Category: Advocacy
More than 38% of Northeast Florida residents struggle to make ends meet despite growth in wages
This new ALICE data also shows significant disparities in the rates of financial hardship Jacksonville, Fla. (May 22, 2024) — More than a third…
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United Way supporters advocate for change in Tallahassee
Check out how this experience helped Atlantic Circle member Lyubov Sakara better understand the impact of United Way.
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United Way award winner advocates for better early childhood education
For her outstanding work with local children and efforts to improve early learning requirements, Amanda Crawford was awarded United Way’s 2018 Sherwood H. Smith Children’s Champion Award in the advocacy. category.
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AFL Mentor Spotlight: Freddie Coleman
Since being matched with Freddie, Aaron’s attitude, behavior, and grades have improved tremendously.
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United Way announces speakers for inaugural innovation summit
United Way of Northeast Florida is thrilled to host its inaugural Upstream Innovation Summit. Check out the list of this year’s incredible speakers.
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Work continues for Network Southern Economic Mobility
Monday, Feb. 5, dozens of community leaders packed the Lynwood Roberts Room at Jacksonville City Hall to get an update on youth upward economic mobility in Jacksonville.
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Giving Back: Volunteer full of hope for children with disabilities
Aleman is determined for life be different for the children and young people she meets who may or may not have a disability. Because of her efforts, Aleman received this year’s United Way of Northeast Florida’s Sherwood H. Smith Award winner for advocacy.
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Giving Back: Children help her heal, too
Judy Hicks vividly remembers the first time she walked around Hillside Cottage, one of the residential houses at Daniel Memorial. That was 15 years ago. Ever since, Hicks has been a tireless volunteer and fundraiser for the children Daniel serves.
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United Way receives recognition for green practices
United Way of Northeast Florida received the four-leaf designation from Green Team Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating green communities. Inspired by the Harvard…
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An enriching summer as public policy intern at United Way
Warren Butler, University of North Florida sophomore, reflects on his time as a public policy intern at United Way of Northeast Florida.
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