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Below are articles from Florida’s newspapers regarding Florida’s United Ways.
United Way’s Campaign Reaches $13.9 Million Thanks to Many …
wordpress.com — January 12, 2012
With United Way’s 2011-12 campaign heading into the home stretch, solid progress … David Fuller, President & CEO of SunTrust Bank, Central Florida Division. …
United Way hits $5.8M; year-end goal is $7M
Florida Today — December 20, 2011
The giving starts at home is an analogy County Manager Howard Tipton can use to describe Brevard County government workers’ impact on this year’s United Way fundraising campaign. Tipton, who is this year’s campaign chairman, said the contribution goal …
Local United Way banks $3400 with ‘Hog Wild’ campaign
Ocala — December 18, 2011
Gavyn Brooks, 4, rings the bell hanging from “Belle’s” nose, one of 91 entries in the United Way’s Pigs on Parade fundraiser at Gateway Bank in Ocala. By Kathy Mancil The United Way of Marion County’s Parade of Pigs was such a success last year that …
Our view: United Way is making progress toward goal
St. Augustine Record — December 7, 2011
United Way of St. Johns County’s annual campaign to help 35 agencies and programs is at 60 percent of its $1.25 million goal in cash and pledges with three months to go. Ann Breidenstein, executive director, is hopeful the goal will be reached as the …
United Way of Collier County names news CEO
Naples Daily News — December 5, 2011
By BRITTANY SHAMMAS
United Way of Collier County named Steve Sanderson, vice president of a seven-state district of the American Cancer Society and previously a longtime leader at the United Way, as its next president and CEO. …
United Way of Martin County Recognizes Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC …
PR.com (press release) — December 4, 2011
Stuart, FL, December 04, 2011 –(PR.com)– Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC (LLL&S) Attorney Chad Hastings has been honored by the United Way of Martin County with its 2011-2012 Employee Pillar of Character Award as part of its “CHARACTER COUNTS! …
United Way: ‘Day of Doing: Build It, They Will Come’
WCTV.tv — December 2, 2011
Painting, landscaping and cleaning may not be the first thing people think of doing on a Friday, but for several eager organizations and volunteers, it was exactly what they wanted to do as part of United Way of the Big Bend’s (UWBB) DAY OF DOING …
United Way celebrates 50 years
Ocala.com — December 2, 2011
Longtime Executive Director/President Toni James, looks at some memorabilia from the 1960s and ’70s as the United Way of Marion County celebrated its 50th anniversary Thursday, December 1, 2011, at the Hilton Hotel in Ocala. …
United Way of Santa Rosa hires Kyle Holley to direct fundraising
Pensacola News Journal — November 29, 2011
The United Way of Santa Rosa County has hired local community activist Kyle Holley as new its new campaign director. Holley’s role with the United Way is to raise funds for the annual campaign, benefitting approximately 40000 Santa Rosa residents. …
United Way’s Real$ense needs tax assistance volunteers
Florida Times-Union — November 25, 2011
By Dan Scanlan Volunteers are needed to help the United Way’s Real$ense Prosperity Campaign help prepare tax returns for low- and moderate-income Northeast Florida residents between January and April. Real$ense will operate free tax sites in Duval, …
United Way seeks tax-prep volunteers
Pensacola News Journal — November 23, 2011
United Way of Escambia County is seeking volunteers for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Tax-preparation volunteers offer free help and prepare tax returns for those with low-to-moderate income. Qualified volunteers will receive IRS …
United Way conducts annual Holiday Citrus Sale Dec. 3 in Indian River County
TCPalm — November 23, 2011
By news release United Way of Indian River County will conduct its annual Holiday Citrus Sale 8 am to 1 pm Dec. 3 at three Wells Fargo locations: 2001 58th Ave., Vero Beach; 150 SUS 1, Vero Beach; and 1524 N US 1 in Sebastian. …
United Way Releases First-ever Florida United Way Consensus Legislative Agenda
WCTV.tv — November 17, 2011
United Way of Florida (UWOF) released its 2012 Florida United Way Consensus Legislative Agenda today, which represents the first time Florida’s United Ways (including United Way of the Big Bend) have…http://apps.lobbytools.com/go.cfm?25464646
United Way collecting baby goods, toiletries for families in need
Gainesville Sun — November 17, 2011
The United Way’s United Downtown event Friday night serves two purposes: celebrate Saturday’s Florida-Furman football game with special guests Albert and Alberta, and collect much-needed items for infants. United Way’s United Downtown, which is held …
Grants to United Way program will boost residents’ financial stability
Florida Times-Union — November 16, 2011
By Beth Reese Cravey A United Way of Northeast Florida program that gives residents educational tools to strengthen their finances has also received a financial boost — two grants totaling $1 million. The Jessie Ball duPont Fund and the Internal …
United Way Promo Video
The Ledger — November 15, 2011
United Way of Central Florida Campaign.
William Aramony, United Way Leader Who Was Jailed for Fraud, Dies at 84
New York Times — November 13, 2011
By ROBERT D. McFADDEN William Aramony, who built United Way of America into one of the nation’s premier charities but was forced out as president and went to prison for six years for misusing funds to support a lavish lifestyle and a teenage mistress, …
Pinellas agency leader tapped to run United Way of Pasco – St …
Tampabay.com — November 5, 2011
When seeking to replace its longtime president this summer, United Way of Pasco leaders promised to cast a wide net, even if that meant looking abroad.
Save turkeys and help United Way by ordering ham
Pensacola Business Journal — November 7, 2011
United Way of Escambia County is offering a “give back to your community” campaign through a partnership with Honeybaked Ham. By purchasing Honeybaked Ham products for gifts or personal use, 20 percent of the proceeds will benefit United Way. …
United Way giving halfway to target
Florida Today — November 6, 2011
Lean times have not led to a change of heart for supporters of United Way of Brevard. “Brevard is a generous community,” said President Rob Rains, who said Wednesday the agency’s annual campaign drive has hit the halfway mark at more than $3.5 million. …
United Way of Hernando County will host bike run
Tampabay.com — November 6, 2011
The United Way of Hernando County will host the Ride United for Early Literacy Bike Run on Nov. 19, starting and ending at the United Way parking lot, 4030 Commercial Way. Registration begins at 8:30 am The cost is $20, with a $5 chip exchange. …
United Way of Indian River County sets $2.5 million campaign goal
TCPalm — November 5, 2011
By news release VERO BEACH — More than 130 community volunteers and business leaders gathered at Vero Beach County Club on Saturday night to announce the United Way of Indian River County aims to raise $2500000 this year to support the health and …
United Way honors philanthropist donors
7Online WSVN-TV — October 28, 2011
Tony and Conchi Argiz received the United Way of Miami-Dade’s highest honor, the Tocqueville Award for Outstanding Philanthropy. The award recognizes those who not only contribute money but also donate their time and leadership to community causes. …
CenterState Bank receives United Way Spirit Award
TCPalm — October 27, 2011
VERO BEACH — CenterState Bank in Vero Beach is the recipient of The Spirit of Indian River County Special Recognition Award from the United Way. The award, given to CenterState Bank representatives at a breakfast ceremony held at Oak Harbor on Tuesday …
United Way to honor couple
MiamiHerald.com — October 27, 2011
The chairman and CEO of the accounting firm Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra — Florida’s largest independent public accounting firm (and one of the country’s top 40) — has served as board and campaign chair for United Way of Miami-Dade County. …
United Way honors community contributors in Indian River County …
TCPalm.com — October 25, 2011
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Former Baseball Commissioner and Vero Beach resident Fay Vincent on Tuesday told 225 United Way volunteers and staff to …
United Way aims to help middle school kids get into volunteering
Ocala.com — October 24, 2011
By Joe Callahan United Way of Marion County has kicked off a new program aimed at getting middle school students more involved in volunteer work. The program — called “Get in the Middle” — hosted its first event in October. About 50 children helped a …
Day of Caring benefits scout camp
Tbo.com — October 24, 2011
Volunteers from PCL Civil Constructors build an observation deck at Camp Brorein during the United Way event. By TBO.COM Volunteers recently packed the grounds of Camp Brorein during the United Way of Tampa Bay’s Day of Caring. …
United Way campaign off to positive start
TCPalm — October 19, 2011
United Way announced its 2011-12 campaign goal to touch 95000 lives in Martin County by raising $2.31 million during a recent breakfast reception. On hand to deliver United Way’s message were, from left, Tom Wilkinson, Kristen Mackey, Jean Strickland, …
United Way Worldwide president and CEO Brian Gallagher testifies before Senate …
PR NewsChannel (press release) — October 18, 2011
Brian Gallagher, president and CEO of United Way Worldwide testified before the Senate Finance Committee hearing, “Tax Reform Options: Incentives for Charitable Giving.” In his testimony, Mr. Gallagher urged lawmakers to preserve the charitable tax …
United Way fundraisers feature alcohol outdoors before home games
The Independent Florida Alligator — October 13, 2011
United Downtown, hosted by United Way of North Central Florida with support from local sponsors such as the City of Gainesville, usually kicks off at 5:30 pm on those select Fridays and runs until about 10:30 pm, said Dana Newsome Napier, …
Newsmaker spotlight: Sparling leaves United Way for Brevard Community College
Florida Today — October 9, 2011
Before joining BCC in September, she served as the vice president of investor relations at United Way of Brevard County, where she was employed for more than 14 years. She has a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication from University of …
United Way: Building a road map for success
Naples Daily News — October 6, 2011
On Oct. 4, in the same room at Naples Hilton where it bid its leader of 16 years, Ernie Bretzmann, farewell, the United Way of Collier County and more than 100 members of the community met to kick off the organization’s 2011/2012 fundraising campaign. …
Margate woman becomes United Way’s new director
Sun-Sentinel — October 6, 2011
Kate Goldman is the new director of strategic partnerships at United Way, which is a nonprofit aimed at bringing its surrounding community together. The Margate resident’s job is to develop relationships with new businesses and continue to grow the …
United Way kicks off Clay campaign
Clay Today — October 3, 2011
FLEMING ISLAND –United Way of Northeast Florida held its annual Clay County leadership breakfast Thursday, Sept. 29, officially beginning the county’s annual giving campaign. United Way of Northeast Florida, serving Baker, Clay, Duval Nassau and …
Boys & Girls Clubs participates in United Way’s Annual Day of Caring
TCPalm — October 3, 2011
Children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County’s Fellsmere Club participated in United Way’s annual Day of Caring Sept. 24 by taking part in a beach cleanup in front of Disney’s Vero Beach Resort. VERO BEACH — More than 30 children and …
United Way donation to help area students in need of clothing
Gainesville Sun — September 30, 2011
The Women’s Leadership Council of the United Way on Friday donated two $500 checks to Rawlings and Metcalfe elementary schools to help provide basic clothing necessities to needy children as part of their “Elementary Essentials” campaign. …
AT&T contributes to United Way of Martin County
TCPalm — September 27, 2011
Cathy McKenzie, third from left, presents AT&T’s $4850 donation to United Way of Martin County supporters, from left, Stacy Ranieri, Ed Ciampi, Tom Rooney, Vicki Davis and Jim Vojcsik. STUART — AT&T Florida today announced a gift of $4850 to United …
United Way boldly pushes forward
Florida Times-Union — September 27, 2011
United Way helped provide supplies to Sandalwood High School’s full-service school, among others. From left, Chris Hoyt, communications director of the United Way of Northeast Florida; Shelley Grant, the director of full service schools for the United …
United Way kicks off fundraising campaign in Bartow – September 25, 2011 http://www.polkcountydemocrat.com/sunnews/bartow/2941092-458/sunnewspaperswegobecauseitisthere.html.csp
United Way Offering ‘Fiscal Fitness’ Courses – September 24, 2011 http://www.theledger.com/article/20110924/NEWS/110929598/1338/sitemaps?template=printpicart
United Way still a worthy cause
News Chief — September 25, 2011
The United Way of Central Florida launched its annual fundraising drive last Wednesday with a goal of raising $8.7 million for its member agencies. The United Way has more than 50 member agencies from Polk, Highland and Hardee counties that will each …
United Way welcomes five to board
TCPalm — September 20, 2011
The United Way board of directors welcomes, from left, Donna Cerrone-Alexander, Mat Churchey, Teresa Lamar-Sarno and Nancy Kline. Not pictured is Ted Brown. STUART — United Way of Martin County recently welcomed five new members to its board of …
United Way kicks off 2011 county campaign
Santa Rosa Press Gazette — September 20, 2011
Friday the United Way started its 2011 contribution campaign and announced they are around 40 percent of the way to its $300000 goal. While that does not sound like a lot to some, it does a lot more in Santa Rosa County than many could possible imagine …
United Way sets $2 million campaign goal
The News Herald — September 8, 2011
PANAMA CITY — The fundraising goal for the 2011 United Way of Northwest Florida’s community campaign is $2 million, a goal that already is 35 percent completed by pacesetting companies, officials announced Thursday morning. …
United Way names 2011-12 campaign chairman
Tbo.com — September 7, 2011
United Way of Hernando County announced its 2011-12 Community Investment Campaign chairman will be Mickey Smith, CEO of Oak Hill Hospital. Smith, one of the community’s top leaders, said he is honored to lead the annual campaign, which last year raised …
United Way announces new learning programs
Tbo.com — September 6, 2011
The new programs receiving United Way funding are: Boys & Girls Club of Highlands County — Project Learn, $7028; Early Learning Coalition — Learning Accomplishment Profile, $7028; and Webber International University — High School Academic Success, …
United Way fund goal: $2.1 million
Ocala — September 1, 2011
Faith Beard of the United Way of Marion County, right, checks in Tara Stafford, customer service manager of Publix, before loading on to one of three buses Thursday morning. By Fred Hiers United Way of Marion County announced its fundraising goal of …
Bands come in on cue
Tampabay.com — August 26, 2011
By Phyllis Day, Times Staff Writer SPRING HILL — To raise money for the United Way of Hernando County, United Parcel Service’s Brooksville service center last year organized a billiards tournament. This year, a bowling tournament has been scheduled …
Weston executive leads annual United Way workplace giving campaign
Orlando Sentinel — August 25, 2011
By Cindy Kent, Sun Sentinel Follow @twitter A Weston business leader was named to lead United Way’s annual workplace giving campaign in Broward. Matt Shore is chairman of United Way of Broward County’s 2011 fundraising workplace campaign, …
As times in our community go, so has — and will — the United Way
Ocala — August 21, 2011
The agencies didn’t need the United Appeal as they did before, and there was no strong national organization until 1970, when a visionary from Miami led the creation of United Way of America to mobilize the support of national corporations in …
NFM convenient care center closes
North Fort Myers Neighbor — August 2, 2011
By ANDREA GALABINSKI (nfmneighbor@breezenewspapers.com) , North Fort Myers Neighbor – Lee Memorial Health System closed its North Fort Myers Lee Convenient Care Center Friday with plans to reopen in mid-September with a United Way partnership that will …
Former United Way of Volusia-Flagler board members honored
Daytona Beach News-Journal — July 30, 2011
By ANNE GEGGIS, Staff writer Two former board members from the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties were honored this week with the President’s Volunteer Service Award — a national honor. Rick Fraser, president of the Center for Business Excellence, …
New United Way Program Hopes To Foster Future Philanthropists
The Ledger — July 23, 2011
Rebecca Green, program coordinator for the Salvation Army in Lakeland, left, talks to teenagers touring the Salvation Army homeless shelter complex as part of a new United Way program to foster future philanthropists in Lakeland. …
United Way of St. Lucie County is seeking school supply donations
TCPalm — July 22, 2011
By news release United Way of St. Lucie County wants donors to “Stuff the bag” — their new slogan for the School Supplies for Students program. Donors can fill bags or boxes with new school supplies and return them to the United Way office or a …
Help United Way gather school supplies at Stuff the Bus event
Tampabay.com — July 21, 2011
United Way of Hernando County is sponsoring the annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive for Hernando County teachers from 11 am to 5 pm July 29-31 at locations throughout the county. • Publix supermarkets at 160 Mariner Blvd., at County Line Road, …
Former United Way Pasco president reflects on tenure
Tbo.com — July 20, 2011
By CARL ORTH | The Suncoast News | It seems like only yesterday, former United Way of Pasco President Susan Arnett says of her arrival at the nonprofit agency in 2000. After 11 years at the helm, Arnett resigned this month. United Way board members are …
FSU football players team with United Way on service projects
Tallahassee Democrat (blog) By Ira Schoffel — July 17, 2011
As part of a community service project with United Way, FSU football players boxed up and served lunches at The Shelter on Saturday afternoon. From left to right: Vince Williams, Anthony Porterfield, Lamarcus Joyner and Tank Carradine …
Seminoles, United Way lend helping hand
Tallahassee.com — July 16, 2011
The players, who were accompanied by representatives from FSU’s athletics department and staffers from United Way of the Big Bend, wore their game jerseys while filling a variety of roles. Working with a group of regular volunteers from Bethel …
United Way of Pasco names consultant as its interim leader
Tampabay.com — July 8, 2011
A consultant with experience at other United Way organizations has been named interim leader of the United Way of Pasco County. Alexander Young, of NP Consulting Inc., will serve as interim president and CEO for the next four months while the Pasco …
United Way Foundation board announces new officers, members
TCPalm — July 7, 2011
STUART — The United Way of Martin County Foundation recently installed a fresh set of officers ready to lead the organization through the next fiscal year. Incoming president Theodore Brown, senior wealth management executive at Northern Trust, …
United Way hiring 5
Pensacola News Journal — July 5, 2011
United Way of Escambia County is accepting resumes to fill two full-time and three part-time staff positions. The two full-time positions—marketing manager and campaign manager—will close on Friday. Resumes for a part-time volunteer coordinator will …
Lake reluctantly agrees to fund service to aid needy residents
Orlando Sentinel — June 30, 2011
Sue Cordova, president and chief executive officer for the United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties, appealed for funding for the fledgling 211 phone service, which fields between 150 and 180 calls for help a month. Citizens can tap into the service by …
United Way of Palm Beach County raises more than $15 million despite recession
Sun-Sentinel — June 29, 2011
By Erika Pesantes, Sun Sentinel – Despite the recession, United Way of Palm Beach County has raised more than $15 million during its campaign, which will help fund about 50 local programs for those in need. The fundraising campaign ended this week with a …
Fewer donations to United Way result in nonprofit cuts
Gainesville Sun — June 27, 2011
By Kimberly Moore Wilmoth — Donations to the United Way of North Central Florida have declined by more than 8 percent from last year, according to figures recently released on the charity’s annual fundraising campaign, resulting in layoffs and cuts in …
United Way of Broward allocates $1.5 million
The South Florida Times — June 27, 2011
LAUDERDALE — The board of directors of the United Way of Broward County approved allocations totaling $1.5 million for Broward County non-profit agencies. The agency said programs sharing the money will address “critical issues and gaps in services …
Town of Palm Beach United Way adds The Glades Initiative to its giving
Palm Beach Daily News — June 25, 2011
By David Rogers
When asked why the Town of Palm Beach United Way recently selected The Glades Initiative Inc. as its newest member agency, Beth Walton used Census statistics to explain the need. About 40 miles west of wealthy Palm Beach, the residents …
Donors dictate use of United Way money in Brevard County
Florida Today — June 24, 2011
With more donors than ever designating their charitable contributions go to agencies not affiliated with the United Way of Brevard County, the nonprofit had less money this year to allocate to its partner agencies. United Way of Brevard raised a …
Publix Cashier Leaves Legacy of Charitable Giving
THE LEDGER — June 21, 2011
LAKELAND | Mildred Lee Jenkins never made more than $8.25 an hour during her 28 years as a Publix cashier, but she left behind much more…
Long-time president of United Way of Collier County stepping down soon
Naples Daily News — June 15, 2011
This new season of change became abruptly apparent when long-time president of the United Way of Collier County (UWCC), Ernie Bretzmann, announced his plans to retire on Oct. 1 after 16 years with the 54-year-old local fundraising leadership agency. …
United Way president named
Gainesville Sun — June 13, 2011
Debbie Mason has accepted the position of president and chief executive officer of the United Way of North Central Florida, effective immediately, the United Way board chairman Mike Gallagher announced Monday. Mason has extensive experience with United …
Susan Arnett to resign as president of the United Way of Pasco
Tampabay.com — June 11, 2011
By Jacqueline Baylon, Times Staff Writer PORT RICHEY — Susan Arnett is resigning as president of the United Way of Pasco after more than a decade at the helm. “There is not one single event that prompted the decision,” she said Friday. …
United Way’s new CEO going for bigger impact
Pensacola News Journal — June 10, 2011
Andrea Farage, the new president and CEO of United Way of Escambia County, gives her first address to volunteers and sponsors attending the organization’s annual meeting on Thursday. / Tony Giberson/tgiberson@pnj.com The United Way of Escambia County …
North Port walk raises money for United Way
Sarasota Herald-Tribune — May 25, 2011
Terria McEwen, left, and Sally Coleman-Yensch of the Publix Super Markets team lead the walk out of Dallas White Park during the first walkathon in North Port for the United Way of South Sarasota County. Helping hands were rewarded by helping feet as …
Ernie Bretzmann retires as president of United Way of Collier County
Naples Daily News — May 24, 2011
By VIA PRESS RELEASE — The Board of Directors of United Way of Collier County (UWCC) is sad to announce the retirement of the agency’s long-time President, Ernie Bretzmann, who announced he will retire on October 1, 2011. Bretzmann has been employed with …
First Book and United Way of Tampa Bay – First Book Blog
By Brian Minter — May 23, 2011
The United Way of Tampa Bay’s Children’s Book Drive is all virtual this year. Every tax-deductible donation will provide brand-new, age-appropriate books. All funds raised will be used to order books through the First Book Marketplace. …
United Way offering volunteer training
Palm Beach Post — May 23, 2011
By Bonnie Chynoweth BOYNTON BEACH — BOYNTON BEACH – The United Way of Palm Beach County is seeking volunteers to help in disaster assistance should a hurricane or other disaster strike the area. Two training classes will be held at United Way’s office …
Community groups come together to ‘build the fight against hunger’ in Lee County
Naples Daily News — May 21, 2011
By DARRYL A. WELLS – On Saturday three shifts went to work at the United Way Center located at 7273 Concourse Drive in the Harlem Heights community of Lee County. The goal was for each shift to put together individual macaroni and cheese dinner packs to …
United Way at 50: Campaign contributions exceed $1 million in 1996
TCPalm — May 20, 2011
By United Way Staff Editor’s Note:In 1961, the United Way of Indian River County, known then as the United Fund, began its first year as a centralized charity dedicated to helping social service organizations. Each week, the Press Journal will look at …
United Way of Manatee County on track to beat fundraising goal
Sarasota Herald-Tribune — May 19, 2011
MANATEE COUNTY – The United Way of Manatee County announced Wednesday it is on track to exceed the $2.7 million fundraising goal for its annual campaign. Large donations by consistent contributors, Publix Super Markets and Tropicana, have helped put …
WCI Communities golf promotion supports Harry Chapin Food Bank and United Way
Naples Daily News — May 19, 2011
WCI Communities has partnered with the Harry Chapin Food Bank and United Way to create a unique funding opportunity: Supporters who donate $150 to the food bank through the www.WCIGolf.com website will receive a complimentary foursome at one of five …
UNITED WAY WINNERS Local group to surpass $2.7 million fundraising goal
Bradenton Herald — May 19, 2011
By VIN MANNIX – vmannix@bradenton.com BRADENTON — Last September Jerry Koontz and a song-and-dance troupe performed at United Way of Manatee County’s 2010-2011 fundraising campaign kickoff at Renaissance on 9th. Too bad there wasn’ta return engagement …
United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Delivers Economic Impact to Big Bend
WCTV.tv — May 19, 2011
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 18, 2011 – Since 2005, United Way of the Big Bend’s (UWBB) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) service has helped residents save $2.5 million in tax-preparation fees and get back $17.9 million in tax refunds, which resulted in …
United Way to hold dance competition
Ocala.com — May 18, 2011
Hoping to capitalize on the popularity of the show, the United Way of Marion County will hold its own dance competition at 6 pm on June 4 in the Marion Technical Institute auditorium, 1614 SE Fort King St. The competition is open to all ages and dance …
United Way reaches out to tornado victims on road to recovery
Sun-Sentinel — May 18, 2011
When tornados ravaged Alabama earlier this month, the United Way of Palm Beach County mobilized almost immediately to raise funds to help partner agencies divvy out supplies and medical assistance. Kat Quevedo, United Way of Palm Beach County …
Shapiro named resource development manager at United Way of Central Florida
News-Sun — May 15, 2011
HIGHLAND CITY – Richard Shapiro has joined the staff at United Way of Central Florida as the new resource development manager. Shapiro has an extensive background in management, sales and marketing. In his new role, he will be responsible for planning, …
Alex Young, ‘Mr. United Way,’ to step down
Sarasota Herald-Tribune — May 13, 2011
By Zac Anderson After 21 years in his job, Alex Young became so closely associated with the nonprofit group he ran that he was known locally to some as “Mr. United Way.” Alex Young has served as president of United Way of Sarasota County since 1990. …
Farage named new United Way Escambia president
Pensacola News Journal — May 9, 2011
Andrea Farage is the new United Way of Escambia County president and chief executive officer. Farage has served as executive director for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida since 2001. …
United Way conference set
Pensacola News Journal — May 9, 2011
United Way of Santa Rosa County will have a free conference for service providers who assist county residents from 11 am to 1 pm June 8 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Gulf Breeze. “We will be networking and discussing ways we can work together and …
United Way of Palm Beach County seeks aid for tornado victims
Sun-Sentinel — May 4, 2011
By Alexia Campbell, Sun Sentinel The United Way of Palm Beach County is asking for donations to help tornado victims in Alabama, Virginia and other states hit hard by recent storms. All money raised goes directly toward providing shelter, food, …
Charity concert benefits United Way of Hernando, food pantries
Tampabay.com — May 1, 2011
The event is a benefit for the United Way of Hernando County’s Community Investment Fund and local food pantries. Admission is $3 and two cans of nonperishable food. Call Patrick O’Grady at (352) 797-7088. Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, …
Charities need dollars and sense
Citrus County Chronical Online — April 26, 2011
In tight times, groups do their homework about who they give help to. On any given day, Jewel Lamb might have four or five new requests for donations sitting on her desk at Crystal Automotive.
Soles4Souls drive collecting at Town of Palm Beach United Way through noon Friday
Palm Beach Daily News — April 26, 2011
Brandy Stephenson stands next to ‘a mountain of shoes’ that is being collected at the United Way for Soles4Souls. The drive ends at noon Friday. By David Rogers A simple idea can build into something big with a little help from friends. …
United Way at 60: Special Response Fund gets started in 1992
TCPalm – Aprill 22, 2011
By United Way Staff Late in August of 1992, a Category 5 hurricane named Andrew steamed through southern Florida, bringing devastation in his wake – 90 percent of homes in Dade County had major roof damage. With Independent presidential candidate Ross …
United Way Wine & Food Fest, Taste of The Grove this weekend
MiamiHerald.com — April 13, 2011
The 16th annual United Way Miami Wine & Food Festival kicks off its four-day run Thursday with Taste & Toast, a food and wine tasting, at the Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables ($150 VIP, $75 general admission). Friday’s featured event is a …
United Way Miami Wine & Food Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow Night
Miami New Times (blog) — April 13, 2011
This week the United Way will host its 16th annual Miami Wine & Food Festival, featuring flowing wine and whiskey and tons of fantastic foods. To maximize your eating and drinking pleasure, organizers have added a fourth day. This year, the United Way …
United Way of Central Florida Projects Raising $8.7 Million in 2010 Campaign
The Ledger — April 12, 2011
John Fitzwater was named the 2010 George Jenkins Volunteer of the Year at the United Way of Central Florida 2011 Annual Meeting at the Highland Park Church of the Nazarene on Tuesday in Lakeland. By Eric Pera LAKELAND | United Way of Central Florida …
Tax preparers driven by clients’ urgent needs
Ocala.com — April 9, 2011
Lutz and other volunteers were doing federal income tax returns at the United Way of Marion County on Thursday. The filing deadline is April 18. By Fred Hiers There has always been a rhythm to the time leading to tax day in April. …
United Way campaign: Generosity shines despite hard times
Florida Times-Union — April 3, 2011
As the president of United Way of Northeast Florida, it is my distinct pleasure to announce that 2010 was a turnaround year for our annual campaign, raising more than $25 million. The charitable citizens and the supporting companies in Northeast …
United Way of Pasco seeks those who didn’t file tax returns in 2007
Tampabay.com — April 3, 2011
By Times staff
The United Way of Pasco County is looking for anyone who may not have filed their 2007 income tax return. Tax refunds totaling more than $1.1 billion may be waiting for more than a million people who did not file in 2007, the Internal …
United Way sets up Japan relief fund
TCPalm — March 31, 2011
By staff report PALM BEACH COUNTY
Like United Way Worldwide and other United Ways across America, United Way of Palm Beach County is collecting monetary donations in response to the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March. …
Epcot World Showplace hosts United Way Chef’s Gala May 21
Orlando Sentinel (blog) — March 29, 2011
By Heather McPherson, Orlando Sentinel Food Editor
The United Way’s Chef’s Gala benefiting Heart of Florida returns to Epcot World Showplace at Walt Disney World Resort Saturday, May 21, 2011. The evening will begin at 6:45 pm with a silent auction and …
United Way celebrates success, looks to future
Ocala.com — March 29, 2011
By Joe Callahan
The United Way of Marion County on Tuesday honored top volunteers at its 2011 annual Meeting of the Membership, an event that addressed the community’s responsibility to educate children. More than 300 people attended the meeting and …
United Way focuses on Japan tsunami aftermath
Sun-Sentinel — March 27 ,2011
By Erika Pesantes, Sun Sentinel
The agency has established the United Way Disaster Fund — Japan Relief Effort and is accepting donations online at unitedwaypbc.org/japanaid. Donations may also be made with checks payable to UWPBC/Japan Relief Effort …
Nonprofits, apply for United Way of Hernando County funding for food, shelter …
Tampabay.com — March 27, 2011
The United Way of Hernando County is accepting applications from nonprofit agencies for funding to supplement emergency food and shelter programs under the Emergency Food and Shelter Program. The application deadline is Thursday. …
Running trio to take part in United Way National Team Relay
TCPalm — March 26, 2011
Cooper never envisioned that it would lead her and two co-workers to run in the National Marathon’s second annual United Way National Team Relay in Washington DC on Saturday. Cooper will run with Dee Staley and Laurie Smith in the 13.1-mile run, …
United Way at 50: New computer system in 1988 helps growing organization
TCPalm — March 25, 2011
By United Way Staff VERO BEACH — Editor’s note: In 1961, the United Way of Indian River County, known then as the United Fund, began its first year as a centralized charity dedicated to helping social service organizations. Each week, the Press …
United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades exceeds $8 million campaign goal
Naples Daily News — March 16, 2011
By VIA PRESS RELEASE
Pat O’Donnell, 2010-2011 United Way campaign chairwoman and owner of O’Donnell Landscapes Inc., and Joe Catti, United Way board chairman and president of Finemark National Bank and Trust unveil the United Way thermometer showing …
United Way reaffirms aid role during local disasters
Palm Beach Post — March 15, 2011
By Eliot Kleinberg BOYNTON BEACH — Palm Beach County’s assistant county manager got assurances Tuesday from the United Way that it will continue its decades-long role of coordinating the hundreds of volunteers who hand out ice, food, …
State workers raise more than $1.75 million for United Way of the Big Bend
Tallahassee.com — March 13, 2011
The Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign celebration was held Friday at the Doyle Conner Building, and the amount raised for the United Way of the Big Bend totaled more than $1.75 million. “This year, state employees in the Big Bend have again …
United Way at 50: Agency celebrated 25 years of service in 1986
TCPalm — March 11, 2011
By United Way Staff VERO BEACH — Editor’s Note: In 1961, the United Way of Indian River County, known then as the United Fund, began its first year as a centralized charity dedicated to helping social service organizations. Each week, the Press …
United Way volunteers help taxpayers claim $1.3 million in refunds
Tallahassee.com — March 8, 2011
As of this afternoon, United Way of Escambia County volunteer tax preparers have assisted 770 taxpayers in completing and electronically filing their 2010 tax returns. More than $1.3 million in refunds have been claimed by these residents, United Way …
Martin County United Way program recognizes those who make character count
TCPalm.com — March 7, 2011
A United Way of Martin County program, the goal of CHARACTER COUNTS! is “to enhance and develop personal character and inspire all segments of the community to uphold the Six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, …
United Way thanks Publix employees
News-Sun — March 6, 2011
SEBRING – United Way of Central Florida-Highlands County Division recently celebrated Publix Appreciation Day by having board members and partner agencies visit all Highlands County Publix locations. Publix represents nearly a third of the United Way …
United Way set to surpass campaign goal
Highlands Today/Tbo.com — March 3, 2011
By MARC VALERO | Highlands Today SEBRING – Preliminary numbers show the 2010 United Way campaign in Highlands County will surpass its $400000 goal, but totals are still down from a peak year in 2005 when $507000 was raised. The donation total currently …
United Way looking for new CEO
Pensacola Business Journal — March 1, 2011
11:00 pm United Way of Escambia County is accepting applications for its president/CEO position, which recently became available after its former president and CEO resigned in February following scrutiny over lost federal funding. …
Unitd Way campaign extended two weeks
Cape Coral Daily Breeze — March 1, 2011
Helping Alzheimer’s caregivers find support … assisting the unemployed to find a job … helping an uninsured woman suspected of having breast cancer get a mammogram: these are a few of the things that the United Way and its 72 partner agencies do …
The United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades counties is extending its annual …
The News-Press — February 28, 2011
12:14 pm The United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades counties is extending its annual campaign because it is $300000 short of meeting its $8 million goal. Residents now have two more weeks to donate to the campaign, which should have ended today. …
United Way provides free tax prep
Gainesville Sun — February 16, 2011
Called the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, it is being provided by the United Way of North Central Florida. The goal of the program is to make sure taxpayers who are eligible apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit, which can earn taxpayers as …
| United Way beats fundraising goal Florida Today — Sunday, February 13, 2011 A celebratory party is scheduled for 6:15 pm March 16 to thank companies and individuals for supporting the 2010 United Way Campaign. … |
| United Way 24-hour help line open Pensacola News Journal — Sunday, February 13, 2011 The United Way announced Friday that its referral service line can now be reached by dialing 211. The service, formerly known as First Call For Help, … |