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Heart of Florida United Way celebrates National Volunteer Month and the incredible people who Live UNITED with us to make Central Florida a better place.

Heart of Florida United Way received a special proclamation from Orange County honoring its 85th anniversary, showcasing its commitment to community welfare, leadership, and enduring impact.

Mark your calendar for the upcoming Community Baby Shower event hosted by Heart of Florida United Way this June! It’s a day filled with joy, support, and resources for expecting families.

Heart of Florida United Way and Truist teach financial literacy through the Reality Store during National Volunteer Month.

Our 17th annual Women United Luncheon brought together more than 600 of Central Florida’s most dynamic women leaders for a day of networking, inspiration, and a celebration of our collective strength. In all, the event raised more than $200,000 for Heart of Florida United Way to support ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families in our Central Florida community.

During Women’s History Month, Heart of Florida United Way was proud to host a powerful Coffee & Conversations event focused on the experiences of women in the workplace. This insightful discussion, part of our ongoing monthly series, was organized by our dedicated DEI Action Committee. Our panelists brought diverse perspectives and candidly shared their journeys, […]

ALICE households are some of the most susceptible to increasing costs of living. ALICE®, an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, represents the growing number of individuals and families who are technically above the federal poverty line but still struggle to make ends meet. These families are working but are unable to afford the basic necessities of housing, childcare, food, transportation, healthcare, and technology.

This Mother’s Day weekend, Heart of Florida United Way invites you to join us for a unique celebration that honors the spirit of community and empowerment. As we continue our journey of unity and support, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming exclusive Reignite event, hosted by Women United, our impactful group of women leaders dedicated to making a difference in Central Florida.

Relive the empowering journey of Heart of Florida United Way’s Alternative Spring Break, held from March 16 to 22. Discover the impact that students and families across Central Florida made by dedicating their break to service and community improvement.

Heart of Florida United Way was honored in its 85th year by a proclamation from Osceola County, championed by Commissioner Peggy Sandoval Choudhry.

Discover the inspiring journey of the Gonzalez family through Heart of Florida United Way’s Help Me Grow program and learn how early intervention and community resources transformed their lives.

Heart of Florida United Way celebrates receiving a $40,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation, enabling us to continue our mission of supporting Central Florida communities facing financial challenges.