30th Day of Caring

Presented by Office Pride of Pensacola

VOLUNTEERS MAKE A HUGE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY FOR THE 30TH DAY OF CARING

United Way of West Florida has once again completed the largest day of Volunteerism in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The 30^th Day of Caring event, presented by Office Pride of Pensacola, was held on October 20^th and made a huge impact on the community.

Hundreds of volunteers rolled up their sleeves and completed service projects at nonprofit agencies and schools across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. This year, 728 volunteers showed up and completed over 68 projects with a total of 3,108 hours of work ranging from yard work, food service at shelters, reading to children, painting walls, and even building homes. The value of their donated time is estimated to have a $98,834.40 impact on our community.

“We are so thankful to live in such a kind and caring community,” said Laura Gilliam, United Way of West Florida President, and CEO. “The heart and sweat these volunteers put into the 30^th Day of Caring makes a huge difference for local nonprofits and our neighbors they serve”.

The 30^th Day of Caring would not have been possible without the generosity and support of our sponsors. The 30^th Day of Caring is presented by, Office Pride of Pensacola, and sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union, SouthState Bank, Gulf Winds Bank, Cox.

Over the past 30 years, United Way of West Florida has coordinated 28,754 volunteers to complete 2,640 projects across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

Check out uwwf.org/doc30 for the gallery.

Thank you to our Day of Caring Sponsors!

SAVE THE DATE

NEW INFORMATION

Help ReVITAlize our community!

Provide free tax preparation assistance to families and individuals with low to moderate incomes and keep dollars in their pockets and in our community!

No prior experience is necessary to become a volunteer, free training will be provided, and you be guided through the experience!

Get started at uwwf.org/vita.

Up Coming RSVP Events!

Are you 55 or better looking to volunteer?

Our RSVP program is recruiting volunteers. We have some upcoming orientations in November and a Snacking with Seniors!

Visit uwwf.org/rsvp-events to check it out!

UWWF is hiring!

Join the United Way of West Florida team and help fight for a healthier, stronger community!

Development Manager

Florida Veteran Support Line Care Coordinator

211 Information and Referral/ Crisis Call Specialist

For more information, please visit our website at:

www.uwwf.org/career-opportunities

IN OUR COMMUNITY

Thank you to our Presenting Day of Caring Sponsor, Office Pride of Pensacola!

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Office Pride of Pensacola for sponsoring the 30th Day of Caring held on October 20th, 2023. 728 volunteers completed 68 projects this year and we couldn't have done it without their support.

DOC30 was also sponsored by:

SouthState Bank, Gulf Winds Credit Union, Navy Federal Credit Union. and COX.

PNJ Born Learning Trail

United Way of West Florida is thrilled to announce the unveiling of the newest Born Learning Trail at Bayview Park, a community-driven initiative aimed at enhancing early childhood development.

Spearheaded by ReadyKids! during our 30^th Day of Caring event and made possible by United Way of West Florida, Pensacola News Journal, City of Pensacola Parks & Recreation, and the Sunstone Project, this project represents a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for children in our community.

Point in Time Count (PIT) and Survey 2024 with Opening Doors

The Point in Time Count (PIT) and Survey is an annual event providing a snapshot of homelessness in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

The data collected during this event helps secure funding for vital resources, informs policy at federal and local levels, and guides how our community allocates resources.

Volunteers will be asked to use their mobile phone or tablet during PIT. Volunteer shifts are 2-4 hours long. All Volunteers are required to attend a 1-hour training session before January 22, 2024. Click here to learn more.

Community Employment Opportunities

Are you or someone you know looking for employment or pondering a career change?

Visit our job opportunities page for information about open positions at nonprofit organizations in our community.

Meet Mal

Avalon “Mal” Mallory is a strong supporter of suicide awareness and prevention. In both their personal and professional life, Mal has dedicated themselves to working with people in mental health crises.

In their personal life, Mal has had lived experience in working with people in crisis. They have seen the real-life impact of how suicide can impact a person and the impact it can have on a community. As a queer person, they have seen how things can weigh on a person and how important it is to have connections with others.

In their professional life, Mal is an advocate and trainer. While they were at Florida State University for their undergrad, they started volunteering at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and found their passion... Read more...

NEED HELP? CONNECT TODAY.

211 Northwest Florida is an information and referral service that provides one-stop connections to community resources and services.

Dial 211 to get connected

The Florida Veterans Support Line provides veterans and their loved ones the opportunity to speak with fellow veterans.

Call 1-844-MYFLVET

(693-5838)

988 is a suicide and crisis lifeline. This helpline provides 24-hour-a-day, confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.

Call 988 to get help today

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

United Way of West Florida | uwwf.org