Volunteers of America, 20th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205, US

Volunteers of America of Florida is a community-based, human service, charitable organization that offers various housing, health and social service programs. It serves people with mental illnesses and developmental disabilities. The organization maintains a presence in Tampa, Fla., and is a charter member of Volunteers of America, which is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization that offers a variety of human service programs, including housing and health care. Founded in 1896, the parent organization serves more than 2 million people in over 400 communities. It supports at-risk youths, senior citizens, people with disabilities, and men and women returning from prison. Volunteers of America serves individuals recovering from addictions and homeless individuals and their families. It strengthens community life through various community programs that offer a safety net for individuals and families who are at risk of homelessness, hunger and other life crises. Volunteers of America additionally provides affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households.