Gretchen Ceranic and Ruthie Teets recently attended the ReadingPals Celebration Dinner in Tampa hosted by The Children's Movement of Florida. 📚
The event brought together professionals from across the state who are dedicated to supporting children, families, schools, and volunteers through positive reading experiences. What stood out most was the passion and commitment each ReadingPals program manager brings to this important work and to strengthening communities across Florida. ❤️
One of our favorite annual events is the Judd Jog! 🏃♀️💙
We had an incredible time alongside all the runners, community members, and the amazing team at the Polk County Sheriff's Office who came out to support this special event. Proceeds from the run directly support our work in the community, helping us build a healthier, stronger, and more resilient Central Florida.
We are proud to partner with Sheriff Grady Judd and his team to make a lasting impact. Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and cheered us on! 👟✨
🎉 Happy Birthday to board member Brian Donnelly!
Brian is part of the Publix Super Markets team, the #1 global corporate partner of United Way, and brings that same spirit of service to everything he does. From his leadership on our board to his work with the Community Investment Team and as a ReadingPals volunteer, he continues to make a meaningful difference across our community.
We’re grateful to have you as part of the United Way of Central Florida family. Wishing you a fantastic birthday filled with celebration and all the joy you bring to others!
We’re expanding our impact and looking for a Director of Leadership Giving to help shape the future of philanthropy in Central Florida. 💙
This relationship-driven role leads affinity groups like Young Leaders Society and Women United, connecting passionate people to purpose and meaningful community change.
If you’re energized by people, purpose, and philanthropy, we’d love to connect.
👉 Apply at [email protected] or learn more at uwcf.org/careers
Only one week until our Annual Celebration! 🎉
Next Thursday, May 14, we will gather to celebrate the people and partnerships helping move Central Florida forward. Throughout the afternoon, we’ll highlight outstanding community leaders, dedicated supporters, and changemakers whose commitment is helping create brighter futures across our region.
We are honored to welcome special guest emcee Rondé Barber for this memorable celebration of impact.
Become a sponsor today and enjoy access to an exclusive pre-lunch meet and greet beginning at 10:30 a.m.
Main Event Doors Open | 11:30 a.m.
Lunch & Program | Noon
Register today: uwcf.org/heart
At the Annual Celebration, we will recognize individuals whose leadership and generosity are creating meaningful change in our community and honor those making a difference across Central Florida.
Join us on May 14 with special guest emcee Rondé Barber as we celebrate the impact we are making together. Become a sponsor today and enjoy an exclusive pre-lunch meet and greet at 10:30 a.m. Main event doors open at 11:30 a.m.
Register: uwcf.org/heart
Join YLS as we volunteer with UWCF partner, the Learning Resource Center of Polk County on May 18 at 5:30 p.m.
Founded in 1975 by the Junior League of Greater Lakeland, LRC began as a small volunteer-led effort and has grown into a countywide educational organization serving more than 3,500 students ages five through adult with the support of 500+ education professionals.
Come connect with fellow YLS members, give back, and support an organization making a lasting impact in our community.
Sign up: uwcf.org/YLSvolunteer
Real change doesn’t happen overnight; it happens step by step. Every volunteer hour. Every act of generosity. Every partnership.
Join us on May 14, with special guest emcee Rondé Barber, as we celebrate the momentum we’re building together. Sponsor today to join us for a pre-lunch meet and greet at 10:30 a.m. Main event doors open at 11:30 a.m.
Register: uwcf.org/heart
We’re proud to recognize ITW as a United Way of Central Florida Top Supporter.
As a global manufacturing leader with a legacy of innovation dating back to 1912, ITW continues to make an impact not only in business, but right here in our community. Through workplace giving, special events, and corporate support, ITW invests at the Community Advocates level, contributing between $15,000 and $29,999 to help strengthen Central Florida.
Recently, ITW hosted its Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser, bringing together 72 golfers at Cleveland Heights Golf Course for a day of fun and philanthropy. Their annual United Way Week features special events, a luncheon, and meaningful opportunities for employees to give back.
Thank you, ITW, for being a valued partner and helping create lasting change across Central Florida.
Congratulations to Jordan LeVine, Senior Director of Corporate Philanthropy, on graduating from the Polk County Sheriff’s Advisory Council!
Your commitment to strengthening relationships between our community and local leadership makes a lasting impact.
💙 564 volunteers. 35 projects. One incredible community.
Our Day of Caring in Highlands County showed the true power of coming together, neighbors helping neighbors and making a real impact.
🤝 Last week, Glades Electric had the privilege of participating in the United Way Highlands County Day of Caring to assist local non-profits with special projects. Our team of 9 worked @archboldstation to prepare trails for summer camp students who gain an invaluable experience in our unique scrub habitat each summer.
Our employees were part of the 564 people from across the county lending helping hands to our community’s non-profit organizations. We are grateful to the @uwcf for organizing this day that brings our community together to be Neighbors Helping Neighbors. 💚
📸: Rayb D Photography
