a $20,000 for the creation of an 80-page book and study guide focusing on the history and preservation of the neighborhoods of St. Petersburg, including its buildings, landscapes and history. The book, entitled "Souvenir of St. Petersburg ¿ Views from the Vinoy," was given to every 4th grade student in Pinellas County Schools.

http://www.honna.org/

The Women's Resource Center of Manatee

Verizon awarded a $10,000 grant last year to this Bradenton organization to support women in abusive relationships gain independence through career assistance, computer classes and counseling.

http://www.wrcmanatee.org/

The Verizon Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Verizon Communications, supports the advancement of literacy and K-12 education through its free educational Web site, Thinkfinity.org, and fosters awareness and prevention of domestic violence.  In 2008, the Verizon Foundation awarded more than $68 million in grants to nonprofit agencies in the U.S. and abroad.  It also matched the charitable donations of Verizon employees and retirees, resulting in an additional $26 million in combined contributions to nonprofits.  Through Verizon Volunteers, one of the nation's largest employee volunteer programs, Verizon employees and retirees have volunteered more than 3 million hours of community service since 2000. For more information on the foundation, visit www.verizonfoundation.org.