Meet Emerging Leaders member and Chief of Staff & Governance Liaison at Girl Scouts of Citrus Council: Witz Romero! Continue reading to learn more about Witz. Q: When did you join Emerging Leaders? A: I joined Emerging Leaders when the Committee was coming together. I believe officially that was July of 2022. Q: What inspires you […]
We are proud to announce the honorees for the 6th annual Change Maker Impact Awards, an event that recognizes individuals and groups who are making significant contributions to the Central Florida community. The event will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Orlando Museum of Art. and tickets are available here. This […]
During this annual event, Heart of Florida United Way will honor individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to our community through the Change Maker Impact Awards. It’s an exciting opportunity to connect with our community’s leaders and celebrate Central Florida residents who inspire a better tomorrow every day. This event is sold out. […]
In its fifth consecutive year, the Heart of Florida United Way’s Thanksgiving Project continues to make a significant impact in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. This annual initiative, dedicated to supporting ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families, has grown exponentially, reflecting a community united in the spirit of giving and compassion. This year, HFUW […]
Join Heart of Florida United Way for a FREE, informative Legislative Preview Panel Discussion on Thursday, November 30, 2023. During this don’t-want-to-miss event, you’ll hear from public policy experts for a dynamic discussion about the upcoming legislative session. Our expert panelists, led by moderator Chris Carmody, will engage in a thoughtful discussion — providing a […]
Since 2019, Smart City has provided the funding needed for thousands of full holiday meal kits for struggling families through Heart of Florida United Way’s Thanksgiving Project. This year’s investment combined with other sponsors will provide Thanksgiving meals to 4,000 households in Central Florida. “Since our founding in 1969, our company has grown in large […]
Does your family have a favorite holiday tradition? The Heart of Florida United Way family’s favorite annual tradition is our Thanksgiving Project, and we are so excited to share it with you! During this meaningful event, HFUW team members, board members, volunteers, donors, and sponsors come together to help Central Florida families in need by […]
Heart of Florida United Way has exciting news to share! We’re proud to announce that we have once again earned a four-star rating from Charity Navigator with a perfect 100% rating in three key areas: Accountability and Finance, Culture and Community, and Leadership and Adaptability. Let’s break down why we are so proud about this: Accountability […]
Meet Emerging Leaders member and Membership Coordinator at the African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida: Joan Cleveland! Continue reading to learn more about Joan. Q: When did you join Emerging Leaders? A: I joined Emerging Leaders on August 30, 2022. Q: What inspires you as a leader? A: As a leader, I am deeply […]
There is power in partnership! On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, Heart of Florida United Way hosted Central Florida’s first-ever Business United Summit, presented by Publix Super Markets Charities — an event where local business leaders learned how engaging with the nonprofit community can bolster their company’s brand, foster cross-generational employee engagement, expand their markets, and help them […]
Your business can partner with Heart of Florida United Way to create a corporate social responsibility plan that will bolster your business strategy AND benefit Central Florida. Are you ready to get to work? Significant change can be made when public and private organizations work together. Laws can be changed. Awareness can be raised. Lives […]
Meet Emerging Leaders member and Government and Community Relations Coordinator at the University of Central Florida (UCF): Austin Wilson! Austin was recently named an honoree of UCF’s class of 2023 30 under 30 and continues to support the university and the Central Florida community. Continue reading to learn more about Austin. Q: When did […]
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