Programs

The Florida National Guard Counterdrug Program provides military-unique resources, intelligence support, and community outreach to assist federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking and substance misuse.

The “Educational Dollars for Duty” (EDD) program is available for Florida National Guard Soldiers and Airmen, and can provide public tuition for the period of the Guard member’s service. If you meet the eligibility requirements, EDD can be used for courses that lead toward a Technical Certificate, Associate’s, Baccalaureate or a Master’s Degree. EDD cannot be used toward a Doctorate Degree.

For more information on the EDD program and requirement information, please contact the EDD Mailbox at ng.fl.flarng.list.edd-office@army.mil.

The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), is a Department of Defense program established to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee’s military commitment. To learn more about the program or apply for assistance, please visit https://esgr.mil or reach out to the Florida Program Support Specialist – at 904-823-0336.

The Florida Youth Challenge Academy is a community-based program that leads, trains and mentors at-risk youths so they can become productive citizens. The academy promotes adult responsibility, values and basic lifestyle changes by providing a demanding, highly regimented and motivational environment free from outside distractions.

The Florida National Guard’s Military and Family Readiness staff consists of a network of military members, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers working as a team to support military families. The programs include Service Member and Family Readiness, Child and Youth, Transition Assistance Advisors, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, and Survivor Outreach Services. For more info, contact the State Family Readiness or Assistance Center Coordinator office at (800) 226-0360.