It has been over six months since Hurricane Ian and Nicole hit Central Florida, yet our local families are still rebuilding their lives and homes. Recently, Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) invested $42,000 in The Mustard Seed of Central Florida to aid in efforts to help families affected by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. […]
Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) has announced the selection of two new community leaders to the 2022-23 Board of Directors, bringing the total number of community representatives to 35. Serving a three-year term is Nicolla Binford, District Manager for Publix Supermarkets, and Grace Chehansky, Executive Director and Banker at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. They […]
Heart of Florida United Way is excited to announce the Mission United Lyft Rideshare Program that offers Veterans in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties access to transportation assistance. From doctor appointments, legal consultations, job interviews, and even a trip to the grocery store, our local Veterans can use the Mission United Lyft Rideshare program to […]
Join Heart of Florida United Way and Dwight Bain, Mental Health Counselor and Founder of The LifeWorks Group Inc., for Getting to the Heart of It: A Mental Wellness Skillshop. Everyone one has experienced stress, but managing stress can be difficult. Dwight Bain has been a certified counselor in Central Florida for over 30 years, […]
Heart of Florida United Way’s Impact Group leaders are on the move! This International Women’s Month, we are celebrating our Impact Group leaders with the Orlando Business Journal’s People On the Move, which spotlights rising professionals who are making great strides in our community. Lisa Curran is the Director of Marketing and Community Engagement at […]
Have you ever noticed a charge on your credit card statement that seemed strange? If that scenario sounds familiar, you have likely been a target of fraud. Credit card fraud occurs when someone accesses your account information and spends your money without your knowledge or permission. In 2022, 44% of credit card users reported having […]
Happy Publix Appreciation Week! Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) is excited to celebrate our #1 Corporate Leader for the past three years, Publix Super Markets. During the week of March 20 to March 24, 2023, our HFUW staff will show just how much we appreciate Publix and their associates for their unwavering commitment to our Central […]
¿Conoce a alguien que necesite ayuda para presentar sus impuestos GRATIS? El programa de Asistencia Voluntaria de Impuestos sobre la Renta (VITA) de Heart of Florida United Way es un recurso comunitario clave que ofrece un servicio gratuito a cargo de voluntarios de preparación de impuestos para individuos y familias en los condados de Orange, […]
In case you haven’t heard: Tens of thousands of people could lose their Medicaid coverage due to a reversal of a COVID-era policy. But together, we can help. On Monday, March 6, 2023, Heart of Florida United Way brought together community stakeholders to talk about the issue — known as Medicaid Unwinding — and how we […]
On February 22, 2023, United Way of Florida (UWOF) hosted its 2023 Capitol Days, which focused on advocating for the UWOF consensus agenda. During the conference, Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) staff heard from Rep. Dana Trabulsy, House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell, Secretary of the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Melanie Griffin, […]
On March 1, 2023, Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) hosted our first-ever Par-Tee Fore A Cause at TopGolf Lake Mary. Sponsored by Publix Super Markets Charities, VyStar Credit Union, and Tito’s Handmake Vodka and hosted by TopGolf Lake Mary, this hole-in-one event invited guests to have some fun while raising funds for HFUW —which […]
Did you know that the national theme of Black History Month in 2023 was “Black Resistance?” This theme highlights the history of how Black Americans #LiveUnited for racial equality. Black Resistance ensures that diverse voices and perspectives are welcomed to serve and strengthen communities. That’s why this Black History Month, we shared the stories and […]
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