Community & Services
Check it out! Mayor’s Toy Drive Gets Drop-Off Help from Orange County Library System
The 2023 Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive launched November 6, and this year, additional drop-off locations have been made available at the 15 Orange County Library System branches, providing more options for people to drop off a toy. The collaboration represents a great example of how government agencies can work together on a shared […]
State-of-the Art Multicultural Center Opens Its Doors in Pine Hills
Orange County recently celebrated the grand opening of a cutting-edge Multicultural Center in Pine Hills. The 17,000 square foot facility, located at the site...
Over $4 Million in Cultural Tourism Grants Handed Out to 40 Organizations
Grant Monies from Tourist Development Tax Last month, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved $4.2 million for the Cultural Tourism Grant...
Orange County’s Sustainable Communities Grant Program: Creating Eco-Friendly Neighborhoods
Providing funding to support and assist neighborhoods and organizations working on reducing pollution and their carbon footprint is being spearheaded by Orange County Neighborhood...
Orange County Hispanic Heritage Month | A Celebration Showcasing a Vibrant Hispanic Community
National Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration of the history and culture of U.S. Hispanic communities. The event, which runs from Sept. 15...
Beautification Grants Improve the Appearance of Orange County Neighborhoods
A beautification program represents an effective strategy to maintain and enhance neighborhoods. It can lead to more interaction among neighbors, an improved quality of...
Orange County Community Conference: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
On October 14, 2023, Orange County will host its in-person Community Conference, an annual event that provides residents an opportunity to learn about innovative...
Orange County Recognized Nationally for Tree Growth and Green Education Efforts
This year, the Arbor Day Foundation has twice recognized Orange County for its efforts to make Central Florida among the nation’s greenest regions. In...
Orange County Pilot Program Providing Child Care for Domestic Violence Survivors
In 2019, Mayor Demings reconvened the Orange County Domestic Violence Commission (originally convened in 2005) in response to higher rates of cases and incidents...
H2O Pipeline Program Puts High School Students on a Promising Pathway to a Lifelong Career
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners recently honored the first group of students who successfully completed the H2O Pipeline Program. This initiative, forged...
