Dear United Way Friends, Do U Live United? It’s the first thing I see every day at our United Way main campus. I touch it every morning and several times throughout the day. It grounds me. It makes me strive to be the best I can be. It inspires me and our team to coordinate […]
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United Way of Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee Board of Directors is happy to announce that Jeannine Joy has been named its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 17, 2019.
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Campaign’s message of ‘United We’re Stronger’ strengthens community United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades met its $11.3 million annual campaign goal, marking the 32nd consecutive year that supporters have rallied to support United Way and its partner agencies. United Way President and CEO Jeannine Joy, along with Campaign Co-chairs Dr. Scott Nygaard, community volunteer,
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Tax season is here, and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is ready to help Southwest Florida residents keep more of their hard-earned money through our free tax filing assistance program. The United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides no-cost federal tax filing services at over 30 convenient locations. This year, the
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United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades celebrated its 2024-25 Campaign Kickoff at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers, where United Way announced that 51.6% of their annual fundraising campaign goal of $11,271,181 has been raised through Pacesetter contributions along with early Alexis de Tocqueville Society giving (individuals who contribute $10,000+
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Are you team Hans or Team Franz Join us for a night of fun and support United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades. Watch as Hans and Franz compete to Pump Up our community! Use the links below to support your team! Team Hans : Dr. Scott Nygaard (Lee Health), Mayor Kevin Anderson (City of Ft.
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United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has announced that the 2024-2025 United Way Campaign Chairs will be Dr. Scott Nygaard of Lee Health and Dan O’Berski of Trinity Commercial Group. Additionally, the goal for this year’s campaign has been set at $11,271,181. Last year’s campaign raised $11,000,000 for the local communities of Lee, Hendry,
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2023-2024 Annual Impact Report UNITED WAY OF LEE, HENDRY, AND GLADES ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT 2023-2024 A letter from our Board Chair: United Way holds a special place in my heart because of the profound impact it has on our community and the lives of those in need. Being part of this organization allows me to
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United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties is excited to announce the rebranding of its United Way Houses to United Way Resiliency Hubs. This strategic transformation reflects a renewed commitment to strengthening families and individuals through comprehensive social service supports both year-round and in times of natural and man-made disasters. The 17 United Way
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FACES Empowering Communities F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva: The Mission of F.I.S.H. is to enrich the lives of all people in Sanibel and Captiva Islands by neighbors helping neighbors with social services, education, and assistance. Testimonial: Hurricane Ian devastated the Sanibel and Captiva Islands in 2022, destroying houses, vehicles, appliances, furniture, and personal treasures. F.I.S.H. partnered with