MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Greetings!

Storm season is officially upon us as we move further into the summer, and even though the forecast looks moderate, it's still important to be prepared. Recently, I sat down with meteorologist Dr. Ryan Truchelut for "Our Issues Tallahassee" to discuss what kind of storm season the Big Bend can expect this year. Stay tuned to wtwc40.com for the episode, and start thinking about your inclement weather plan!

As summer continues, we're looking ahead to our Annual Community Meeting and the launch of our 2026-27 campaign. Returning to the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center Arena, the Annual Community Meeting is a fantastic event for networking, learning more about the work we do in the Big Bend, and gathering ideas for your next successful workplace campaign! If you're interested in sponsoring this exciting event, head to our Annual Community Meeting section below for more information.

Thank you,

STORM SEASON IS HERE, ARE YOU READY?

Don't miss our first update of Hurricane Season! UWBB President & CEO Berneice Cox sat down with meteorologist Dr. Ryan Truchelut from WeatherTiger to discuss the upcoming storm season and what the Big Bend can expect. Stay tuned to wtwc40.com for the episode!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE 2026 ANNUAL COMMUNITY MEETING IS COMING SOON!

It's time to block off those calendars! Our Annual Community Meeting returns August 25th, 2026 to the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center Arena! For sponsorship information, please head to the link below or contact Caylie Atkins at caylie@uwbb.org.

WELCOME, NEW BOARD MEMBERS!

This year, we're excited to welcome eight new members to the United Way of the Big Bend Board of Directors! Representing diverse interests, viewpoints, and locations throughout the Big Bend, we are honored to welcome these individuals to our board as they champion our community and neighbors. Congratulations and welcome!

UWBB ATTENDS 2026 PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S FORUM HOSTED BY THE TALLAHASSEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

UWBB team members Angela Gibbs, Caylie Atkins, and Berniece Cox attended Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce's Professional Women's Forum this month. Attendees heard from Dr. Ashlee Fontes, Founder & CEO of TLH Reckoning, on her experiences as a professional and trailblazer in women's sports.

QUARTERLY TAYLOR COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON SPONSORED BY DUKE ENERGY

Joined by FL State Representative Jason Shoaf and UWBB Board Member Scott Mixon from Duke Energy, UWBB President & CEO Berneice Cox attended Taylor County Chamber of Commerce's quarterly luncheon. Representative Shoaf provided a legislative update.

JOIN MATHPALS TODAY!

MathPals creates a creative and encouraging environment for learning math by matching caring mentors one-to-one with students who are in need of extra help developing essential mathematical skills.

We're looking to make the 2026-27 school year our most successful ever! To learn more about MathPals, click the button below for signup and other program information.

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