Author: United Way of Northeast Florida
Creating a community of opportunity
At United Way of Northeast Florida, we’re working to create a community of opportunity – one where everyone has hope and can reach their full potential. We know one organization can’t do it alone, so we focus on connecting people, resources and ideas to solve our community’s toughest challenges and achieve this vision together.
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From ‘hello’ to help, United Way 211 is here
Every day, United Way 211 in Northeast Florida receives hundreds of calls from people in need. Mothers searching for diapers for their children. Veterans…
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United Way of Northeast Florida names Melanie Patz as CEO
Current Baptist Health and former United Way executive brings over 25 years of nonprofit experience and community commitment to the role Jacksonville, Fla. (Aug….
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Race-Equity Advocates and Organizations Partner to Bring First Civil Rights Conference to Jacksonville
This event is designed to educate and facilitate conversations on civil rights movements in order to provide inspiration and the tools to make Jacksonville a more equitable community.
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United Way 211 celebrates 20 years of helping callers in crisis
Founded in 2002, United Way 211 is an integrated information and referral helpline and online database that connects people of all ages and walks of life to essential health, human and social services.
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Early misfortune didn’t stop Jacksonville mom from finding hope and success
“One in every three people have been affected or received services from United Way. And I love to tell people that you’re looking at one of those people.”
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Mental Wellness: Resources to Help You Thrive
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and our team at United Way of Northeast Florida and mental-health expert Dr. Kal Kseib, consultant for Baptist Health, would like to help mark this important awareness effort with a list of accessible resources available all year long.
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City announces details on how to apply for emergency rental and utility assistance
The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program will distribute nearly $29 million of federal funds to assist Duval County residents who have been unable to pay their rent or utilities due to a loss of income related to COVID-19.
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Duval County emergency rent, utility assistance program shares eligibility information
The application for rent and utility assistance will open soon for Duval County residents. In the meantime, read preliminary information on eligibility.
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How Mother Pearl Became the Matriarch of A. Philip Randolph Blvd.
In the late 1960s, Pearl Graham, affectionately known OutEast as “Mother Pearl,” was an 18-year old fleeing an abusive home. Her heart was set on moving to Atlanta, Georgia, but her spirit led her to East Jacksonville.
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