United Way of Palm Beach County

10/20/2026

Building brighter futures starts with opening the right doors.

We were proud to join Florida Mentoring Network for the official ribbon cutting of its new Career Readiness Center, a space dedicated to equipping young people with the skills, mentorship, and resources to thrive in their future careers.

Congratulations to cofounders Thomas Rivera and Dr. Maribel Roman on this exciting milestone and their continued commitment to empowering the next generation!

10/19/2026

For 23 years, our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has helped individuals and families with low-to-moderate incomes file their taxes completely FREE!

Now, we’re looking for volunteers like YOU to help make this vital service possible. The best part? No prior tax experience is needed! We’ll provide all the training you need to get started.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up today at https://ow.ly/BhUr50ZZ1j2.

10/16/2026

For 139 years, United Way has been bringing people together to create lasting change.

Here in Palm Beach County, we’re proud to be part of this legacy, working alongside our community to build a brighter future for all.

Today marks 139 years of United Way.

What began as a community-led idea has grown into a global network built on a simple belief: we can do more together than any one person or organization can do alone.

This , we’re looking back with gratitude and looking ahead with purpose.

Across generations, the work has changed with community needs. The commitment has stayed the same: bringing people together to create lasting change.

10/16/2026

There’s so much to tip our hats to! Last night’s 10th Annual Nonprofits First Hats Off Awards celebrated the remarkable individuals and organizations making a difference throughout Palm Beach County.

Congratulations to our Women United Chair, Desiree Reavis, on being honored as Volunteer of the Year! Through her passion for bringing women together, empowering them to lift others up, and inspiring collective action, Desiree exemplifies the power of volunteerism and the lasting difference one person can make.

Brian Edwards, our SVP of Resource Development, was nominated for the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his decades of leadership and significant contributions to Palm Beach County’s nonprofit community. His career reflects an unwavering dedication to advancing our mission and supporting the organizations that help our community thrive.

We're also proud to celebrate Gary Lesser of Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel - Florida Injury Lawyers, a nominee for Community Hero. We are deeply grateful for his generosity and steadfast partnership with United Way of Palm Beach County, and his continued commitment to strengthening our community.

Join us in celebrating Desiree, Brian, and Gary for their outstanding contributions and well-deserved recognition!

10/15/2026

36 years of neighbors helping neighbors. And we’re just getting started!

Our 36th Annual Project Thanksgiving is officially underway! In partnership with CBS 12 News, the Palm Beach County Food Bank, and iTHINK Financial, we’re rallying our community to help make the holiday season a little brighter for local families.

Our President & CEO, Dr. Laurie George, recently joined CBS 12 News to share why this longtime tradition matters now more than ever.

Watch her interview below, then join us in making a difference! Over the coming weeks, we’re collecting food and donations to help ensure more families across Palm Beach County have a holiday meal to share. Let’s make sure no family is forgotten this Thanksgiving.

Learn more about Project Thanksgiving at https://ow.ly/hMxR50ZY23A.

10/13/2026

What happens when you combine a delightful story, creative activities, and dedicated volunteers? You get literacy kits that turn story time into an adventure!

Our community volunteers brought "Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type" to life with fun props and hands-on activities that spark curiosity, inspire imagination, and help children and parents discover the joy of reading together.

Now, these kits are ready to reach local children through United Way-funded agencies, bringing opportunities for laughter, discovery, and a love of reading that can grow with every page.

Want to join our next literacy kit project? Learn more here: https://ow.ly/lxAg50ZXlch

10/12/2026

Our UWPBC team members joined forces with Feeding Dreams to pack Weekend Backpacks for students at Roosevelt Elementary School.

Filled with snacks and easy-to-prepare meals for the whole family, these backpacks help bridge the 68-hour hunger gap by providing extra nourishment for students and their families over the weekend. Because every child deserves to head into the weekend with one less thing to worry about.

Thank you to everyone helping nourish our community, one backpack at a time!

10/10/2026

Wishing safety and strength to our northern neighbors impacted by this storm.
Our hearts are with you. ❤️

We live where we serve. So when disaster hits, it hits home.

As communities face Hurricane Isaias, United Way stands ready to respond.

We’re here before the storm, through the response and throughout recovery. Long after the headlines fade, we’re still working alongside our neighbors to rebuild stronger.

Your gift helps make that lasting support possible.

🔗 Give today for a stronger tomorrow: https://untdwy.org/477Q4g3

10/09/2026

Cozy up with a cup of something special this fall!

Now through November 30, every sip of Johan's Joe's Spiced Pear Chai Tea does a little good. A portion of the proceeds will benefit MISSION UNITED, helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of local veterans and their families. 🇺🇸

Learn more about MISSION UNITED at https://ow.ly/n2p950X7nvu.

10/07/2026

Pouring. Packing. Boxing. Giving back.

Our Hunger Heroes from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Air Communities, Everon, and our community got to work at the Palm Beach County Food Bank packing beans and filling Weekend Backpacks with nutritious food and snacks for local students.

Each backpack helps bridge the 68-hour hunger gap between school meals, helping ensure children have food to count on over the weekend and return to class Monday nourished and ready to learn.

Because when we come together, we can help make sure no child has to learn on an empty stomach.