Children in Palm Beach County Don’t Need to Go Hungry This Summer

When school lets out for the summer, children from low-income families typically lose their access to daily breakfast and lunch. This leaves many poor children in danger, as at least one-third of the nutrients that a child needs typically come from these school-provided meals.

Are You Ready? Hurricane Season Starts June 1st

Can you believe it’s already that time – time to start trimming your trees and getting prepared for Hurricane Season.  

Remembering Memorial Day

As we are all getting excited for the 3-day weekend, BBQ’s, pool parties and the first unofficial day of summer – let’s remember what the day is really about – remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.  

Traveling T-Shirts Contest is Back!

The 3rd Annual Traveling T-Shirt Contest is back and the rules are simple.  While traveling this summer, send us a picture of yourself and (family/friends)   wearing your LIVE UNITED t-shirt.  The person or group of people pictured wearing their shirt(s) the furthest distance from the Town of Palm Beach United Way office (44 Cocoanut Row, M201, Palm Beach, FL) will win an amazing LIVE UNITED prize pack.

Marty Straton Wins Nettie Finkle Award

The Nettie Finkle Award honors an individual whose volunteer work embodies the standards set by Nettie Finkle.  It recognizes an individual who exemplifies volunteerism and whose commitment to bringing hope, promise and opportunity into the lives of others has left a lasting, positive impact on a person, group or community at large.

The Lord’s Place is Helping to End Homelessness

The Town of Palm Beach United Way is committed to ending the cycle of homelessness.  We partner with community agencies that provide services to those in our community who are in need of help – finding a safe place to live, learning skills to get a job, etc.

One of our partner agencies, The Lord’s Place, provides comprehensive programs and case management.  They have helped thousands of people find their way out of homelessness during its more than thirty years of operation.  One such success story is Eric Lundgren.

Empty Your Pantry Spring Food Drive

The Town of Palm Beach United Way has partnered with the Palm Beach Daily News and Palm Beach Fire Rescue to “Empty Your Pantry.”

2013 Read Across America Day

“You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” – Dr. Seuss

Read Across America Day is observed each year in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and is a day dedicated to celebrating reading. Dr. Seuss epitomizes a love of learning and by celebrating his birthday we send a clear message to children that reading is fun and important.

John F. Scarpa Foundation has a $150,000 Matching Grant Opportunity

The John F. Scarpa Foundation will donate up to $150,000 in relief efforts for the victims of Hurricane Sandy, which wreaked havoc along the U.S. East Coast.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be just about flowers, chocolates and greeting cards – how about doing something to help children and families in our community.   This Valentine’s Day your words could make all the difference  All you have to do is send a special Valentine to your members of Congress and ask them to support funding for children and family programs.