United Way Notes: A life saving story you can't miss
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A recent caller to the Florida Veterans Support Line, powered locally by United Way of West Florida, says he was within "inches" of considering taking his own life.
But the connection and camaraderie he felt from the Veteran Care Coordinator on the other end of the line kept him alive.
It started with family problems that left this Army Veteran living in his truck and alone. He couldn't see a path forward. But the Florida Veterans Support Line team wasn't going to let him give up. |
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| 3 WAYS TO HELP US STUFF THE BUS! |
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You can help us make sure students in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties are equipped with the tools they need to succeed this school year! This is the only school supply drive supported by both local school districts.
Drop Off School Supplies
Hold your own school supply drive. Or drop by one of our participating Wal Mart locations on July 21 to purchase or drop off supplies.
Make a Gift
Can't make it to one of the drop-off spots? Make a gift and let the schools get exactly what their students need. You can give at uwwf.org/school850 or by texting SCHOOL850 to 44321. Every item and dollar donated will go directly to Escambia and Santa Rosa counties' school districts. Monetary gifts will be used strictly by the school districts to purchase supplies.
Volunteer
You can volunteer to support Stuff The Bus with various tasks like sorting, packing, and more! Volunteers are essential to Stuff the Bus. |
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Drop Off Locations
Wal Marts
- 4965 US-90, Milton
- 9360 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre
- 2951 S. Blue Angel Pkwy, Pensacola
- 2650 Creighton Rd, Pensacola
- 4600 Mobile Hwy Ste. 122, Pensacola
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| GET CONNECTED LEARNING LABS |
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These learning labs are a chance for you to get one-on-one help with United Way of West Florida's virtual volunteer platform, Get Connected.
Whether you are an agency looking for volunteers or a volunteer looking for opportunities, these learning labs will help you use Get Connected to meet your needs.
Learning Labs begin tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. and run through September. These are hybrid events. You can join us in person at the UWWF Community Room (1301 W. Government) or virtually.
Each Learning Lab is a come-and-go event, so you can drop in any time between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. |
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The economic impact of our VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program is nearing $1 million dollars! That includes more than $806,000 in refunds and around $114,000 tax prep savings.
It's not too late to get help! VITA volunteers are still processing returns for free one day a month through September.
Dates
June 15, July 20, August 17, and September 21
Your annual income must be $60,000 a year or less to qualify for assistance. |
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Kate Williams just joined UWWF's Development Team as the Development Specialist!
Kate was previously a 211 Northwest Florida Team member and helped direct our neighbors to community resources and assistance.
Join us in welcoming her into this new role. We can’t wait to see how she will help our neighbors next! |
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BORN LEARNING TRAIL
RIBBON CUTTING |
It was an exciting ribbon cutting at the newest Born Learning Trail at Highland Terrace Park.
The Leadership Pensacola Class of 2022 built three trails- Chimes Way Park, Morris Court Park, and this one.
Find your nearest Born Learning Trail at uwwf.org/born-learning. |
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THANKFUL
THURSDAY |
A big thanks to Alga Beer Co. for hosting United Way of West Florida for Thankful Thursday!
There was a great crowd and it was fun to share a little about UWWF during the event.
We appreciate everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with us! |
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GULF COAST
CULTURE FEST |
Thanks to Calvin Griffin and the crew at Gulf Coast Culture Fest for choosing United Way of West Florida as the non-profit beneficiary of this fantastic event.
We had a great time meeting people and celebrating the diverse cultures that make up our community! |
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Save the date for these upcoming events! More information to come soon.
Annual Meeting
August 11, 2022
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
University of West Florida Conference Center |
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Campaign Kickoff
September 15, 2022
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Santa Rosa County Auditorium |
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Contact:Laura Gilliam, CEOlaura.gilliam@uwwf.org, (850) 434-3157