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Today, we proudly launch our annual community campaign, We're HERE, marking a significant milestone as we evolve our brand and step boldly into our next century of service! At the core of this campaign is our renewed commitment to the community, with our Core Four pillars Health & Wellbeing, Education, Resilient Communities and Economic Mobility.
With nearly 500,000 Miami-Dade households either in poverty or just one emergency away, here is a glimpse at how the Core Four elevated lives over the past year:
• Health & Wellbeing: 43,426 individuals accessed vital health and wellness services.
• Education: 7,176 young children received quality early education.
• Resilient Communities: 76,000 calls were answered by compassionate staff at 211.
• Economic Mobility: 107,919 individuals received support for financial stability.
Your support has the power to change lives, and I'd like to introduce you to someone whose journey has been profoundly impacted by your generosity. Meet Beryl, a 28-year-old from Kenya who is soaring to new heights in aviation with the Barrington Irving Technical Training School, thanks to United Way Miami's workforce fund, UpSkill Miami. In an industry where only 20% of the workforce is female, Beryl is preparing to make her mark in Miami, where the demand for skilled workers is high.
Watch the video below to hear more from Beryl and others whose lives have been transformed by United Way Miami.
We could only achieve this impact with the time, talent and unwavering dedication of our generous donors, giving communities and volunteers.
Let's continue to make a positive impact that lasts. Thank you for being HERE with us!
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Symeria T. Hudson
President and CEO, United Way Miami
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Imagine the Impact You Will Make
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For 100 years, we've been HERE in our community—leading with our hearts, looking out for our neighbors, and bringing out the good in each other. Today, as we launch our annual community campaign, let's unite to showcase how we're building a stronger Miami together. Use our new hashtag, #WereHereMiami, on your social media channels to celebrate and support our mission.
Download our social media graphics and sample captions below and get social today!
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Meet Our 2024-2025 ‘We’re HERE’ Annual Community Campaign Co-Chairs and Cabinet
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Returning as co-chair, we're excited to welcome back Felipe Basulto, market president – South Florida retail banking at TD Bank, and introduce Madeline Pumariega, president of Miami Dade College, in her first year as co-chair.
As passionate volunteers and supporters, Felipe and Madeline will lead the charge for the United Way Miami annual community campaign, our key engagement strategy since its inception in 1941—over 80 years ago. Last year, more than 80 organizations participated in our campaign, showcasing our community's widespread support and dedication.
Together, we will inspire hundreds of workplaces, employees and thousands of individual supporters to create a lasting positive impact as we continue to strengthen our Core Four pillars and step into our next century of service.
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Make an Impact This Thanksgiving: Join Our Annual Drive
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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and celebration, and we want to ensure everyone can enjoy a special meal. United Way Miami is excited to organize our annual Thanksgiving Drive, and we invite you to participate!
Help us reach our goal of providing more than 1,000 Thanksgiving meal kits to families across Miami-Dade. Efforts are underway now until Monday, November 16. Your support—whether through sponsorship, food items or monetary donations—will help us make an impact this holiday season. Join us in spreading joy and ensuring everyone can celebrate with a memorable Thanksgiving meal!
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Join Us for the 6th Annual Women United Bingo & Bubbles
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Get ready for an evening of fun, bubbles and bingo with a twist at the 6th Annual Women United Bingo & Bubbles event on Saturday, October 19! Connect with United Way's Women United supporters as we mingle and have a chance to win exciting raffle prizes.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our community and the impactful work of Women United, a dedicated circle of women committed to making a difference through philanthropy and service. Don't miss out on the fun—mark your calendar and join us for a memorable night!
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Helping Seniors Thrive in Our Community
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In honor of National Senior Citizens Day on August 21, we're proud to highlight how our Health & Wellbeing pillar, one of our Core Four, is making a difference for older adults in our community. Through our partnership with SingleCare, United Way Miami helps seniors access essential medications at a reduced cost, ensuring they can manage their health without the burden of high prescription prices. Over the past 16 years, this partnership has filled more than 555,000 prescriptions, saving older adults and others in our community more than $22 million. By providing these critical savings, we're helping our seniors live healthier, more secure lives.
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Back-to-School: Discover Our CEO’s Insights on the Power of Education
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In her latest blog, our President and CEO, Symeria Hudson, delves into the transformative power of education, one of our Core Four pillars. She reflects on education's vital role in empowering individuals and shaping stronger communities. The blog highlights the importance of supporting students and teachers alike as they begin a new school year. Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS), one of our largest Employee Giving Campaign partners, has been integral to our success, raising more than $1.2 million this year and helping us reach even more students and teachers.
As we embark on a new school year, we're proud to share that our 2024 Back-to-School Drive was a tremendous success. Thanks to over 330 volunteer hours, we provided more than 1,000 children with essential supplies, ensuring they have the tools they need to excel academically.
Read the full blog to learn more about our commitment to education and how we're making a difference.
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Building Resilient Communities for 100 years
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As we mark 100 years of service, we're proud to showcase our Resilient Communities pillar, reaffirming our deep-rooted commitment to fostering strong, safe neighborhoods. A key initiative under this pillar is our $100,000-plus annual investment in drowning prevention over the next three years, which will save countless young lives.
United Way Miami has joined forces with Miami-Dade County's top public and private sector organizations in the Zero Drownings Miami-Dade initiative, which aims to reach 20,000 children annually. This critical program addresses the leading cause of death among children ages 1 - 9 in Miami-Dade—drowning.
Zero Drownings Miami-Dade will provide free swimming lessons for 4-year-olds and 5-year-olds, integrate water safety education for families and launch a communitywide water safety campaign. We're proud to be part of this vital initiative, which embodies the spirit of our Resilient Communities pillar.
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A Day of Impact with United Way Miami and BITTS
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On Wednesday, August 21, United Way Miami had a day filled with impactful moments at the Barrington Irving Technical Training School (BITTS)! We began with a professional development workshop, where UpSkill Miami students engaged in mock interviews, paving the way for their future success.
The excitement continued as we took the spotlight on NBC 6 South Florida. News Anchor Jawan Strader, President & CEO Symeria Hudson, Captain Barrington Irving and Vontre, a recent UpSkill Miami graduate, showcased the incredible progress made through our program. Thanks to his aviation maintenance training, Vontre is now thriving in one of Miami's top industries.
Through United Way Miami's core pillar, Economic Mobility, we offer wrap-around services, including mentorship, financial literacy education, and ongoing support, to ensure long-term success for individuals like Vontre. We're proud of the strides being made and grateful for the continued support from our community.
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