June 12th was one of the most devastating days in our region’s history. We lost 49 of our neighbors in the early morning hours due to the horrible acts of one man. Like many of you, we are still struggling to come to grips with this tragedy, how it happened and how to prevent it from happening aga...
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Heart of Florida United Way offers our deepest sympathies to the victims of the horrific June 12 shooting, their loved ones and the whole community. We have seen other cities cope with horrible tragedies, but this time, we did not need to see maps or city overviews to understand what happened. We’...
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On June 21, hundreds of local volunteers mobilized for Day of Action to serve in the community and improve childhood literacy. Hundreds of Day of Action volunteers invested their time at dozens of projects which impacted hundreds of children. Their efforts helped to prevent “summer reading ...
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Volunteers are at the core of what we do each and every day. Without them, United Way and other non-profit organizations could not make the impact in the community that we do. Our volunteers give their time and talents to make Central Florida a better place. On July 19, 2016, we will be hosting the ...
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Gratitude for a Life of Opportunity: Karl Holz, President, New Vacation Operations and Disney Cruise Line When it comes to passion, the only thing that is bigger than Karl Holz’ fervor for Disney is his mission to help young people get ahead. From his own personal story, Holz knows the necessity o...
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There are just a few days left until Chef’s Gala, Central Florida’s premier fine dining and wine pairing charity event! Besides mouth-watering dishes and carefully chosen wines, Chef’s Gala also features a silent auction offering unique collectibles, memorabilia, adventure experienc...
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