Category: Volunteerism
Giving Back: The couple that reads together …
Cathy Barnwell loved reading and loved working with children so when a call for ReadingPal volunteers went out at her church, she knew it was the perfect opportunity for her. That was four years ago, before she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
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United Way Upstream winners share update on mental-health-stigma project
Jessica Stephens and Dayna Cohen had a lot in common – both graduating from University of North Florida’s School of Nursing, both diligent, enthusiastic individuals. But it wasn’t until they found out about United Way of Northeast Florida’s Upstream initiative that their shared passion was realized.
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Northeast Florida’s Largest Funders Partner for Hurricane Matthew Response
United Way of Northeast Florida and partners joined together to create Florida’s First Coast Relief Fund to assist organizations helping those in Northeast Florida affected by Hurricane Matthew.
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Volunteer to assist with Hurricane Matthew relief
United Way of Northeast Florida has partnered with American Red Cross Northeast Florida Chapter and HandsOn Jacksonville to provide information on the most critical volunteer needs.
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Giving Back: Volunteer helps preschoolers take reading’s first step
When volunteer Patty DeStephano visits her United Way of Northeast Florida’s ReadingPal preschoolers, she carries a bag full of props and toys she can pull out at a moment’s notice. A paper bag with a pipe cleaner, watercolor paint set and other items help keep her readers engaged and having fun.
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