The SWAG Family Resource Center will host the September Community Dinner on Thursday, September 24th from 5:30 – 6:30 PM. This event will feature grab ‘n go style meals.
September Community Dinner Thursday, 9/24 5:30 – 6:30 PM
A Walking Trail Near Linton Oaks is Nearly Finished!
Yesterday, we were thrilled to realize the walking trail around the new retention pond in Linton Oaks is nearly complete. We wanted to share our excitement and thank our county commissioners and county staff for making this a reality. We
Thank You to Our Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic Partners!
SWAG would like to thank all of our community partners for helping us host our first drive-thru (and walk-up) free COVID-19 testing clinic in Linton Oaks. Our partners included Dr. Grant Harrell of the UF Mobile Outreach Clinic, the COVID-19
Double Your SNAP/EBT Benefits at Gainesville Farmers’ Markets
At participating Gainesville farmers’ markets, you can double your SNAP/EBT benefits with the Fresh Access Bucks (FAB) program. The FAB program is run by Feeding Florida. Participating Gainesville Markets Union Street Farmers Market @ Celebration Pointe 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave.
Bus Driver Positions Open with Alachua County Public Schools
There is an upcoming recruitment event for bus driver job openings (Job #11245018) with Alachua County Public Schools. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23 from 3pm-4pm in the School Board District Board Room at 620 E. University Ave.
Community IDs by the Human Rights Coalition of Alachua County
The Human Rights Coalition of Alachua County is holding a Community ID drive. Community IDs are available to any resident, especially those who may have limited access to a government-issued ID card. You can find more information about Community IDs
Thank You to Sunday Assembly Gainesville SAGA!
All of us at SWAG and Partnership for Strong Families greatly appreciate Sunday Assembly Gainesville SAGA for their ongoing generous support of our emergency food and toiletry pantries at the SWAG Family Resource Center. With community partners like these, all
The September 2020 Calendar is Available
Access and download the SWAG Family Resource Center September 2020 Calendar HERE. See below for highlighted upcoming events and programming! Program Updates Homework Help starts September 14, 2020. Capoeira returns on September 15th. Free COVID Testing is available at the
Alachua County CARES Act Applications Are Still Open
The opportunity for individuals and businesses to apply for Alachua County CARES Act grants is still open. Access the application portal here: https://acbo.cc/cares The Alachua County CARES Act individual and business assistance grant applications continue to be open for residents
Amazing Give 2020: Thank You to Our Donors!
With gratitude and happy hearts, our SWAG board thanks you for your support during the 2020 Amazing Give. We surpassed our goals in these difficult times because of your generosity. Together, we’re taking a hands-on approach to our community’s needs