Families, Parks and Recreation

Mayor's Children and Education Initiative

How to Become a Citizen's Review Panel Volunteer

The City of Orlando is currently seeking individuals who are interested in an opportunity to make a difference and build our community by becoming a member of the Citizens' Review Panel (CRP). The CRP is composed of 30-40 volunteers who make allocation recommendations for public funds from Orange County and the City of Orlando.

Volunteers learn about services available for those in need, make a difference by building our community’s human service network, and form strong relationships with other business and community leaders who serve as fellow volunteers - relationships that last long after the process ends.

Requirements and Responsibilities of Citizen Review Panel Volunteers

To be a Citizens’ Review Panel volunteer for the City of Orlando, you must:

• Be a citizen of the City of Orlando

• Attend training sessions prior to the start of the fund distribution process

• Commit to an estimated total of 5 hours per week from February through April

• Review all materials provided

• Attend scheduled agency site visits and meetings

• Participate in panel workshops where funding decisions are made

• Be fair, unbiased and objective

• Maintain confidentiality of information whenever appropriate

For more information, please contact Lisa Early at (407) 246-4148.