Volunteer

Volunteering Is Change Making 

Lend A Hand

Volunteering with Heart of Florida United Way is a powerful and effective way to invest your energy, time, and talent into creating a better tomorrow for every person in Central Florida. When we LIVE UNITED, we can work together to change the future. 

Upcoming volunteer opportunities

Anyone can serve

Heart of Florida United Way’s Volunteer Resource Center (VRC) offers individual and group volunteer experiences for Central Florida residents, organizations, groups of all sizes, and visitors.  

For You

for you

We have a diverse range of volunteer opportunities for you, your friends, and your family. All ages welcome!

For Groups

For Groups and businesses

You and your group, organization, or business can make an impact in Central Florida together. 

Voluntourism Group

VoluntOURISM

Your convention or group can make a difference in Orange, Osceola, or Seminole counties during their visit. The VRC team can create custom and rewarding experiences that enhance team building, engage your team, and make a direct impact.

Students

For Students

“>Students can complete service hours with HFUW’s VRC! We can connect you to volunteer opportunities on a one-time or continuous basis.

Community Groups

Community Groups

Are you a part of a youth or social service group, social club, or other community group that wants to give back? We can connect you to local service opportunities.

Help Your Neighbors All Year Round

HFUW’s Volunteer Resource Center offers fun, family-friendly volunteer experiences throughout the year, including these signature volunteer events which are perfect for individuals and groups.  

Beautification

Week of Action

During the month of January, HFUW collaborates with local nonprofit organizations to present a week of volunteer opportunities in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. These activities include beautification projects, mentor moments, and other exciting opportunities to support your community at large.

Share the Love

sHARE THE LOVE

Inspired by Valentine’s Day, this February opportunity invites volunteers to “share the love” through an ever-changing volunteer activity.  

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aLTERNATIVE SPRING BREAK

Spring break is a great opportunity to have some fun, and it’s also a time when our local students can learn about giving back. Perfect for students from elementary school through college, this is an opportunity for students to give their time during their Spring Break and make a difference in their own backyard.

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cOMMUNITY BABY SHOWER

It takes a village to welcome a child into this world, which is why we host our annual Community Baby Shower each spring. Through this event, volunteers help throw a baby shower for Central Florida’s new and expecting parents.

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tHANKSGIVING PROJECT

Each November, volunteers roll up their sleeves to help us package Thanksgiving meal kits and distribute thousands of kits to families in Central Florida.

Host Your Own Volunteer Event 

Do you have a volunteer opportunity you could use some help with? Our Volunteer Resource Center is here to help! Fill out our Volunteer Event Interest Form, and we can make your next volunteer event simple, rewarding, and inspiring.

Extend Your Impact with a Gift

Can’t make it to our upcoming volunteer activities? Consider making a charitable contribution to Heart of Florida United Way. Every dollar makes a difference as we work together to support the education, health, financial stability, and basic needs of every person in Central Florida.