Polk County has been awarded federal funds available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board program.  

Highlands County has been awarded federal funds available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board program. 

Build United, a food drive with a twist, is designed to bring attention to the food hardships faced by many residents in Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties through an interactive contest. Competitors are challenged to build creative structures with non-perishable foods.

United Way of Central Florida is looking to increase the number of families, teens and adults who open bank accounts, increase savings and improve credit scores.