In Central Florida, nearly half of our community struggles to make ends meet, meaning holiday expenses are often not feasible for these families. This year, Central Floridians are hurting more than ever as the effects of COVID-19 continue to devastate our community. This catastrophic year added to rising food costs means that expenses for a […]

Today it was announced that award-winning morning news anchor Nancy Alvarez will be signing off from WFTV-9 and joining the team at Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) as the Senior Vice President of Community Relations & Equity Impact. In this role, she will be responsible for directly engaging targeted communities, especially underserved populations, with

The Women United Luncheon is one of Heart of Florida United Way’s premier events featuring inspirational women speakers from around the country. This year we are offering the opportunity for guests to sign-up for early bird access. Be the first to know who our guest speakers will be, where we will host this fabulous event,

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. WFTV’s Nancy Alvarez will host a candid conversation about

Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) today announced $250,000 in investments to five local nonprofit agencies to support the stabilization of the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population, which accounts for more than half of the tri-county area residents. It also represents households who are one paycheck and one crisis away from financial ruin,

Current events around the world can have lasting impacts on the lives of our United States service members. For example, recently, we witnessed the end of an era as troops returned home from Afghanistan. This conclusion can bring about thoughts, feelings, and concerns for our friends and family members as they process these current events.

Over the next three years Heidi DeBenedetti, Executive Vice President at Gilbane Building Company; Humberto Hormaza, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Entravision Communications Orlando; Karmyn Norwood, Deputy Vice President of Sensors and Global Sustainment and Vice President of Rotary Wing and Ground Programs for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control; and Chad Wilson, Publix Supermarkets District Manager

Heart of Florida United Way’s COVID-19 Impact Report for Central Florida For more than a year, volunteers, donors, and local partners stepped up to help during this unprecedented time. Our community has been through tremendous challenges. Friends and family members have lost their jobs, their savings, and even their lives during this global pandemic. Our

Central Florida is a community that embraces all that it means to Live United – this year more than ever before. Through its mission, Heart of Florida United Way brings together the non-profit, public, and private sectors to create a better life for every person in Central Florida. To show appreciation and honor individuals and