We are incredibly grateful to TeamFootWorks for teaming up with us as the official charity partner of the 2026 Lexus Corporate Run. Our community’s enthusiastic participation in this year’s race and commitment to joining us on the pavement truly aligns with our work to promote a healthier, more active Miami for all our residents. It is through the collective energy of partners like you that we continue to build a stronger, more vibrant community and we thank you for your continued support and dedication to wellness.

Thank you for visiting our selfie booth!

With many of our neighbors experiencing financial hardship this holiday season, let’s help make their celebrations merry and bright! 

Join us for United Way Miami’s annual Holiday Drive and help us bring joy to our community’s children. 

We aim to provide 1,200 holiday gifts to families served by the United Way Center for Excellence in Early Education, United Way Center for Financial Stability, MissionUnited, Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership and various partner agencies throughout Miami-Dade County. 

Help us spread holiday cheer in our community during this season of giving!  

See the various ways you can get involved below, and please contact events@unitedwaymiami.org or 305-646-7028 for more information.

Please refrain from purchasing any toys that stimulate weapons or may depict themes of violence. Broken or used toys will not be accepted.

Here’s your chance to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the Magic City into a global tech powerhouse!

On Thursday, October 30 for our Young Leaders Luncheon with Leaders—AI In Miami: Innovation and Responsible Growth.

Connect with leading innovators and fellow young professionals as we dive into AI’s role in transforming industries from fintech to hospitality. Discover practical tools to boost your career, while learning how to help build a more inclusive and ethical AI future.

We’re grateful to Verizon for supporting this conversation and advancing innovation in Miami through their Skill Forward Program, which unlocks free learning and industry-recognized credentials in fields like artificial intelligence. See how to get started at edx.org/verizon.

Young Leaders is an engaged group of young professionals, 45 and younger, who are dedicated to building a stronger Miami. For more information about this event and how to join, please contact youngleaders@unitedwaymiami.org.

The Amerant Bank 5K welcomes runners, walkers and wellness enthusiasts of all ages to unite for a day filled with fitness, fun and community spirit in Coral Gables. As participants navigate through the charming streets of Coral Gables and the surrounding areas, they will celebrate health, well-being and the power of philanthropy. United Way Miami has been a leader in Miami-Dade’s nonprofit community for more than 100 years. This event reflects United Way Miami’s long commitment to improving lives across Miami-Dade County. Through our Health & Wellbeing pillar, we strived to promote healthier lifestyles and ensure access to vital resources are within reach for every resident. Proceeds from the Amerant Bank 5K will directly support United Way Miami’s work. These funds will drive nearly 100 programs that positively impact more than 242,000 individuals and families annually, providing lasting services that help families thrive.

For more information, please contact events@unitedwaymiami.org or 305-646-7028.

As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families in our community are facing the reality of celebrating without a holiday meal. Together, we can change that. Our goal is to provide more than 1,000 Thanksgiving meal kits to families who turn to United Way and our partners for support.

Your support, whether in the form of sponsorship, food items or monetary donation, will help provide Thanksgiving meal kits to families served by the United Way Center for Excellence in Early Education, United Way Center for Financial Stability, MISSION UNITED, Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership and various partner agencies throughout Miami-Dade County.

See the various ways you can get involved below, and please contact events@unitedwaymiami.org or 305-646-7028 for more information.

On Thursday, November 6, we will host a Women United Let’s Do Lunch, AI Unlocked: Women Leading the Way. A thought-provoking lunch conversation awaits as we tap into the evolving role of AI and its impact on women’s lives.

From advancing health outcomes to shaping professional growth and personal empowerment, discover how women are leveraging AI across every facet of life. Connect with leaders, innovators and peers as we explore opportunities, challenges and future technology through a women-focused perspective.

Women United is a circle of purpose-driven women, passionate about making a difference through philanthropy and service.

For more information on how to join, or to sponsor the event, please contact womenunited@unitedwaymiami.org.

Tocqueville Society honors Melly and Robert E. Sanchez, recipients of the 2026 Tocqueville Award for Outstanding Philanthropy; Marcel G. Laniado, recipient of the United Way Miami Next-Gen Philanthropist Award; and Don Soffer, recipient of the Legacy of Philanthropy – awarded posthumously.

The Tocqueville Grand Reception is exclusively for Tocqueville Society donors and by invitation only. 

To learn more, please contact tocqueville@unitedwaymiami.org.

Join us for the 9th annual Young Leaders BYOB, this year with a bold new “REMIX!” Set during one of Miami’s most art-filled weekends, this reimagined signature brunch brings a creative twist with immersive activation stations designed to inspire and connect. You’ll mix and mingle with fellow Young Leaders while enjoying hands-on “Build Your Own” experiences, a curated buffet, live chef demonstrations and more, all infused with the vibrant energy of Miami’s artistic spirit.

You won’t want to miss this year’s interactive highlight – a live art experience with Miami’s legendary graffiti artist, Atomik. Guests can purchase tickets to collaborate with Atomik on an original art piece, take a photo together, receive a signed collectible postcard, and even win one of four canvases created live during the event. Complementing this exclusive experience, our exciting live and silent auctions will feature unique items and packages you won’t find anywhere else!

Our 2025 BYOB Remix is a celebration of leadership and the power of giving back, set against the bright, vibrant backdrop of local art. We can’t wait to see you for brunch!

If you are a Young Leader, please contact youngleaders@unitedwaymiami.org to access your discounted ticket.

Sponsorship Information

Sponsorships are available from $5,000 – $25,000

For sponsorship or registration information, please contact youngleaders@unitedwaymiami.org.

United Way Young Leaders is an engaged group of young professionals, 45 and younger, who are dedicated to building a stronger Miami.

Event Co-Chairs:

Michael Acosta, Octa Ventures

Margarita Kruyff, Ryder System, Inc.

Young Leaders Co-Chairs:

Jess Elias, JHE Consulting

Dain de Souza, de Souza Legal, P.A.

Host Committee:

Monica Barraza, Bank of America

Krysten Casabielle, Chemistry Cultura

Matthew Cohen, Atlantic Pacific Companies

Raymond Dueñas, Miami Herald

Jake Freeman, Colliers

Kristy Garcia, Azamara

Zac Graber, Royal Caribbean

Rebecca Greenwald, Holland & Knight

Austin Hollo, Florida East Coast Realty

Marcel Laniado, JP Morgan

Cate McDonald, Chatham Imports

Eric Milton, United Property Management

Tony Perez, Miami Heat

John Raine, City National Bank

David Resnick, Bilzin Sumberg

Bryan Simon, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Auctioneers:

Rush Norton, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Tony Perez, Miami Heat 

On Wednesday, November 12, we will gather associates from Miami’s top law firms and other leaders of the local legal landscape, including in-house counsels and judges. This exclusive networking social event presents the opportunity to foster professional connections, encourages knowledge sharing and builds community around a common cause – giving back.

This event is by invitation only.

For more information about this event, please contact us at events@unitedwaymiami.org.

On Wednesday, October 29, we will hold a candid conversation on the realities of scaling a small business – the triumphs, trials and everything in between. Hear from entrepreneurs who have navigated both success and setbacks, gaining insights to share.

Our guest speakers include:

• Nic Bustle, Executive Vice President & Chief Lending Officer at U.S. Century Bank
• Marcie Gregorio, Founder & CEO at Worldwide Title
• Emi Guerra, Co-Founder at Breakwater Hospitality Group
• Jesus Padilla, Assistant Director at the Florida Small Business Development Center at FIU | Florida International University.

Small Business United is a diverse group of business owners cultivating change in Miami through leadership and innovation.

For more information about this event, email smallbusinessunited@unitedwaymiami.org.