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 […]
Why go swimming, when you can be giving! Will you have a student at home this Spring Break? Heart of Florida United Way’s Alternative Spring Break is an opportunity for students in Central Florida to give their time during their Spring Break and make a difference in their own backyard. HFUW’s 2023 Alternative Spring Break […]
Do you know someone who needs help filing their taxes for FREE? Heart of Florida United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a key community resource that offers free tax preparation service run by volunteers for individuals and families throughout Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. VITA offers free tax help to those who make […]
Meet Arianna Zoë Theofan, current chair of Heart of Florida United Way’s Emerging Leaders Impact Group, which is a group for early- to mid-career professionals passionate about making an impact in their community. Q: When did you join Emerging Leaders? A: February 2022. Q: What inspires you as a leader? A: The work that needs […]
Play the course, and help our neighbors in need this March! Join us fore a tee-rific evening at Topgolf! Together, we’ll connect at this hole-in-one event and raise funds for Heart of Florida United Way — which serves our neighbors in need in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties. Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Time: 5:00 p.m. […]
The gift of kindness, compassion, and love are free to share with others! Thank you to all of our volunteers who shared their love with our neighbors in need throughout our Share the Love event in honor of Valentine’s Day! Volunteers helped unload and sort home and personal care items before Valentine’s Day. On February […]
Roses are red, violets are blue, your self-care is important and Heart of Florida United Way thinks so, too! In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we recently spoke with our 211 Crisis Services Manager Nicole in the following video to discuss the importance of self-care and a few ways to help you put yourself first. […]
February 11 is 211 Day! Every year, on February 11, we celebrate our 211 Information and Referral Crisis Line that connects our Central Florida community to information and resources for the essential health and human services they need. 211 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year […]
We have exciting news! Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) is proud to announce that our very own Senior Vice President of Donor and Volunteer Experiences Ashley Blasewitz is being recognized by the Orlando Business Journal as one of their 40 Under 40 honorees! Ashley leads the direction of our marketing and communications department and our […]
It’s never too early to begin your journey toward financial prosperity. Heart of Florida United Way’s Bank On of Greater Orlando program can help connect students with the tools they need to open a secure and affordable checking account. From high school students who may have recently started their first part-time job, to college students […]
Be a Valentine to your neighbors in need! This Valentine’s Day, Heart of Florida United Way invites you to join us in expressing your love for the Central Florida community. We are seeking volunteers of all ages for our Share the Love volunteer opportunities, where volunteers will work together to create heart-warming gift packages for older adults […]
As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” In honor of Dr. King and his legacy of service, Heart of Florida United Way’s Volunteer and Resource Center hosted our third annual Week of Action to unite volunteers to serve their community between January 15 to January 21. […]
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