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The Women United LeadHER Forward Networking Night united influential speakers Karen Keene and Beth Smith to share their inspiring journeys during Women’s History Month.

For the 17th year in a row, Heart of Florida United Way will proudly host the Women United Luncheon, presented by the Walt Disney World® Resort, uniting influential and accomplished leaders from various professional backgrounds. The luncheon will celebrate the remarkable collective impact that women can achieve when we join forces. This don’t-want-to-miss event will also […]

Discover how you can turn your Spring Break into a rewarding experience with Heart of Florida United Way’s Alternative Spring Break. From March 16 to 22, join fellow students and families in Central Florida to give back to the community through various service activities.

Graciela Noriega Jacoby, COO at Heart of Florida United Way, has been honored as a 2024 Women Who Mean Business honoree by the Orlando Business Journal. Explore her remarkable journey of leadership, community service, and business excellence in Central Florida.

See what to expect at the LeadHER Forward Networking Night this Women’s History Month for an empowering evening with inspirational speakers Karen Keene and Beth Smith. Network, learn, and be inspired by women leaders in Central Florida.

Join Heart of Florida United Way for the LeadHer Forward Networking Night on March 7, 2024, at the Orlando Women’s History & Cultural Center, celebrating International Women’s History Month. A collaboration between Women United and the Girl Scouts of Citrus Council, this event unites women leaders from across Central Florida for an evening of empowerment, inspiration, and networking.

Explore the inaugural Coffee & Conversations event by Heart of Florida United Way during Black History Month, highlighting the significance of dialogue in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Discover how this event amplified Black voices and encouraged a deeper understanding of Black history and culture within the organization.

On February 5, Heart of Florida United Way unveiled its first-ever documentary film, “Know Your Place,” in tandem with Black History Month.

Discover inspiring changemakers in this recap of the 6th Annual Change Maker Impact Awards, where we joined together to honor individuals and groups making a difference in our Central Florida community. Read about their accomplishments and be inspired to make a change too!

Be inspired by a special letter from the co-chairs of the 17th annual Women United Luncheon, presented by Walt Disney World® Resort.

See how volunteers joined together at Heart of Florida United Way’s Share the Love event in February 2024 at U.S. Hunger and assembled thousands of meals for Central Florida families facing food insecurity.

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.