In preparation for Hurricane Matthew’s arrival in Central Florida, it’s a good time to review proper hurricane procedures. While it can be hard to gauge the severity of oncoming storms, it’s always best to be prepared for any situation that may arise. Here are some important tips to utilize to...
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As Central Florida’s largest volunteer event, Day of Caring gives thousands of volunteers the chance to make a difference in the areas of education, income, health and basic needs. It is the region’s largest single-day volunteer event. This year, Day of Caring is on September 30th. Many companie...
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Become a United Way Loaned Executive For a Unique Professional Development Opportunity If you’re looking to diversify your skills and find purpose in your work, the Loaned Executive program might be a great match for you. Heart of Florida United Way relies on the support of corporate and non-profi...
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June 12th was one of the most devastating days in our region’s history. We lost 49 of our neighbors in the early morning hours due to the horrible acts of one man. Like many of you, we are still struggling to come to grips with this tragedy, how it happened and how to prevent it from happening aga...
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Heart of Florida United Way offers our deepest sympathies to the victims of the horrific June 12 shooting, their loved ones and the whole community. We have seen other cities cope with horrible tragedies, but this time, we did not need to see maps or city overviews to understand what happened. We’...
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On June 21, hundreds of local volunteers mobilized for Day of Action to serve in the community and improve childhood literacy. Hundreds of Day of Action volunteers invested their time at dozens of projects which impacted hundreds of children. Their efforts helped to prevent “summer reading ...
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