The United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee has concluded the 2020-2021 Campaign, and met the campaign goal of $10.8 million. This is the 28th consecutive year that the goal has been met or exceeded. Campaign Chairs Karen Ryan (LCEC) and Bob Beville (Waterman Broadcasting) announced that local residents and companies contributed a record […]
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Thank you for your interest in our Swing into Spring online auction. We appreciate your support of our United Way! Proceeds from our fundraiser will help local social services programs in Hendry and Glades Counties. The online auction begins on April 17 at 8am and ends April 24 at 8pm. Bid early and bid often!
The United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee has concluded the 2020-2021 Campaign, and met the campaign goal of $10.8 million. This is the 28th consecutive year that the goal has been met or exceeded. Campaign Chairs Karen Ryan (LCEC) and Bob Beville (Waterman Broadcasting) announced that local residents and companies contributed a record
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Several volunteers from Chico’s FAS, Inc. participated in two separate United Way Days of Caring in December and January. Volunteers from Chico’s FAS helped agencies shop and load vehicles with much needed food on distribution days. They were able to lend a hand to fulfill orders just in time for the holidays as
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ALICE Project Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed ALICE 2020 Update and How COVID-19 May Impact ALICE Households Who Is ALICE? In 2018, 3,610,770 Florida households (46%) had income below the ALICE Threshold, meaning that they were unable to afford even the most basic budget. ALICE households, earning above the Federal Poverty Level, were not eligible
211 Helpline Notice……Due to Covid-19, some of the resources searched within the 211 database may not contain the most up to date information. Please contact the agency directly to inquire about their current program operations or call United Way 211 by dialing 2-1-1 or 239-433-3900 for additional information.
Leadership Giving Alexis de Tocqueville Society The United Way Tocqueville Society of Lee, Hendry, and Glades, was founded in 1991 by David Lucas. Members of the Tocqueville Society fulfill the 19th Century writings of Frenchman Alexis de Tocqueville by exhibiting the American philanthropic spirit. The Society is comprised of givers at the $10,000 level and
Public Reporting Financial Information Form 990 is the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)’s designation for the tax return that most public charities are required by law to submit annually. This form is used by the IRS to assess the non-profit organization for its compliance with tax. Information contained in the form includes a summary of the
Bonita Bay Bonita Bay Community Campaign Click here for the list of United Way supported programs. United Way proudly works in many communities in Lee County. Our community campaigns provide an opportunity for residents to give of their time and talents and to connect with others who share the same passion to improve the lives
