What are you doing this 904 Day? We’ve got a few ideas!

904 Day is a chance to celebrate the people, places and neighborhoods that make Northeast Florida feel like home — and find your favorite way to give back.

It’s easy to get involved. Whether you have time to volunteer, dollars you’re looking to donate or simply a social media account, there’s a way for you to help. Here are nine ideas to get you started. Pick your favorite (or do all nine) and make 904 Day into a day of action!

1. Attend an event to get to know us better

Want to learn more about United Way and meet others who care about Northeast Florida? Join us at an upcoming event! From networking gatherings like our upcoming Cocktails & Conversations to other opportunities to connect, learn and make a difference, United Way events offer an easy way to find your place and your people in the 904.

Take action: Find your next connection at Cocktails & Conversations.

2. Give a little 904 love

A donation to United Way of Northeast Florida helps support local solutions in cultivating a healthy community, increasing financial security and advancing youth opportunity. Give a little (or give a lot — we don’t mind) and know that your support stays in the 904 region.

Take action: Visit unitedwaynefl.org/give.

3. Explore United Way’s Volunteer Hub

Have a free afternoon? Want to volunteer with a group? United Way’s Volunteer Hub makes it easy to find service projects and local organizations that need your help.

You can search for an opportunity that matches your schedule, interests and comfort level — no superhero cape required.

Take action: Explore volunteer opportunities.

4. Listen to The Y Factor

Did you know United Way’s leadership society for women, Women United, has its own podcast? The Y Factor shines a light on the voices and stories of trailblazing women across the 904 while inspiring the next generation to step up, give back and create meaningful change. The Y Factor’s last guest was Ashley Coen, wife of Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen and former Los Angeles marketing executive.

Take action: Listen here.

5. Add United Way 211 and 988 Florida Lifeline to your phone contacts

You may not need help right now — but someone you know might. 211 connects Northeast Florida residents with information about food, housing, health care, financial assistance and other essential resources. 988 is a free, 24/7/365 resource available for anyone facing a mental health crisis, emotional distress or simply needing someone to talk to. Both of these services are operated locally by United Way of Northeast Florida.

Take action: Save both numbers and pass them along when someone you know is looking for support.

6. Help stock a local Full Service Schools pantry

Food insecurity affects families and students throughout Northeast Florida. Full Service Schools, led by United Way of Northeast Florida, helps alleviate some of that need. Many Full Service Schools sites run year-round food pantries for students, families and neighbors who need a little extra support. You can help keep these pantries stocked by donating requested items through the Full Service Schools Amazon wish list.

Take action: Stock the Full Service Schools pantries.

7. Volunteer with your coworkers

904 Day is a great reason to turn team-building into community-building. Gather your coworkers for a service project, whether assembling needed kits or volunteer together with United Way or another local nonprofit.

Take action: Explore ways to engage your team through volunteering.

8. Help spread the word about making a difference

Someone in your network might be looking for a volunteer opportunity, a local resource or a way to get involved in their community. Follow United Way of Northeast Florida on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Then, share something that matters to you and could help someone else get involved.

Take action: Follow @UnitedWayNEFL and share something that matters to you.

9. Sign up to stay up to date

Keeping up with what’s happening in our community can help you find ways to get involved. Sign up to receive United Way updates in your inbox to learn about new volunteer opportunities, community needs, impact stories and ways to get involved throughout the year.

Take action: Sign up here.

904 Day is about more than celebrating where we live: it’s about showing up for our neighbors who call Northeast Florida home. Whether you give, volunteer, share or simply stay connected, there’s a place for you to make a difference at United Way of Northeast Florida. And that’s true for 904 Day and every other day of the year.

How will you show up for the 904?