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Millions Saved on Prescription Medications

At Heart of Florida United Way, we know that many ALICE (Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed) families are living paycheck-to-paycheck. Every dollar helps, which is why we partnered with FamilyWize to offer a free discount card for significant savings on prescription medications. It is through that partnership that we are excited to announce that Central […]

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Women United Luncheon Recap

2019 Women United Luncheon Recap

On May 22, hundreds of women leaders and philanthropists gathered for the 12th annual Women United Luncheon. Women United is a community of like-minded women who contribute their personal passions, best ideas and unique strengths to the mission of building a stronger Central Florida for women and children. We are pleased to announce that the […]

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CM Unsung Hero

Help Us Find the Unsung Hero

Change Maker Impact Awards Central Florida is a community that embraces all that it means to Live United. As a master of community collaboration, Heart of Florida United Way brings together the public and private sectors to create a better life for every person in Central Florida. Which means we get to see first-hand the […]

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HFUW Made It Over the Edge

We made it Over the Edge with Mission United! On May 11, 2019, over 50 brave individuals joined us for an extreme fundraising event. The participants, known as “Edgers,” raised funds in order to rappel down from the roof of the Orlando Health’s Orlando Regional Medical Center. Along with the tremendous support of presenting sponsor […]

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Hurricane Maria Housing

Hurricane Maria Housing Assistance Program Expansion

Hurricane Maria ripped across homes and communities a year and a half ago, but we are still feeling the effects of the storm. As Hurricane Maria evacuees began escaping into Central Florida, Heart of Florida United Way launched the Hurricane Maria Housing Assistance Program to help them overcome the barriers of securing stable housing. The […]

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UnitedWayChat tax prep

#UnitedWayChat: Free Tax Prep

United Ways are making a difference in communities across the world. Once a month, we gather for a Twitter #UnitedWayChat to share ideas, encourage and inspire one another. In January, the topic was our work around financial stability. Below are some of the top tweets. To see the full #UnitedWayChat, click here for our Twitter moment.  Free […]

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VITA birthday

5 Things to Know for VITA’s Birthday

This year, we are celebrating 50 years of VITA! Back in 1969, the first VITA program began operating. But that’s not the only thing we are celebrating! Earlier this year, Congress passed a bill to increase funding for the tax assistance program by 20%! But you may be asking yourself, what is VITA? VITA stands […]

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A Tasteful Way to Make a Difference!

For 27 years and counting, Walt Disney World has partnered with Heart of Florida United Way to host Chef’s Gala. This year brought together 23 of Central Florida’s top chefs and restaurants preparing unique dishes, each one carefully paired with the perfect wine or beverage. But the evening was more than good food, dancing and […]

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Don’t Let Tax Season Scare You

Hard to believe but it’s tax time once again. While taxes can be stressful, it doesn’t have to be with a little help from Heart of Florida United Way. We have strategic partnerships to help you either file online or file in-person at a VITA site. If you want to file online United Way has […]

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#UnitedWayChat: Team 2-1-1

United Ways are making a difference in communities across the world. Once a month, we gather for a Twitter #UnitedWayChat to share ideas, encourage and inspire one another. In February, the topic was the work our 2-1-1 Informational and Referral Crisis Line is doing in Central Florida. Below are the top tweets but be sure to […]

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ADT Impact Opioids

ADT Impact Series: Opioids

The highest donors to Heart of Florida United Way are considered members of our Alexis de Tocqueville Society (ADT). The ADT Impact Series is designed to bring current community issues to the forefront with the insight of community leaders who are content experts recognized nationally and locally for their professional knowledge. Our first in the […]

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Women United Fellows 2019

Inaugural Women United Fellows

Announcing the Women United Fellows We are excited to announce our inaugural class of Women United Fellows!  The Meredith E. Level Fellows Program connects emerging female business leaders with opportunities to improve the community alongside like-minded philanthropic women. The Fellows Program was implemented to honor the legacy and memory of Meredith E. Level. Meredith was […]

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