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Hurricane Maria Struck a Year Ago A year ago, Hurricane Maria changed the lives of millions. Homes were destroyed, lives were lost, families were left feeling helpless and hopeless. Our…

Nicole Was Ready to Pursue Her Dream Nicole had a lot on her plate. As a single mom to 3 kids under the age of 12, her hands were already…

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The most successful organizations are the ones that focus on developing their workforce. From professional development to honing leadership skills, investing in your workforce is paramount to building a successful…

Hurricane season is officially upon us. After a rough season last year, we should all be prepared before the first storm arrives but it’s often a mad dash a day…

The Opioid Crisis Heart of Florida United Way has teamed up with the Orange County Heroin Task Force to tackle the opioid crisis head on. There has been a 35%…

It was the first day of school and Eddy sat alone at his desk in the corner. On the back of his chair hung a plastic bag with 2 half-used…

A Record-Breaking Chef’s Gala! With 23 of Central Florida’s premiere chefs and restaurants serving unique dishes and 1,000 guests in attendance, Chef’s Gala was truly “A Tasteful Way to Make…

Housing Assistance Program for Hurricane Maria Evacuees Since Hurricane Maria struck in September, we have been hard at work helping those impacted by the storm. From sending desperately needed supplies…

Do you want to make the world to be a better place? Do you think getting a good education is the foundation to a better life? Are you the type…

Women United Luncheon 2018 We are pleased to announce that the Heart of Florida United Way’s 11th annual Women United Luncheon successfully raised $182,500 for education and in-school literacy programs….

FOODIE ALERT: Chef’s Gala Participating Restaurants Exciting news for foodies and wine enthusiasts of Central Florida! For the 26th year, more than 20 of the region’s top restaurants will gather…