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Join WFTV’s Nancy Alvarez for a Virtual Women United Power Hour!

By | No Comments October 7, 2021

Looking for an easy way to connect with other professional, like-minded women in your community, and be inspired along the way? We invite you to join us in this networking experience designed to connect, engage and empower. October’s Power Hour will commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. W...

Heart of Florida United Way Distributes 4,000 Meal Kits for Low-Income Families During Annual Thanksgiving Project

By | No Comments November 22, 2022

Like many families, we at Heart of Florida United Way love holiday traditions. Ours is the annual Thanksgiving Project, and we’re incredibly thankful for all those who participated this year!   During this meaningful event, HFUW team members, board members, volunteers, donors, and spon...

Heart of Florida United Way Invests $1 Million in Valencia College’s Northwest Center for Accelerated Training: A Scholarship for Eligible Low-Income Students Pursuing Trade Certifications

By | No Comments November 17, 2022

Have you heard the BIG news?! Heart of Florida United Way Launches Partnership With Valencia College On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) President and CEO Jeff Hayward and Valencia College President Dr. Kathleen Plinske announced a $1 million investment by ...

Community Baby Shower: Virtual Resource Library

By | No Comments July 11, 2022

Below you will find links and educational resources for providing your newest family member with a healthy start. Click through the links below to learn more about how to best care for your baby, yourself, and your family. GOLDEN RATTLE SPONSOR AdventHealth for Women offers a whole perso...

Board Member Spotlight: Heidi DeBenedetti

By | No Comments April 28, 2022

Board Member Spotlight: Heidi DeBenedetti Relocating from snowy Colorado to sunny Florida, Heidi DeBenedetti has an established relationship with United Way and comes from an ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) family herself. She wants to make a strong and positive difference ...

Mental Health Report

By | No Comments February 22, 2022

Heart of Florida United Way Launches a Mental & Behavioral Health Report in Collaboration with Orange County Here’s a hard truth. Last year, HFUW’s 211 Crisis Line received an average of 4 suicide calls a day from Orange County residents in their darkest hour. Every day, we hear the anxie...

Observing Black History Month

By | No Comments February 16, 2022

Black History Month is observed in the United States, recognizing, celebrating, and honoring the achievements and contributions of the black populations and their role in the United States’ history. Heart of Florida United Way is excited to celebrate Black History Month! We recognize that the blac...