Category: Comprehensive Basic Needs
United Way 211 helps family after car accident triggers financial crisis
A proud Haskell employee, she was invited to a United Way of Northeast Florida poverty simulation as part of the company’s annual fundraising campaign. United Way poverty simulations immerse participants in the daily challenges of families living in poverty. The experience moved Dana to tears.
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Retiree connects finance skills to purpose at Red Cross
Judy Bresnahan, volunteer for United Way partner American Red Cross of Northeast Florida, has dedicated 13 years of outstanding volunteer service at the local and national Red Cross levels.
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New report reveals more than one third of Northeast Florida residents struggle to make ends meet
United Way of Northeast Florida is leading and developing several initiatives to help ALICE families and those in poverty.
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Pine Castle helps woman overcome intellectual differences
When Jessica came to Pine Castle in 2013, she was living with her parents. Today, she continues to thrive in her independence.
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Living the dream 365: Introducing our America
Refugee resettlement director for Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida explains the personal impact of welcoming refugees in Northeast Florida.
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