Category: Comprehensive Basic Needs
Feeling the Holiday Blues?
Feeling the Holiday Blues? United Way of Northeast Florida and the 988 Florida Lifeline are here to support Northeast Florida by Jeff Yalden, 988 Florida…
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Mission United brings hope and help to Veterans and their families
by Marilyn Young, freelance writer for United Way of Northeast Florida Chris Kleila and his sister, Marisol Williams, have endured a lot of…
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Family’s Journey with Full Service Schools Made Huge Difference
by Marilyn Young, freelance writer for United Way of Northeast Florida Elizabeth Hosey, her daughters Colleen and Helena, and her fiancé Jorgie Fis …
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United Way announces $4.4 million in grant funding for programs addressing basic needs and financial well-being
Jacksonville, Fla. (Oct. 17, 2024) – United Way of Northeast Florida is thrilled to announce the grant recipients of its $4.4 million investment in…
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North Riverside resident is able to keep his home within the family
“Community is much more than belonging to something; it’s about doing something together that makes belonging matter.” -Brian Solis Henry Scott, a…
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Eastside homeowner receives critical home repairs
Ms. Barbara Robertson is a lifelong resident of the Historic Eastside community. She is the epitome of a great neighbor and community servant. She is…
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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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RYAM Annual Golf Tournament Raises a Record $91,000 for United Way
Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) and United Way of Northeast Florida announced earlier this month that RYAM raised $91,000—a new event record—for United Way during its…
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United Way commits $10 million to improving Jacksonville housing ecosystem
Jacksonville, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2023) – United Way of Northeast Florida announced yesterday the commitment of $10 million to improve the Jacksonville ecosystem for…
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Supporting Mental Health in Northeast FL: The 988 Crisis Lifeline
By Elizabeth Findley, 988 director, United Way of Northeast Florida United Way of Northeast Florida responds to approximately 30-50 calls daily from individuals…
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