Israel Navarro is now the Director of Quality Assurance and Training for 211 and Crisis Services at Heart of Florida United Way. Discover his journey from a 211 Supervisor to a leader committed to enhancing community support and service excellence.
Each February 11, Heart of Florida United Way comes together to celebrate 211 Day, shining a spotlight on this crucial resource and expressing our gratitude to our dedicated colleagues who keep it running. This year, we will commemorate 211 Day on Sunday (2/11). Whether it’s a single mom struggling to feed her kids, a Veteran […]
In the spirit of compassion for our community, Heart of Florida United Way is proud to announce our annual spring volunteer experience: Share the Love. This February, we’re inviting you to join us and U.S. Hunger in making a real impact on the lives of those facing food insecurity right here in Central Florida. While […]
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Last week, Heart of Florida United Way volunteers from across Central Florida came together for our fourth annual Week of Action: a series of group events commemorating the service legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. More […]
Meet Emerging Leaders member Quanisha “Tina” Nugent, who joined last year and likes to be able to network with other members. Q: When did you join Emerging Leaders? A: I joined Emerging Leaders in 2023. Q: What inspires you as a leader? A: What inspires me as a leader is the profound sense of responsibility and privilege […]
Meet Lindsay Abt, a Partner at Ernst & Young LLP who has been collaborating with Women United in multiple events for the past five years! Q: What inspires you as a woman+ professional? A: I’m inspired by the women leaders who paved the way for my success as a professional, as well as by the rising […]
Join Heart of Florida United Way as a volunteer for our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. Make a difference this tax season with Heart of Florida United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. You do not need to have prior tax experience to volunteer, and you can help save Central Florida residents millions […]
Join Heart of Florida United Way as a volunteer for the 2024 Week of Action Martin Luther King Jr. is forever remembered for the transformative actions he sparked, propelling the cause of equal rights forward during the peak of the civil rights movement. More than five decades after his tragic assassination, his legacy remains a timeless […]
Meet Tiffany Jeffers, who started her journey of growth and empowerment with Women United earlier this year! Q: What inspires you as a woman+ professional? A: As a women+ professional, what inspires me most is the boundless potential and resilience that we as women possess. Our ability to overcome challenges, support each other, and create positive […]
We’re proud to welcome Susan Makowski to the HFUW team as our new Vice President of Resource Development. With 20+ years of nonprofit and public sector experience, Susan’s leadership will be instrumental in driving our work forward. Prior to joining HFUW, she served as the Grants Manager for United Against Poverty Orlando and also served […]
Meet Emerging Leaders member and Chief of Staff & Governance Liaison at Girl Scouts of Citrus Council: Witz Romero! Continue reading to learn more about Witz. Q: When did you join Emerging Leaders? A: I joined Emerging Leaders when the Committee was coming together. I believe officially that was July of 2022. Q: What inspires you […]
Meet Alicia Talbott, a Women United member since 2022, who is inspired by the incredible women who surround her. Q: When did you join Women United? A: May 2022 Q: What inspires you as a woman+ professional? A: I’m inspired by the women around me, coworkers, customers, and friends. Watching other women grow in their careers, being […]
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