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United Way of Collier and the Keys
9015 Strada Stell Court, Suite 204, Naples, FL 34109 (239) 261-7112 | www.uwcollierkeys.org MISSION: To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of community to advance the common good. United Way of Collier and the Keys
In 2020 United Way of Collier County and United Way of the Florida Keys merged to become United Way of Collier and the Keys (UWCK). As two coastal communities whose economies center around tourism, our populations contend with many of the same human service issues.
Another factor links us together as well; we are both vulnerable to natural disasters. In fact, it was the aftermath of Hurricane Irma – both long-term recovery and future hurricane mitigation – that helped to bring us together. In the recent days before Hurricane Ian devastated parts of our communities, we were still working with partners to improve homes that had been damaged in Hurricane Irma – a full five years later.
GOALS
Our United Way has a singular goal: to improve the financial condition of households in Collier County and the Florida Keys. When crises hit, they affect us all, but the effects are amplified for those who are already barely getting by. Many of those who are struggling are the paycheck-to-paycheck workers that are critical to the quality of life that we all enjoy. Our vision is that all individuals who live and work in Collier County and the Florida Keys have the resources and opportunities they require—not just to survive—but to thrive.
FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES
Donors provide the resources for UWCK to work with thirtyseven partner agencies to support our goal. Additionally, donors support direct services such as the 2-1-1 helpline, individual disaster case management, income tax preparation assistance, homelessness prevention, FEMA application assistance, insurance deductible assistance, and more.
UWCK welcomes donations from individuals, families, and private foundations. We also have a robust workplace campaign program and are launching a neighborhood relations program. We would love to partner with you to help our communities thrive!
ABOUT US:
Year established: 1957 Total number of employees: 16
GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA(S):
Collier and Monroe Counties
TOP FUNDING SOURCES:
Individual Donors Publix Associates Volunteer Florida Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Collier County Publix Supermarkets Charities Fifth Third Bank St. Bernard Project
BOARD MEMBERS:
Kathy Connelly
Chair
Maria Jones
Vice-Chair
Debbie Mathews Finch
Past President
Nancy Limb
Treasurer
