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Central Texas Flooding: Response and Recovery Resources

Our hearts are with our neighbors across Central Texas who have been impacted by the devastating floods in Kerrville and the Texas Hill Country.

We stand in solidarity with the families and communities affected by this tragedy. For those able to help, we’ve compiled a list of vetted organizations providing relief in the region. As our communities come together and new support efforts emerge, we will continue updating this resource.

A Call for Prevention in Florida’s Mental Health Crisis

At United Way of Broward County’s 10th Annual South Florida Behavioral Health Conference, former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy urged “If you don’t start treating someone until it’s stage 4, it makes recovery a lot more difficult — just as it would be if it were cancer or any other illness.” Read the full article in the South Florida Sun Sentinel by Cindy Krischer Goodman. 

Koze Sou Sante Mantal: Strengthening Community Wellness

Join us for the 2nd Annual Koze Sou Sante Mantal Symposium on Saturday, July 26 from 11:30am to 4pm at the Pompano Cultural Arts Center. This free, Creole-speaking event focuses on breaking stigmas around mental health and substance use while connecting attendees with trusted resources, local leaders, and culturally relevant support. 

YLI 2025: Leadership Today and for the Future

United Way of Broward County’s Broward Youth Coalition hosted its annual two-day Youth Leadership Institute for middle and high school students. Day 1 was held virtually with games, mindfulness, and a message from Stichciz, a dynamic youth advocate and iHeartMedia’s 103.5 Beat radio personality. Day 2 brought students together in person for a high-impact day featuring Emmy-nominated singer/songwriter Alexander Star and transformative speaker Renee Hope Cooper.

8 Ways to Be Hurricane Ready in Broward County

Hurricane season is here — are you prepared? From building emergency kits to understanding evacuation zones, United Way of Broward County outlines essential tips to keep you and your family safe. Read the blog and take action today to be ready for whatever the next storm brings.

Backpack Drive for Veteran Families

Backpack Broward is a drive-thru distribution event hosted by United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED to provide backpacks and school supplies to children in Veteran, Active Military, National Guard, and Reserve families — ensuring they start the school year confident and prepared. Donations are accepted through July 25. Click here to donate. 

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United Way of Broward County fights for the Health, Education, and Financial Prosperity of EVERY person in our community.

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HEALTH

Ensuring people have the opportunity to achieve optimal health

  • 100% expressed improved social support
  • 100% expressed improved mental and physical health
  • 82% expressed increased access to healthcare

EDUCATION

Helping people achieve their greatest potential through learning and leadership programs

  • 93.2% increased their STEM/STEAM knowledge
  • 100% expressed improvement in maladaptive behaviors
  • 98.1% improved their social skills and self-esteem

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Empowering people to earn, keep and grow assets

  • 95.8% increased their level of self-sufficiency in income
  • 99% increased their level of self-sufficiency in access to food
  • 100% of those placed in a job retained their employment
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Charlotte and Charles Hunt

Senior Success: MISSION UNITED Uplifts Veteran Couple One Couple’s Journey in Securing Affordable Housing   Charlotte and Charles have been married for 50 years, and now in their 70s, this Veteran household began to have

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Anne-Marie Dempster

Project Lifeline: The Heartbeat of Broward’s Food Assistance Empowered by Gratitude: Client Becomes a Volunteer   “I have one son and several nieces and nephews in our home, and the cost for healthy foods has

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Richard

ReadingPals: Empowering Young Minds, Building Bright Futures Richard Is One of Broward’s Storytelling Stars! “I have been a volunteer with ReadingPals since 2021, and I have had so many meaningful experiences,” says Richard, a volunteer/mentor

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