United Way Press Releases

The United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is seeking volunteers to help the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program during the 2027 filing season.

Community champions Joe Catti, Jim Nathan and Cliff Smith to chair campaign with goal to raise $10.4M

'One in a Million' campaign unites community to sustain critical programs and services across the region

United Way partners with the City of Allentown and in coordination with American Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter to provide direct assistance to those affected by the June 24 fire.

With summer in full swing, United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades, along with the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools are celebrating Lee County teachers.

Volunteers who contribute countless hours and dedication to United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades were honored at the organization's annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is partnering with Take Two Coffee to create a delicious new way for the community to give back.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades and the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels are teaming up to hit a home run for more than 90 partner agencies and over 260 programs supported by United Way.

The second annual Sanibel Captiva United Way Golf Tournament raised $18,600 to benefit United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades' mission. The funds go toward the Sanibel and Captiva community's goal to raise $746,426 in the 2025-26 United Way campaign.

The City of Sanibel, the City of Fort Myers and Lee County recently recognized Feb. 11 as 211 Day, acknowledging the vital work United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is doing through its 211 helpline.

Partnership converts on-court performance into meaningful community giving

The WeCare program run by United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades had more than 2,067 pro bono medical encounters with patients in need during 2025.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has received a charitable gift of $23,000 from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation to support Youth Summer Camp and Afterschool Programming through the YMCA in Hendry and Glades counties.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is ramping up its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in February to help low to moderate income households have their federal tax returns prepared and e-filed for free.

It was a battle for the ages at Bay Street Yard as the stars came out to raise money for United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades on Nov. 19. The family-friendly competition raised $37,805.53 for the 2025-2026 annual campaign.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades celebrated its 2025-26 Campaign Kickoff where United Way announced that 50.5% of their annual fundraising campaign goal of $11,512,716 has already been met.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is seeking residents of Southwest Florida eager to volunteer their time making a real difference in the community.

Local "celebrities" will mix it up Nov. 19 at the second annual Celebrity Bartender Battle, a family-friendly competition that raises money for United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades will kick off the Hendry and Glades portion of its 2025-26 annual campaign on Nov. 5 at the LaBelle Civic Center.

Tickets are now available for the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades 2025-26 Campaign Kickoff at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW in Fort Myers on Oct. 29.

New officers and new board members were elected at the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades annual meeting held on May 30.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has added to its services in Fort Myers at its three Community Partnership Schools.

Campaign's message of 'United We're Stronger' strengthens community

The inaugural Sanibel Captiva United Way Golf Tournament was an ace. The event, held earlier this year, collected $15,000 to benefit United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades.

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades and the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels are teaming up to hit a home run for United Way's more than 90 partner agencies and over 260 programs.

Donations to Proceed United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Tax season is here, and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is ready to help Southwest Florida residents keep more of their hard-earned money through its free tax filing assistance program.

Pacesetter companies ignite $11.3 million fundraising effort

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades invites the community to join them for an exciting evening of fun, friendly competition, and philanthropy at the upcoming Celebrity Bartender fundraiser on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 4 to 8 p.m.