Community Center
The Community Center at North Florida College is designed to bring people, technology and opportunity together. This new 4,800-square-foot community hub will expand access to high-speed internet, workforce training, education and health monitoring resources, helping residents across North Florida College's service area connect, learn and thrive.
$4.2M
Total Investment
4,800
Square Feet
157
User Capacity
100K +
Residents in NFC’s Service Area
A New Resource for North Florida
North Florida College’s Community Center is being built to expand access to technology, education, workforce development, healthcare and community resources throughout the region.
Located on NFC’s Madison campus, the Center will provide reliable high-speed internet, professional spaces and flexible learning environments designed specifically for the needs of rural communities.
“This Community Center represents North Florida College’s ongoing commitment to empowering our region through access, opportunity and innovation.”
— Dr. Jennifer Page, NFC President
UPCOMING EVENT
Nov. 17, 2026: Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the NFC Community Center at 4:30PM
Discover What's Next -A community-wide open house celebrating the future of NFC and the opening of the new Community Center.
- 3:00-4:20 PM Family Friendly Open House
- Explore the Community Center
- Food Trucks & Family Fun
- Engage in "What should we build together?" Wall
- Games & Giveaways
- 3:40-3:55 PM On the Patio: Annie Jr. Preview & Student Performances
- 4:30 PM: Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Community Center
Public computers and reliable broadband access
Private pods for virtual healthcare appointments
Professional meeting and video-conferencing space
Flexible classrooms for workforce and community education
Areas for civic, professional and community collaboration
Generator hookup to help maintain power and internet access during outages
- 25% of Madison County residents do not own a computer
- 35% lack internet access
- 77% of respondents in a 2023 Madison County survey reported a need for greater access to online education and job-seeking resources
The Community Center will help close these gaps by providing a centralized, technology-equipped environment where residents can connect to education, employment, healthcare and other essential resources.
More Than Internet Access
The Community Center is being designed as a place where North Florida residents can learn, work, connect and grow.
Programming is expected to include digital literacy, resume building, workforce training, CPR, nutrition education, health screenings, telehealth services and community and business meetings.
NFC will also work with regional partners, including CareerSource North Florida, to connect residents with additional education, employment and workforce resources.
The Community Center Groundbreaking
October 14, 2026
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North Florida College celebrated the beginning of the project alongside members of the NFC District Board of Trustees, college leadership and representatives from the project team.
“The Community Center represents a major step forward in helping our region grow stronger, be more connected and better prepared for the future.”
Ricky Lyons
Chair, NFC District Board of Trustees
Connecting Our Communities. Creating Opportunity.
The Community Center is an investment not only in infrastructure, but in the people of North Florida and their ability to access education, healthcare, employment and opportunity.
Questions about the Community Center?
Melanie Morgan | 850-973-9434 | morganm@nfc.edu