United Against Poverty Orlando

Did you know you can now select United Against Poverty as your preferred charity through Walmart.com's Round Up Program?

By simply rounding up your online purchases to the nearest dollar, you can help support programs that provide food, employment training, education, and resources to individuals and families working toward self-sufficiency.

See below to learn how to update your account and start making an impact with every purchase.

💙 Small change. Big impact.

Today, we recognize , a day that commemorates freedom, honors the strength and perseverance of those who endured slavery, and reminds us that the work of building a more equitable future continues.

At , we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive with dignity, hope, and access to the resources they need to move forward. As we reflect on the significance of this day, may we continue working together to strengthen our communities and create pathways toward lasting change.

This summer, your donations can do even more.

From June 21 through July 11, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is partnering with WFTV 9 Family Connection to collect non-perishable food items for United Against Poverty Orlando and Annabel's Closet.

When you drop off your gently used donations at participating Orange, Osceola, and Seminole county Goodwill stores, bring along canned and shelf-stable food items like beans, soup, powdered milk, and more.

Together, we can help local families access the food they need this summer.

🧱 Something special is coming this !

On June 23rd, we're joining communities across the country for a day dedicated to kindness, connection, and giving back. 💙

We're creating a FREE Dignity by Design: Brick-by-Brick activity that you can do on your own, with your family, coworkers, friends, or neighbors. Think simple acts of gratitude, support, and community that help build brighter futures for all.

Want to be part of it? Subscribe to our emails by visiting our website at UPOrlando.org and waiting for the pop-up form! Then you'll get your freebie on Tuesday!✨

In the meantime, start thinking about:
🏡 Someone you'd like to encourage
🥫 Items you could donate
🤝 A way you can give back in your community
📸 A story or photo you'd like to share

Together, we can build something meaningful 💙

🐣 Every step makes a difference.

When you participate in the Quack Attack Walk, you're helping provide 450 Central Florida families with Thanksgiving meals this holiday season! Together, we can ensure that more parents, grandparents, and children gather around a table filled with warmth, comfort, hope, and food.

Presented by BB Americas, Quack Attack Walk brings our community together to make Thanksgiving possible for families throughout Central Florida. Will you join us?

Tell us in the comments: Who are you waddling with at Quack Attack this year?

🔗 Register today: quackattack.org

Central Florida heat is no joke right now 🔥It’s important we all look out for one another.

Cooling centers and community sites across our region are open to help people get a break from the heat, offering shade, A/C, cold water, and support when it is needed most 💧❄️

is grateful to stand alongside our incredible partners in this effort, helping distribute water and heat safety kits to neighbors who need them most. In extreme heat like this, even a short break in a cool space can make a real difference.

If you’re able, check on your neighbors, stay hydrated, and share this information with someone who may need it 💚

Thank you Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida for providing this resource! We’re in this together, Central Florida.

✨ Making an Impact Together ✨

Our mission is powered by people who choose to show up, serve, and make a difference. We’re incredibly grateful to the volunteer groups who dedicate their time and talents to supporting and the families we serve. Every box sorted, shelf stocked, and task completed helps ensure our neighbors have access to the resources they need to move forward.

A heartfelt thank you to:
CLA, National Association of Black Accountants- UCF Chapter, PNC, AMWA at University of Central Florida, Skybox Communications, The Law Office of Paulette Hamilton, P.A., Marriott's Harbour Lake

Your generosity, teamwork, and commitment to giving back help strengthen our community and create brighter futures for so many. 💙

Thank you McCoy Federal Credit Union! 💙🙌

☀️ Poverty doesn't take a summer break, and neither does the support our neighbors need.

For many families, summer means higher grocery bills, increased childcare costs, and the loss of school-provided meals. As household budgets are stretched thin, more individuals and families turn to for support.

That's why our Summer Match Campaign is so important! Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Dr. and Mrs. Diebel, every donation made through July 31 will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $50,000.

✨ $25 becomes $50
✨ $100 becomes $200
✨ $250 becomes $500

Your matched gift helps provide food and household essentials, employment training, crisis support, and pathways toward long-term stability.

Will you help us unlock the full match and make twice the impact for local families this summer?

🔗 Donate today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/summermatch2026/

Looking for a fresh start? 🌟

This month, 14 community members attended a STEP Orientation to learn how they can build new skills, gain confidence, and take steps toward meaningful employment.

Whether you're searching for a job, exploring a new career path, or ready to invest in yourself, the Success Training Employment Program (STEP) is designed to help you move forward with the tools, training, and support you need to succeed. 💙

We're thinking about offering STEP Orientations every week to make it easier for more people to get started. Would that be helpful for you or someone you know? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Ready to learn more? Visit our website to explore STEP and see if it's the right next step for you: https://uporlando.org/step-success-training-employment-program/