United Way of Central Florida is excited to announce our 2021/2022 funded services.

Recently, UWCF announced a record-breaking fundraising effort, with $10.3 million raised to support our seven initiatives and $13.6 million received for COVID-19 relief.

The money raised is allocated to services within Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties that focus on the areas of Early Childhood Education, Academic Achievement, Community Partnership School, Financial Stability, Health, Ending Hunger and Basic Needs.

Community Investment Team volunteers confirm that the current services UWCF purchases are the best use of our donors’ investments. Teams make informed funding recommendations that help kids succeed in school, provide financial stability resources for individuals and families, and give everyone in our community access to services that meet their health needs.

Each team is comprised of diverse individuals with a combination of the following skills: strategic thinking, outcome measurement, community leadership and financial expertise. All team members personally review and score funding applications from local agencies. Teams also meet with experts in the field, participate in a group discussion and develop an informed, consensus-based recommendation.

The Community Investment process ensures wise investment of hard-earned dollars contributed to our campaign.

Below is a list of all of the 2021/2022 services purchased to improve lives and strengthen our community.