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National 211 Day celebrates the call center specialists who answer the call when community members need them.  In 2019, 211 responded to 22,000 calls and electronic contacts each month. By…

From hello to help, 211 is here for every person and every problem. In a crisis, in a disaster, in a pandemic, 211 is here to help every person in…

While celebrating Black history, we also work to create a more equitable future. Black History Month is a time to celebrate influential leaders and impactful moments of the past. But…

The impact from the COVID-19 pandemic on Central Florida’s local economy and housing market is real… and it will have long-term implications for the prosperity of our community overall. These…

Since March 2020, when cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Central Florida, Heart of Florida United Way has been central to critical conversations on the challenges families face. As the…

Did you know that the average American volunteers 52 hours a year? That equates to 1 hour per week! Where are they finding the time, and more importantly, where are…

11 Agencies Awarded Total of $1,045,000 to Provide Needed Support to ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) Families in Central Florida Today, Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) announced investments…

The holiday season is a time to reflect on all the reasons to be thankful. It is a gentle reminder of what the season is truly about. From making care…

Community Asked to Respond to Online Survey by Dec. 31; Participants Have Chance to Win One of Five $100 Gift Cards 2020 has been a tough year for many Central…

The economic consequences of COVID-19 have taken a toll on the Central Florida economy, particularly the hospitality and tourism industry. As one of the primary drivers of the local economy,…

Diabetes is a life-long disease that affects the way your body handles glucose, a kind of sugar, in your blood. Your body changes most of the food you eat into glucose,…

Without question, 2020, and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, brought more change and caused more disruption in our lives and communities than anyone could have anticipated. Despite this upheaval…