Category: Volunteerism
Haskell teams up with United Way to assemble 100 snack packs
By Kelsey Morrow Employees from Haskell recently prepared 100 snack packs for students at Full Service Schools sites across Duval County. In less than two…
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Volunteers lend a hand on the Eastside for Hometown Huddle
By Kelsey Morrow One day each year, NFL teams across the country join forces with local United Ways to encourage community service and highlight the…
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A Day of Gifts, Literacy and Laughs: One local volunteer shares his ‘why’
For many low-income families their love for their children far exceeds their resources to purchase books and other basic educational needs. Ever year, United Way of Northeast Florida helps fill this gap with its annual signature event, “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” which brings some surprise holiday cheer and academic help to local children who need it the most.
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Jacksonville teen earns prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award
Jacksonville teen Alexander Hassel recently qualified for the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award for his outstanding commitment to community service. Hassel, who is 15…
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Nearly 1,500 books donated to children in ReadingPals
For the fourth year in a row, hundreds of students in Duval and Nassau counties will receive free books to add to their at-home library….
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