Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness month, yet many in Central Florida don’t realize there is a free resource available 24/7 that offers solutions to a range of mental health issues: the 2-1-1 Information and Assistance Helpline. Via call, text or chat, clients are able to connect with a 2-1-1 specialist who has […]
This week marks the 43rd annual National Volunteer Week. Established by President Richard Nixon in 1974, this week is meant to inspire us all to band together and make a difference. Perhaps over the years, volunteer events have begun to feel repetitive; maybe you’re not as excited about pitching in as you used to be. […]
Haven’t filed yet? You’re not alone! Almost six million Americans still haven’t filed their taxes yet this year. With less than three weeks left until cut off, this staggering number is concerning to say the least. Anyone will tell you what a pain it is to file, but is that really a reason to avoid […]
Did you know? Middle-income neighborhoods have 13 books for every 1 child, but low-income neighborhoods have 1 book for every 300 children. This is a fact that many of you are probably familiar with. But here are some other facts that may be a little harder to swallow… – Students who don’t read proficiently […]
Women’s Leadership Council Announces Jodi Picoult as Speaker for 2017 Luncheon This year we are proud to announce renowned author Jodi Picoult as our key speaker. Jodi (Nineteen Minutes, My Sister’s Keeper, Small Great Things) is a leader in the ranks of hard-working women. Along with being an award winning author (2013-2014 New Hampshire Literary […]
AmeriCorps members are being honored for their service right now during AmeriCorps Week. March 4, 2017 through March 11, 2017 is AmeriCorps Week, a chance to honor the hard work of members and alums. AmeriCorps members dedicate their time to their communities in hopes of making a difference…. and they have! Since 1994, more than ONE […]
Tax season is here! It can be an overwhelming and confusing process for many so we have 3 essential things to remember before you start your taxes this year. VITA sites will help you prepare your taxes for FREE for qualified residents. No gimmicks, no tricks, no hidden fees. IRS-trained volunteers are available at our […]
At Heart of Florida United Way, we believe all parents should have the security of being able to provide their baby with the essentials. Thanks to our community’s help, we collected 40,311 items for the Basics for Babies drive. Local companies, churches, schools, social groups and individuals brought in thousands of much needed items. One local mom, Crystal […]
We are pleased to announce that after a four month search in which nearly 300 applications were submitted, the volunteer search committee has appointed a new president and CEO for Heart of Florida United Way. Jeffery J. Hayward, currently chief of external affairs at United Way of Massachusetts Bay, will assume the helm of Heart […]
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s easy to get bogged down in preparing for festivities. Despite the frenzy of the season, many consider this a time to give back to our community. This is why Heart of Florida United Way has compiled its 2016 Holiday Volunteer Guide. This comprehensive list features volunteer […]
We have recently launched Text4Tots, a new texting resource for parents. We believe that the foundation for a good life begins at a young age which is why we want to empower parents and guardians to help their children reach developmental milestones from infancy. We have partnered with the Early Learning Coalition, Healthy Start and […]
Did you know that up to 30% of new moms are not able to afford enough diapers to change their babies as often as needed? A recent study found that as many as one in three mothers had cut back significantly on food, childcare, or utilities just to afford diapers for their newborn. Can you imagine […]
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