Heart of Florida United Way

Heart of Florida United Way’s UpliftED initiative received a statewide grant to expand access to affordable education and career pathways in Central Florida.

Discover how our community came together to make a difference in 2024. From supporting families through VITA and community baby showers to addressing mental health and early childhood development, we’re proud of the impact we’ve made.

Heart of Florida United Way recognizes individuals and organizations making a significant impact on Central Florida. The 7th annual Change Maker Impact Awards will honor Ken Robinson, Wells Fargo, Marty Rubin, Heather Wilkie, Bill Daniel, and more.

Heart of Florida United Way’s Emerging Leaders Impact Group has appointed a new leadership team, including Austin Wilson as Advisory Board Chair and Madison Pollock as Vice Chair. Learn more about their backgrounds and the impact they will make.

Heart of Florida United Way welcomes new board members Jarrod Dillon, Susie Dyer, and Naveed Shujaat, and recognizes Ed Timberlake’s 27 years of service. The organization also announces new board officers for 2024-2025. Learn more about the leadership changes and the impact on the Central Florida community.

Heart of Florida United Way pledges to expand the You Are A Lifeguard campaign, a Central Florida initiative targeting teens and young adults to prevent suicide. Learn more and donate to the cause.

We’re over the crossbar to be Proud Charity Partner of Orlando Pride!   To celebrate this exciting new chapter, we’re kicking off August with an incredible giveaway! You could win FREE tickets to the September 1st Orlando Pride vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC match, plus a Heart of Florida United Way t-shirt and stadium bag!  How to […]

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Jessica Ganson to Senior Vice President, Human Resources!  Jessica joined HFUW in 2023 as a Human Resources Director. We are excited to see her continue to lead our HR team in her new role.  Please join us in congratulating Jessica on her well-deserved promotion! Her leadership and […]

Explore Ray Larsen’s retirement and the transition at HFUW, welcoming Kelly Astro as Senior VP of Community Impact and highlighting Dr. JahKiya Bell and Heath Wells’ expanded roles.

For 85 years, we’ve supported Central Florida, including during disasters. With an active hurricane season anticipated, donate now to ensure vital aid reaches those impacted.

Building a stronger Central Florida for 85 years, Heart of Florida United Way is a pillar of support, advocating for education, financial stability, and health.

In honor of 85 years of impact here at Heart of Florida United Way, we are revisiting the history and milestones that led our organization to where we are today. Moving from our days as a Community Chest into the modern United Way organization, the 70s left us with a stronger brand presence and iconic new logo. But we were just getting started.