Category: Community News
Florida First Lady DeSantis visits United Way and 211 call center
Her visit was part of a statewide United Way 211 tour to better understand, emphasize the importance of and promote the value of United Way 211 in crisis prevention and intervention.
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Seven tips for staying safe during hurricane season
August and September are the most active time for tropical storms and hurricanes in Florida. Here are seven tips for staying safe this hurricane season.
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What keeps an United Way executive going in the face of adversity
United Way executive Phyllis Martin shares her thoughts in honor of June 4, Audacity to Hope Day.
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Limited seating: United Way, Salesforce.org host free employee engagement seminar May 15
United Way of Northeast Florida and Salesforce.org are joining forces to bring an exciting, first-ever seminar to Jacksonville. Wednesday, May 15, the two leading…
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Hart Felt Ministries volunteer finds purpose with senior citizens
Brigitte Wagner, volunteer for Hart Felt Ministries, illustrates the power of one individual to make a difference in the world.
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Community Support for Survivors Abounds at Hubbard House’s 10th Annual Domestic Violence Walk
More than 1,200 participants came together to raise support for survivors of domestic violence at the Hubbard House 10th annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk, Stand Up & Stride, on March 30 at the Duval County Courthouse.
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Four women you should know in Northeast Florida
In honor of Women’s History Month, United Way of Northeast Florida highlighted women in the community who are helping families and individuals better make ends…
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Domestic violence survivor gives back through Hubbard House Walk
Meet Hubbard House Walk captain Sami Ebelt and learn how she helps change lives.
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Catholic Charities to open community-based food pantry
In an effort to be more accessible to clients, and to provide services in a neighborhood where more than 40 percent of residents live in poverty, Catholic Charities is relocating its food pantry and opening a satellite office in Northwest Jacksonville.
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Interactive trails combine learning and fun at local parks
Born Learning Trails help caregivers and communities turn a walk in the park into a fun learning experience.
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