Entries by Katherine Fitzwater

Celebrating Children’s Day at the Capitol: A Magical Day of Learning, Advocacy, and Connection

Each year, Children’s Day at the Capitol brings together thousands of young minds, passionate advocates, and community leaders in a collective effort to celebrate, educate, and inspire. This year, approximately 3,000 children filled the halls of the Florida Capitol, turning the space into a vibrant hub of creativity and possibility. Among them was United Way […]

Highlands County Day of Caring 2025

Individuals and organizations from across Highlands County came together on April 10 for United Way of Central Florida’s Day of Caring, an annual event where volunteers participate in projects that make a significant impact on the local community.  This year, over 350 volunteers rolled up their sleeves to help local nonprofits by cleaning parks, sanitizing […]

UWCF Recognizes the Vital Community Hotline on National 211 Day

Today, February 11th (2/11), marks National 211 Day-an annual observance celebrating the vital 24/7, three-digit (2-1-1) resource that connects millions of people in the U.S. and Canada with critical community services. This includes residents in Polk, Hardee, and Highlands counties. For over 40 years, 211 has served as a lifeline, connecting individuals to resources and […]