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Volunteering with Social Distancing As our community continues to social distance and shelter in place to protect one another from the COVID-19 virus, organizations are developing ways for individuals and families to help their global community from home. This Virtual Volunteering growth is connecting volunteers with organizations and programs in their local community and across […]

Heart of Florida United Way Establishes Fund to Assist ALICE Workers Impacted by Economic Consequences of COVID-19/Coronavirus Heart of Florida United Way makes $100,000 initial investment; encourages other businesses to do the same   ORLANDO, Fla. (March 17, 2020) – In response to the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic, Heart of Florida United Way has established a fund […]

Each year on March 8th, people across the globe come together and celebrate all women, in all their diversities on International Women’s Day. It’s a time to recognize the achievements of women, whether social, political, economic or cultural.

In Seminole County, 39 percent of households are struggling to make ends meet. They are ALICE® –Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed – and are one emergency away from financial ruin. Each year, Heart of Florida United Way serves thousands of ALICE families in Seminole County. Joined by The Sharing Center, Heart of Florida United Way […]

To celebrate National 211 Day, Heart of Florida United Way hosted an open house for community leaders and local officials to get an inside look at the 211 Information & Referral Crisis Line’s operations. On average, 211 responds to 22,000 calls and electronic contacts monthly. Guided tours and interactive ALICE-based activities were provided. All 211 […]

Women United is a place for women to come together to find their voice and take a stand for issues that matter to them in their communities. Many of the group’s members are leaders in their industry and use Women United as a platform to influence change in their community. In line with this mission, […]

Instead of chocolates and roses, Heart of Florida United Way is calling for volunteers to “Share the Love”, this Valentine’s Season by assembling 1,000 friendship soup kits that will feed 6,000 ALICE individuals. ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) are individuals and families that work multiple jobs but struggle to cover their basic needs. Unfortunately, […]

Our hearts go out to the people of Puerto Rico who are affected by the recent earthquakes that struck the island. Heart of Florida United Way has been in close contact with our sister organization, United Way of Puerto Rico, to stay up-to-date on evolving needs. HOW CAN I HELP PEOPLE IMPACTED BY THE EARTHQUAKES […]

Impact Your Community! Heart of Florida United Way’s Week of Action is an opportunity for you to roll up your sleeves to make an impact on your community! Nearly half of Central Florida households struggle to afford basic needs. They are known as ALICE, or Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. In an effort to continue our […]

Change doesn’t happen alone! Heart of Florida United Way announced an investment of over $1 million in support of programs provided by nonprofits who deliver vital services to residents in Osceola County. In Osceola County alone, 57 percent of households are ALICE. ALICE are individuals and families that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained and Employed. […]

A Fun Day at SeaWorld! SeaWorld Orlando has partnered with Heart of Florida United Way for the past 22 years to host our Leadership Donor Appreciation event.  Throughout these many years of partnerships, Central Florida families have created lasting memories with friends and families. SeaWorld has celebrated our Leadership Donors by granting them complimentary access […]

The holidays will be a little brighter for over 50 local ALICE families thanks to Walmart.org and Heart of Florida United Way. Walmart.org donated $50,000 to Heart of Florida United Way to help Central Florida families in need this holiday season. The support was announced on Giving Tuesday, a global generosity movement that encourages people […]