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October 2025 News

Our Campaign Launched June 1: Your Gift. Their Future. United is the Way.

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Grace in Action - Volunteers Needed

Be Part of VITA's Impact

By Angie Matthiessen, Chief Executive Officer

As we begin our 12th year of offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in Charlotte County, I can honestly say it’s one of the most remarkable efforts I’ve had the privilege to witness.

Year after year, I’ve seen how a group of compassionate volunteers turns what can be a stressful, overwhelming time into a season of relief and empowerment for our neighbors.

To read the full column in The Daily Sun, please click here.

Learn more about volunteering at our upcoming
VITA Meet & Greet on Thursday, December 4 at 5:30PM

Location: Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association,
17984 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte

RSVP to Stephanie Lucy at 941-627-3539 or empower@unitedwayccfl.org

Power of the Purse: Fun. Fashion. Philanthropy.

Get ready for the event of the season on November 15!

Join Women United for the first-ever Power of the Purse — an unforgettable afternoon where fun, fashion, and philanthropy unite to make an impact.

This lively luncheon will feature a live auction of stunning designer handbags and a raffle filled with both new and gently loved designer pieces donated by generous community members. From timeless classics to trendy statement bags, every bid and every ticket support programs that empower women and strengthen families in Charlotte County. And here’s the best part — some of our very own community heroes will be modeling the designer bags on the runway! You won’t want to miss this special surprise.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors: WrightWay Emergency Services, Fifth Third Bank, Cruise Planners - Julie Lang and Sunny Day Gift Designs.

Simply Click Here for Power of the Purse Tickets

Eat Good. Do Good. Feel Good.

Join us for a smokin’ good lunch on Giving Tuesday, December 2, from 11:30-1:30PM that gives back to our community. Every plate supports United Way Charlotte County programs that help local families thrive. Lunch includes full plate of North Carolina-style hand-chopped gourmet hickory smoked pork BBQ with all the fixins.

Dine-in, Take out, reservations requested but not required. For more information or to sign-up, please click here.

Festival of Wreaths – Wednesday, December 10 | 5:30–8:00 PM

Join us for a festive evening of community, connection, and giving! This heartwarming holiday celebration supports local seniors and families while spreading seasonal cheer in a beautiful new setting. Bring friends to this fun, co-ed event and help us kick off the holiday season together! Click here to register.

November 5, 2025 - Last day to enter Wreaths of Joy Corporate Competition, click here for details or to enter contest.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - Reading Buddy Training, click here

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - Power of the Purse Lunch, click here

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 - Giving Tuesday BBQ, click here

Thursday, December 4, 2025 - VITA Meet & Greet, click here

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - Festival of Wreaths, click here

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - Ageless United Lunch, click here

Don’t miss out on the excitement — click here to discover all the upcoming events!

We’re sincerely grateful for the support of our
corporate partners and investors.

2025-2026

Charlotte Community Foundation, Charlotte County Board of Commissioners, Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Farr Law Firm, Florida Power & Light, Fifth Third Bank, Gould Family Trust at Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Miriam P. Raines Charitable Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, Mosaic Florida Operations, The Patterson Foundation, Publix Super Markets, Regions Bank, Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund, and Wrightway Emergency Services

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