United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties - Blog

Going Green to Help United Way Earn Some Green

2010-03-11T08:51:00.003-08:00

Going Green to Help Charity Earn Some Green

The cold temperatures and wet weather did not stop the more than 400 community volunteers from collecting and delivering more than 800 pounds of recyclable aluminum and 7300lbs of mixed materials to three locations as part of the Flagler & Volusia County Recycles project on Saturday Feb. 27th.

“It was cold and rainy but the project leaders were into it and our family truly witnessed the impact of giving back and being involved. We are now a recycling family,” said Anthony Pfleger of Palm Coast.

This project was made possible thanks to a partnership between GEL Recycling, Flagler County Solid Waste Division, Volusia County, Disney, the HandsOn Network and your United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties. GEL Recycling also donated a total of $810.64 to the United Way thanks to a match based on the weight of the recyclables collected.

"Everybody that volunteered was wonderful," said Laura Raftery of GEL Recycling.

“This was the first time we recycled. Thank you for the experience!” exclaimed the Bradley Family on their way out of the Orange City location.

With the help of community partnerships and donations, including those from special events like these, the United Way and its 40 partner agencies are improving lives, tackling key issues facing our area, and making a lasting impact. Together, we can create a better tomorrow for all our neighbors. If we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all -- that's what it means to Live United.

You can find out more about the United Way, its partners and upcoming service projects online at www.liveunitedinvolusiaflagler.org.

Recycling Project - This Saturday

2010-02-23T06:54:00.000-08:00

Stop kickin' those cans! Be green and help us earn some green this Saturday! Find out more

Volunteer Opportunities for November

2009-11-06T10:33:00.000-08:00

For these and other volunteer opportunities,
Call 2-1-1 or (386) 253-0563.
You can also register online at: www.1-800-volunteer.org

1. BEACH HOUSE (SMA BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE) *** - Volunteers are needed to assist with the 14th Annual 5K Run for Runaways on November 21.
2. CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL*** - Volunteers are needed for the Youth Motivator Program working with children to assist in improving their grades, social skills, behavior and attendance in school.
3. COMMUNITY LIFE CENTER*** - Volunteers are needed to assist collecting and sorting food received from the Boy Scouts Annual Food Drive November 14.
4. DAYTONA BEACH TRACK CLUB *** - Volunteers are needed for the Paul De Bruyn 15K and 30K races on November 15; water table attendants and route directors are needed.
5. EASTER SEALS JOEY’S GIFT *** - Respite Care Volunteers are needed to serve as playtime companions to children with special needs while their caregivers have some personal time off (November 20 in Deland).
6. FLAGLER COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES *** - Volunteers are needed for the H1N1 vaccination campaign to distribute & collect patient info clipboards, answer general questions and assist the crowd Saturdays through December 19. (No medical expertise necessary.)
7. FRIENDS OF DELTONA LIBRARY*** - Volunteers are needed to assist residents in finding and cutting down trees for the Cut Your Own Christmas Tree event held December 12 and 13.
8. HALIFAX URBAN MINISTRIES*** - Volunteer support is needed November 17 and 19 to prepare Turkey “Fixin’s” Bags to accompany turkeys for families registered in the Thanksgiving program.
9. SALVATION ARMY *** - Volunteers are needed for holiday opportunities including Adopt-A-Kettle, food & toy preparation and distribution, gift wrapping and data entry.
10. SOUTHWEST VOLUSIA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY*** - The nominating committee is seeking volunteers for the Board of Directors who are experienced, passionate, committed and skilled to lead SW Volusia Habitat into to the future. Volunteers are also needed in December for sorting, packing and delivering groceries to 25 Habitat families the week prior to Christmas.
11. TOYS FOR TOTS*** - Volunteers are needed to sort, bag and distribute holiday toys in Deland November 15 – December 15.
12. UCP OF EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA*** - Volunteers are needed for the Gingerbread Magic Exhibit at the Volusia Mall to greet visitors, hand out flyers, explain project and charities it will benefit. November 23 – December 22.

13. UNITED WAY OF VOLUSIA FLAGLER COUNTIES INC. *** - Volunteers are needed for VITA/Campaign for Working Families as tax preparers or greeters; training provided. Volunteers are also needed to distribute and raise awareness of the free Family Wize Prescription Discount Card.

14. VOLUSIA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE - A volunteer assistant is needed in the evidence facility in Deland; duties include light physical work and some office assignments as well.

Women's Initiative Event

2009-10-20T09:06:00.000-07:00

The final Women at the Top fundraiser social for 2009 will be held Wednesday, October 28, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Red Sphere restaurant, 515 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast, FL.

Guest speaker at the social will be Vera Jones, a women's basketball analyst for the Big Ten Network and author of the book, "Play Through the Foul -- Basketball Lessons for the Game of Life." Jones, who lives in Jacksonville and has been a motivational speaker for more than two decades, hopes to inspire her readers to take action on the faith that their goals are attainable, dreams are achievable, and life's experiences are all purposeful.

Prizes and gift baskets will be awarded and/or auctioned to those in attendance. Be prepared for cash bar, fun and inspiring entertainment. The Women's Initiative October Social is under the direction of the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties Inc.

For more information, please contact Alicia Casas, Assistant Director of Resource Development, at (386) 366-9052 or acasas@unitedwayvfc.org.

The United Way of Volusia-Flagler improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing together hearts, minds and resources from across the region and by developing effective partnerships with businesses, government and nonprofit organizations. For more information, please visit the web-site www.LiveUnitedInVolusiaFlagler.org

Center for the Visually Impaired&The Division of Blind Services “Open House”

2009-09-28T09:30:00.000-07:00

Center for the Visually Impaired&The Division of Blind Services “Open House”
Stop by between 10 – 3 p.m.
Wednesday October 7, 2009
Center for the Visually Impaired
1187 Dunn Ave
Daytona Beach Florida 32114
386-253-8879

Light Lunch
Raffle Prizes
Tour of Facilities
Interactive Demos

Join us as we hold an interactive & informational OPEN HOUSE on the largest Blind Campus in the United States, located in Daytona Beach Florida.
You will be introduced to what Vision Rehabilitation consists of and how you can live a productive, independent life with a visual impairment.
Meet the specialists in Vision Rehabilitation, Counselors, Demos on Advanced Computer Technology, Interact with the latest in Visual Aides from….
Magnifying America
Freedom Scientific
Florida Reading & Vision
Magnifying Solutions

Make A Donation To HUM Eating At Fish City Grill!

2009-09-28T07:33:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, October 6, 2009 Fish City Grill located in the Trails shopping center in Ormond Beach will donate a portion of every sale they make to Halifax Urban Ministries. You can find out more about Fish City Grill at www.fishcitygrill.com.

Walk for Diginity - October 5th

2009-09-21T06:50:00.001-07:00

September 21, 2009Walk for Dignity, October 5th

The Mental Health Association of East Central Florida presents Mental Illness Awareness Week's 54th Annual Walk for Dignity on Monday, October 5th.The ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the City of Daytona Beach City Hall with the walk starting at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m. Please see attached flyer for location and more details.

Day of Caring and Campaign Kick-off

2009-09-08T14:38:00.001-07:00

September 11, 2009

A day for your company to show that you LIVE UNITED through volunteering.

What: Campaign Kick-off and Day of Caring Pep Rally

When: Friday, September 11, 2009- 8:30 am-10am

Where: Salvation Army 1555 LPGA Blvd
Daytona Beach, FL 32117

Details:
Join us as we kick off the campaign season and wish our Day of Caring volunteers well with a fun pep rally and breakfast!
September 11, 2009 marks the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties' third annual Day of Caring. Following the Pep Rally, corporate volunteers will join United Way partner agencies to work on one-time service projects.

September 11th, a National Day of Service & Remembrance, also marks the culmination of President Obama's United We Serve charge. This summer, the President is calling on all Americans to participate in our nation's recovery and renewal by serving our communities and to help lay a new foundation for growth.

Continental Breakfast and refreshments will be served at no charge. Be sure to wear your Live United or United Way t-shirts.

For more information, please contact Lori Grant at 386-366-9050 or RSVP to kwilliams@unitedwayvfc.org with your RSVP or call 386-366-9041.

Or find out more at: http://www.liveunitedinvolusiaflagler.org/dayofcaring/index.htm

Volunteer Opportunities for September

2009-09-01T08:13:00.001-07:00

For these and other volunteer opportunities,
Call 2-1-1 or (386) 253-0563.
You can also register online at: www.1-800-volunteer.org

1. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-CENTRAL & NORTH FL CHAPTER - Volunteers are needed to assist with information tables at community health fairs and expos throughout Volusia & Flagler counties.
2. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – Office volunteers are needed for various office tasks including mailings, brochure foldings, and answering phones.
3. BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS*** - Long term volunteers are needed as mentors working with school age children in the areas of academics, social skills, and behavior.
4. BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF VOLUSIA/FLAGLER COUNTIES - Volunteers are needed in surrounding communities to be homework tutors and activities directors working with children of all ages.
5. BUREAU OF BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK LIBRARY SERVICES - Volunteers are needed to convert recorded books in analog format to digital format.
6. CENTRAL FLORIDA SPORTS COMMISSION*** - Volunteers are needed October 31 to assist with a half marathon; help needed includes assistance with registration, set-up, start/finish lines, and water stops.
7. DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS - Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to identify, investigate and resolve elderly residents’ concerns. Special training and certification is provided.
8. DOMESTIC ABUSE COUNCIL - Volunteers are needed to take crisis hotline calls at designated times at the emergency shelter; maintenance volunteers for the shelter facility area also needed.
9. EASTER SEALS JOEY’S GIFT*** - Respite Care Volunteers are needed to serve as playtime companions to children with special needs while their caregivers have some personal time off (September 25 in Deland).
10. JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF VOLUSIA COUNTY - Volunteers are needed for JA program presentations in the Volusia County schools. Background checks are required; training is provided.
11. POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE*** - Volunteers are needed to tutor and mentor elementary and middle school children in an after-school tutoring program.
12. THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR, INC. - Volunteers are needed to work with children to mentor and tutor in their homework club in Deland; background checks are required.
13. UNITED WAY OF VOLUSIA/FLAGLER COUNTIES*** - Super Volunteers are needed; these volunteers will have the opportunity to work with all departments within United Way; assisting with database management and entry, administrative duties, project development, special events, and marketing. Strong computer and phone skills a must, as well as week-day availability.
14. VOLUSIA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE - A volunteer assistant is needed in the evidence facility in Deland; duties include light physical work and some office assignments as well.
15. VOLUSIA FLAGLER FAMILY YMCA - A volunteer is needed to serve on the Flagler YMCA Brand Board.
16. WEST VOLUSIA TOURISM ADVERTISING AUTHORITY - Volunteers are needed at the downtown Deland Visitor Center to greet visitors and provide tourism information.

Cruise Night to Benefit United Way

2009-08-24T09:14:00.000-07:00

Cruise Night

Presented by City Walk

at Palm Coast

Friday

August 28, 6-9 PM

Benefiting the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties

Trophies, Prizes, Discounts and Raffel going to United Way.

Music provided by DJ Frank Roberts

Come on out and enjoy seeing these beautiful cars or bring your own classic!!

Restaurants & Shops open for the event.

160 Cypress Point Pkwy, Palm Coast (Next to Walmart)

Smart Money Divas Support United Way's Women's Initiative of Flagler County

2009-08-18T12:25:00.000-07:00

Date: Saturday, August 29th Time: 2:00 – 5:00 P.M.

Place: Brookhaven Villas Clubhouse; the heart of the new Town Center – Palm Coast, Florida

R.S.V.P.: By August 24th, kristeen@brookhavenattowncenter.com or 386.586.7920

Donation: $10 (Net proceeds and donated items to benefit the United Way Women’s Initiative of Flagler County)

Join the Smart Money Divas for our first exciting event!

We show Goal Oriented Women savvy financial strategies to grow money (special fertilizer and soil provided…LOL)! We make it fun and interactive…..never making you feel like you sat through a boring seminar. Our goal is to impart great information doing what girls like to do most…..have fun, socialize and of course shop and give back to our community in the process!!!

Our Itinerary of Fun

Socializing, Music, Appetizers and Wine Tasting

A short introduction to the Smart Money Divas and a bit of financial blah blah

Our special guest speaker – Awesome Entrepreneur, Angee Robertson Get a sneak peak of Angee on her website at http://www.sheicspace.com/
A proud spotlight of local women to women owned businesses to include; Travel, Skin Care (including Botox and Electrolysis), Massage, Handbags, Jewelry, Sweets, Polynesian dancing and more!
Earn play money to bid on auction items contributed by women merchants (See attached list of items to bring/wear, etc. to earn dollars)

Come Wine With The Divas!

Earn Your Diva Auction Dollars

Be the first guest to arrive………………………………………………………………………..$15.00

Your $10 donation…………………………………………………………………………………………,$10.00

Donate a gift card of any value (Publix, Wal-Mart, Target)…………$50.00

Buy merchandise from our spotlighted merchants………………………..$45.00

Bring a list of friend’s (potential Divas) email addresses (with their permission)………………………………………………………………………………………..……………$30.00

Donate a non-perishable food item, each…………………………………………..$15.00

Donate a gently used (name brand would be great) hand bag (to be raffled off at end of event)………….……………………………………………………………………..$75.00

Wear your best Diva shoes….…………………………………………………………………..$10.00

Best Diva look (chosen by the Smart Money Divas)…………………….$40.00

Bring a friend……………………………………………………………………………………………….$35.00

Visit the Smart Money Divas on Facebook!!!

Learn Sign Language Through UW Partner - Easter Seals

2009-08-18T12:12:00.001-07:00

American Sign Language Classes to Start in Late August/Early September

In Daytona Beach
$40.00 for 8-week session

Beginners I: Every Tuesday 4:30 – 5:30 pm or 5:30 – 6:30 pm starting September 1st, 2009
Beginners VI: Every Tuesday 6:30 – 7:30 pm starting September 1st, 2009
Intermediate Classes: Every Thursday 4:30 – 5:30 pm starting September 3rd, 2009
Advanced Classes: Every Thursday 5:30 – 6:30 pm starting September 3rd, 2009

In DeLand
$40.00 for 8-week session

Beginners I: Every Monday 4:30 – 5:30 pm starting August 31st, 2009
Beginners II: Every Monday 5:30 – 6:30 pm starting August 31st, 2009
Beginners I: Every Monday 6:30 – 7:30 pm starting August 31st, 2009

Contact Amy Barber at 386-957-9327 otr by email at abarber@eseals-vf.org or text 386-314-3091.

Spaghetti Fundraiser for The Arc of Volusia

2009-08-18T09:47:00.000-07:00

The Arc of Volusia Announces First Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser, September 4th

The Arc of Volusia - Deland Location will be hosting the 1st Annual Spaghetti Luncheon Fundraiser on Friday, September 4th from 11:00am -12:30pm at 1738 Patterson Avenue, Building K in DeLand.

Tickets are $3.00 donation per person and proceeds from the lunch will be used by DeLand's Arc F.A.S.T. (Family And Staff Team) for activities, programs, or purchase educational materials for The Arc DeLand Center, an educational and vocational learning facility for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

The Arc DeLand Center will also be having a yard sale the same day as the Spaghetti Lunch Fund Raiser.Contact Trudy Adams 386-943-9793 for more information or to purchase tickets.

Military Personnel and Their Families Receive Mental Health Support Thanks to United Way

2009-08-11T13:27:00.000-07:00

The United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties and a coalition of local agencies are helping military personnel and their families find the mental health support that they need before, during or after deployment to Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom or OIF) or Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom or OEF) thanks to a $240,000 grant from the BrAIve Fund and The Community Foundation of Jacksonville. The coalition includes: The United Way Volusia-Flagler Counties; Community Foundation of East Central Florida; Coalition for the Homeless; Volusia Veterans Services; Flagler Veterans Services; Daytona Beach VA Outpatient Clinic; Orlando VAMC; Mental Health Association of East Central Florida; Serenity House of Volusia; Center for Business Excellence - One Stop Employment Division; Stewart-Marchman-Act Behavioral Healthcare; America Red Cross; Family Support Services – Army Guard Unit; Domestic Abuse Council; and The House Next Door.

According to the Florida Department of Veteran Affairs there are about 4,400 OEF/OIF veterans from Volusia and Flagler Counties. This calculates to an estimated 10,000 veterans and their family members living in our community. The local VA clinic in Daytona Beach serves approximately 660 OEF/OIF veterans each year and the homeless shelters serving approximately 118 veterans. The United Way and its coalition members determined that the greatest unmet need for many of these veterans, and especially for their families, was in the area of mental health and substance abuse treatment. The Daytona Beach VA Clinic has case management and mental health services for veterans but has very limited resources for families.

“We are incredibly proud that we have been able to bring together this wonderful group of agencies to help our military families” said Ray Salazar, President of the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties. “These families have given so much to our country and our community and we are proud to be able to help them acquire services that they need to help keep their families strong and ultimately build a better community.”

The first part of the program is to make sure to that our local agencies are culturally competent to the challenges and needs of this population. For mental health providers a two day training in PTSD and treatment of the veterans with traumatic injuries as well as treating the care givers (family members) who provide care for severely injured veterans. The first day of training will help to merge the divide between military and civilian culture getting through the understanding of the military culture of someone who has been in the war zone and accustomed to the language. Approximately 200 mental health professionals and nonprofit employees will gain military cultural competency allowing the community to better serve OEF/OIF veterans. The second day of training experts from SAMSA will focus on PTSD and dealing with traumatic brain injuries. Approximately 100 mental health professionals will gain understanding of PTSD and the impact of reintegration on the family.

The grant provides 1240 hours of therapeutic mental health services or family counseling for 310 individuals and provides support groups for families serving 90 people with a total of 126 group therapy sessions. In addition, support groups especially for children will be offered to approximately 30 children in the two county areas. Serenity House will also be able to provide residential substance abuse treatment for 3 months for up to 8 veterans.

Therapy sessions will be provided by local, licensed and trained Mental Health Therapists through local agencies. In total, over 400 individuals will receive the mental health services that are needed to help these families who have proudly served our country and our represented our community.

If you or someone you know are in need of help, please call 211 (386-253-0564) to get connected and get answers.

Other phone numbers:
House Next Door – Deltona 386.860.1776
DeLand 386.738.9169
Mental Health Assoc – 252.5785
Serenity House – 258.5050 x. 10
SMA – Access Center number is 1-800-539-4228

The United Way of Volusia-Flagler improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing together hearts, minds and resources from across the region and by developing effective partnerships with businesses, government and nonprofit organizations. For more information, please visit the web-site www.LiveUnitedInVolusiaFlagler.org

AmeriCorps Vista Opening

2009-08-06T14:57:00.000-07:00

Job Description for CFWF Service Learning

Financial Literacy Liaison

VITA Liaison

Agency: United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties, Inc.
3747 W. International Speedway Blvd
Daytona Beach, Fl. 32721-0523
Contact Person: Renee Gay - 386-253-0563 or rgay@unitedwayvfc.org

Project Name: Campaign for Working Families – Service Learning Project

The Campaign for Working Families (CFWF) is a prosperity coalition that serves Volusia and Flagler Counties in Florida. The coalition primary goal is to reduce poverty by giving people the tools to help them build assets. We accomplish this by providing free tax preparation, financial literacy classes and a savings campaign. Over the last four years the Campaign has provided over 6,100 people with free tax preparation and provided over 100 people with financial education classes. This position will support the goals of the coalition by helping to develop strong working relationships with the five local universities and developing service learning and volunteer opportunities for local students.

This is a CFWF College Outreach Assistant position, the person selected is a volunteer that will be paid a small stipend from AmeriCorp/VISTA.

Responsibilities are:
Act as the liaison between the Universities and other Campaign Partners and Campaign Donors.
Build infrastructure with universities in Volusia and Flagler Counties to focus on Service
Learning and Volunteering with CFWF prosperity campaign.
Develop a working knowledge of Financial Education Course Materials and/or VITA Program Materials.
Attend training and certification required for FDIC Money Smart Program and/or VITA Program.
Outreach to students to engage and recruit them for Financial Education and/or VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program.
Provide opportunities for college students to acquire financial knowledge to enable them to make sound personal financial decisions.
Develop new opportunities for student service within the community to foster civic engagement within program guidelines.
Track and report results of activities to supervisor and Campaign committees on a regular basis.
Create outreach materials for use at college campuses.

Requirement of person hired:
Able to work 40 hours a week on a flexible schedule must work 1700 hours in the year contracted
Able to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision
Able to work in a multi-cultural environment
Able to be creative developing ways to outreach within the community
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer literate – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Experienced in working within a community to build relationships
Able to inspire others to want to participate in what we are creating
College degree preferred, High School education or commitment to complete GED during year of service required
Life experience that has given the skills to be a leader
Have own transportation and valid driver’s license

Benefits:
Stipend paid from Federal Government of about $10,000 per year.
Education stipend of $4,725 paid at the end of the year or $1,200 at end of service and completion of service hours.
Health Insurance coverage for self
Mileage for work related travel

Please go to the AmeriCorps VISTA website to find out more information about the VISTA program before applying for this position. http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp

Buca di Beppo is hosting a two-night fundraiser for The STAR FAMILY CENTER!

2009-08-06T14:16:00.000-07:00

Buca di Beppo is hosting a two-night fundraiser for The STAR FAMILY CENTER!

Monday, August 10 and Tuesday, August 11

Buca di Beppo
2514 West International Speedway Blvd.
Daytona Beach, Florida 32114

20 % of your purchase will be donated to the STAR Family Center!

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PRINT FORM - YOU WILL NEED TO BRING THIS WITH YOU IN ORDER FOR THE STAR CENTER TO RECEIVE THE 20% DONATION.

Thank you for continuing to support the families and individuals of the STAR Family Center, a United Way Partner Agency!

Bob Evans Community Fun Night - Supporting United Way

2009-08-05T12:53:00.001-07:00

Join us for a night of fun, food and fundraising to support the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties! Three area Bob Evan's have agreed to support the United Way VFC as part of their Community Fun Nights program.

Helping your community is easy! Just dine at the select Bob Evan's restaraunt on the designated day and present the flyer to your server and 15% of your ticket will be donated back to the United Way!

Each fundraiser runs from 6am to 9pm
Daytona Beach:

Saturday, Sept. 12

Friday, Dec. 4

Palm Coast and Port Orange:

Monday, Oct. 5

Monday, Oct. 12

Monday, Oct. 19

Monday, Oct. 26

REMEMBER: You MUST bring a copy of the flyer in order for your meal to count towards donations.

Click here to print the flyer for the next Community Fun Night.
(requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)

If you have any questions, please contact Diane Olsen, Assistant Director of Resource Development at 386-366-9053 or dolsen@unitedwayvfc.org

Be sure to tell your friends and families! Make it a fun night to laugh, enjoy good company and food and support our community!

Cruise Night - Classic Car Show to Supports United Way!

2009-08-05T09:29:00.000-07:00

Cruise Night - Classic Car Show
Presented by City Walk at Palm Coast

Friday August 7, 6-9 PM

Benefiting the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties

Trophies, Prizes, Discounts with Raffle proceeds going to United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties.

Music provided by DJ Frank Roberts.

Come on out and enjoy seeing these beautiful cars or bring your own classic!!

Restaurants & Shops open for the event.

160 Cypress Point Pkwy, Palm Coast (Next to Walmart)

Family Life Center - Baby Supply Drive

2009-08-03T09:26:00.000-07:00

The Family Life Center is the Certified/ Domestic Violence Center in Flagler County, FL. We are currently experiencing a significant increase in the enrollment for our Emergency Shelter and Outreach Programs and have several babies/ toddlers living at the Safehouse/ Emergency Shelter. To meet the growing needs, we are launching a “Baby Supply Drive.”

Baby Supply Drive

Urgent Needs:
Diapers sizes 4-6
Pull-ups 2T-4T
Wipes

We Also Welcome:
Bottles and bottle brushes
Strollers, car seats, and car booster seats
Boy/ Girl Clothes- All sizes, from newborn to teenagers (gently worn welcome)
Find out more at http://www.flcsafehouse.org/Donations.html

Join us for Race Parking at Target this weekend!

2009-06-30T13:10:00.000-07:00

RACE PARKING AT TARGET TO BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF VOLUSIA-FLAGLER COUNTIES
Through the continued generosity of Target on ISB & Williamson, we will be monitoring the parking lots during February's Speedweeks 2009! This has always been a VERY successful fundraiser thanks to our dedicated parkers and volunteers.

RACE FANS:
If you are choosing to pay to park for the races, please consider parking at the Target lot! Not only will 100% of the proceeds be going to the United Way, but you will have a convenient location to park with walking access to shopping (for those last minute items) and food. Many of our visitors also like the quick access to Williamson after the races are over to help avoid some of the race day traffic.

VOLUNTEERS:
First of all, thank you to the many faithful volunteers who come out year after year to help us with this event. As always, we'll need volunteers to take money & hand out passes, help run the lot, directing traffic, spreading the LIVE UNITED and United Way message, and assist with set up & break down.Shifts that are still in need of more volunteers.

Friday, July 3rd
Subway Jalapeno 250 Race
Race starts: 8:00pm, $30.00
Parking opens at 7:30 am

Saturday, July 4th
Brumos Porsche 200 & Coke Zero 400
Race starts: 2pm & 8pm, $40.00
Parking opens at 7:30 am

To sign up to volunteer, please contact our Volunteer Center Director, Laura Zublionis at 386-253-0563 ext 239Also, if you happen to go into Target on one of these race days, please be sure to say Thanks to the wonderful crew at Target who are so generous to us each year!

July's Featured Volunteer Opportunities

2009-06-25T11:46:00.000-07:00

Here's this month's featured volunteer opportunities from the Volunteer Center at United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counites.

For these and other volunteer opportunities,
Call 2-1-1 or (386) 253-0563.
You can also register online at: http://www.1-800-volunteer.org/

1. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – Volunteers needed include a certified cosmetologist to conduct workshops, breast cancer survivors to visit with patients, Resource Center volunteers and a driver to transport cancer patients to and from treatment.
2. AMERICAN RED CROSS - Volunteers are needed for the Disaster Action Team responding to single family & apartment fires; training provided. Disaster Services Volunteers are also needed for disaster planning, preparedness, community disaster education and mitigation.
3. ART HAUS - Volunteers are needed to work with children and assist the Summer Art Teacher at the children’s Summer Art Camp.
4. CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER - A smiling front desk volunteer is needed to perform receptionist and clerical duties along with some child care in the waiting room.
5. COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN - Volunteer Board members are needed to provide guidance with investments, fundraising, advocacy, grant research, and community outreach efforts. Volunteers with child welfare and social services experience are also needed.
6. DOMESTIC ABUSE COUNCIL*** - Volunteers are needed to take crisis hotline calls at designated times at the emergency shelter; maintenance volunteers for the shelter facility area also needed.
7. FLAGLER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY*** – Volunteer committee members are needed to serve on the Development, Family Selection, & Family Support committees; clerical volunteers are also needed. Construction workers are needed at the build sites.
8. MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION - Volunteers Board members are needed to sit on at least one Board committee and participate in community activities including fundraising.
9. SALVATION ARMY – Volunteers are also needed to fill an afternoon receptionist position.
10. UCP of EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA – A volunteer with CPA/accounting skills is needed to serve on the Board of Directors. Volunteers are also needed for the construction of a covered patio adjacent to the Education Center; ability to use construction tools required.
11. UNITED WAY OF VOLUSIA-FLAGLER COUNTIES – Disaster Initiatives 2-1-1 Call Center, Volunteer Reception Center, Field Observer and Outreach volunteers are also needed to manage information and volunteers in response to local disasters.
12. VIND (Volusia Interfaith/Agencies Networking in Disaster) – Disaster response volunteers are needed to assist disaster victims with clean-ups, muck-outs, and repairs resulting from disaster damage. Volunteers are also needed to give presentations on behalf of their Speaker’s Bureau.
13. VOLUSIA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE*** - A volunteer assistant is needed in the evidence facility in Deland; duties include light physical work and some office assignments as well.
14. VOLUSIA LITERACY COUNCIL*** - Volunteers are needed for the 19th Annual Drive for Literacy Golf Tournament being held on July 25; wear a hat and sunscreen; 4 hour shifts available. Volunteers are needed to fill Board of Director positions to help improve area adult literacy skills.
15. VOLUSIA / FLAGLER FAMILY YMCA - A volunteer is needed to serve on the Flagler YMCA Branch Board.

YMCA instructors use Easter Seals training on autism to teach swimming this summer

2009-06-25T05:26:00.000-07:00

Swimming at the Y is good for all children, but executives at local Easter Seals and YMCA organizations believe it’s especially good for youngsters with autism. On July 6, sessions will open to beginning swimmers who need specialized attention.
Lynn Sinnott, president of Easter Seals Volusia and Flagler Counties, says the instructors at the DeLand and Port Orange Family YMCAs are now equipped with the adaptive tools and skills to teach youngsters with autism who are 3 to 12 years old. Parents had asked Easter Seals for swimming opportunities for their children, and, since Sinnott knew her organization could not fulfill the requests alone, she approached Teresa Rogers, president and CEO of Volusia Flagler Family YMCA.
To register for the sessions, go to the DeLand YMCA, 761 E. International Speedway Blvd., or the Port Orange YMCA, 4701 City Center Parkway; or visit the YMCA online at www.vfymca.org for more information about YMCA programs. For details, call the DeLand Y at 386-736-6000 or the Port Orange branch at 386-760-9622.
Today, as many as one in every 150 children is diagnosed with autism, making autism more prevalent than Down Syndrome, childhood diabetes and childhood cancer combined. Easter Seals Autism Center of Excellence brings together a team of professionals to provide access to early diagnostic and functional assessment, a variety of treatment alternatives, and the life skills necessary to maximize the independence of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. For more information, call Easter Seals at (877) 255-4568 or TTY (386) 257-3600.
A charitable organization, the YMCA is an association of people who come together with the vision of building strong kids, strong families, strong communities. The YMCA is open to people of all abilities, ages, backgrounds, cultures, faiths and incomes. Visit www.vfymca.org or call 386-738-9622.
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2009-05-25T22:22:00.001-07:00

www.volusia.org/pin - stay up to date on the flooding conditions, etc. Including 2 Emerg. Serv. Centers opening Tuesday.

Eat a great meal, for a great cause!

2009-02-28T09:54:00.000-08:00

From Flyers and Promotion Images

Please join us on March 3rd for a great meal for a great cause!

Fish City Grill is donating 15% of their total sales on March 3rd to benefit the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties as part of their First Tuesday program.

Thank you Fish City Grill for helping us to Live United!

Find out more about Fish City Grill by visiting them online or calling 386-677-8484

Find out more at http://www.liveunitedinvolusiaflagler.org/

Race Parking at Target

2009-02-03T21:06:00.000-08:00

RACE FANS:
If you are choosing to pay to park for the races, please consider parking at the Target lot! Not only will 100% of the proceeds be going to the United Way, but you will have a convenient location to park with walking access to shopping (for those last minute items) and food. Many of our visitors also like the quick access to Williamson after the races are over to help avoid some of the race day traffic.

VOLUNTEERS:
First of all, thank you to the many faithful volunteers who come out year after year to help us with this event. As always, we'll need volunteers to take money & hand out passes, help run the lot, directing traffic, spreading the LIVE UNITED and United Way message, and assist with set up & break down.

Shifts that are still in need of more volunteers include:
Friday, February 13th
11:00 to 4:30
4:00 to 8:30

Saturday, February 14th
10:15 to 2:30

Sunday, February 15th
5am-9:30am
9am-1:30pm
1pm-4pm

To sign up to volunteer, please contact our Volunteer Center Director, Laura Zublionis at 386-253-0563 ext 239

Also, if you happen to go into Target on one of these race days, please be sure to say Thanks to the wonderful crew at Target who are so generous to us each year!

Welcome!

2009-02-02T13:50:00.001-08:00

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