Nonprofit Advocacy Training Empowers Indian River County Leaders to Drive Positive Change
United Way of Indian River County, in collaboration with the Indian River Community Foundation, recently organized a comprehensive training session aimed at equipping the over 50 local nonprofit and community leaders in attendance with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective advocacy. The event featured guidance from Leah Donelan McDermott, Program Manager at the Florida […]
United Way of Indian River County Presents Inaugural Wiffle Palooza Wiffle Ball Tournament, Swinging for a Brighter Future
United Way of Indian River County is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Wiffle Palooza Wiffle Ball Tournament, bringing the community together for a day of spirited competition and camaraderie, all in support of a brighter, better future. Event Details: Wiffle Palooza Wiffle Ball Tournament Date: Saturday, January 13 Time: 10 AM […]
United Way’s Powered by Purpose Speaker Series Addresses Critical Needs for Florida Veterans
In a heartfelt initiative to educate the community, United Way’s Powered by Purpose Speaker Series aims to bring issues facing the community to light. CEO Meredith Egan, a passionate advocate and recent spouse of a veteran, shared that 29% of all veterans living in Florida are classified as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed). Recognizing […]
Innovative Legal Self Help Centers Now Open at Two Locations in Indian River County
A groundbreaking initiative was unveiled today/last week to address the pressing need for supportive legal services in our community. United Way of Indian River County in collaboration with the Clerk of Court, local judges, court administration, and county government proudly held a ribbon cutting event for the Jeffrey R. Smith Access to Justice Self Help […]
Savor the Season with United Way’s Annual Citrus Sale
Embrace the spirit of giving this holiday season by participating in the eagerly awaited United Way Citrus Sale. Local citrus growers and packers are generously contributing their renowned Indian River citrus to support the impactful community initiatives spearheaded by United Way of Indian River County. Running from Monday, November 27, 2023, starting at 9:00 […]
United Way Seeks Volunteers to Assist in Free Tax Preparation
United Way of Indian River County seeks volunteers to prepare tax returns for individuals and families with low to moderate incomes through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. VITA services will be offered at multiple locations across Indian River County. VITA volunteers do more than prepare people’s taxes. They play a critical role […]
United Way’s Powered By Purpose Series Commences with “Meet the Funders” Event
United Way of Indian River County recently orchestrated a dynamic gathering, uniting local funders and nonprofit professionals for an enlightening session spotlighting grant opportunities available to nonprofits dedicated to enhancing our local community. The Powered by Purpose series brings together esteemed community leaders and subject-matter experts who share insights on various topics of significance. […]
Volunteers Unite for United Way’s 28th Annual Day of Caring
The Indian River County community rallied together once again for a day of giving back, as United Way’s 28th Annual Day of Caring took place on Saturday, October 21, 2023. As the largest one-day service event on the Treasure Coast, the event brought together an impressive assembly of volunteers, nonprofits, and organizations, all dedicated to […]
United Way of Indian River County’s Annual Community Leaders’ Breakfast Draws 150 Distinguished Guests
On Thursday, October 12th, United Way of Indian River County held its highly anticipated annual Community Leaders’ Breakfast, gathering a diverse group of 150 attendees, including community leaders, business owners, nonprofit executives, and friendly faces. The event, hosted at the beautiful Quail Valley, was generously sponsored by Seacoast Bank and SouthState Bank. The highlight of […]
Innovative Collaboration for Access to Justice Initiative in Indian River County
The United Way of Indian River County (UW) and the John’s Island Community Service League (JICSL) have launched an innovative collaboration with our Clerk of Court, court administration, county government, and local attorneys to address the need for supportive legal services in Indian River County. This transformative initiative, aptly named Access to Justice, aims to […]
