United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades

10/12/2026

We are so appreciative of LCEC United Way Golf Tournament for the support. Your impact in the community is beyond measure!

In just 5 DAYS, we will be teeing off to raise funds for United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades. We still have sponsorships available until Tuesday, October 13th, reach out if you are interested in participating. [email protected]

10/08/2026

TICKETS ARE ON SALE!!

Get your groove on! Join us at the Annual Kickoff as we celebrate 70 years of Community Impact.

Come dressed in your best 70's attire, connect with community leaders, business owners, and supporters and help us kick off another year of making a difference in our community.

We can't wait to see you there! Share with your friends!

Thank you to our sponsors FineMark Bank & Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, and Beyond Inc.

Good Vibes. Great People. 70 Years of Impact.Can you dig it? Join us as we celebrate 70 years of community impact and honor our dedicated Pacesetters for…

10/08/2026

Thank you to WINK News for highlighting the importance of preparedness and the collaboration that helps keep our communities resilient. At United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades, we know that the strongest response starts long before a storm arrives.
While Tropical Storm Isaias is not expected to directly impact our area, United Way stands alongside emergency management partners, first responders, nonprofits, and community leaders across Southwest Florida to prepare for when disaster strikes.
https://www.winknews.com/news/southwest_florida/southwest-florida-crews-prepare-support-as-isaias-strengthens/article_868c019e-de62-4083-abd7-9db62f005103.html

Tropical Storm Isaias is not expected to directly impact Southwest Florida, but local crews and organizations are preparing to help communities that could be hit by the strengthening storm.

10/02/2026

Tax season is just around the corner, and we’re looking for volunteers to help us provide free tax assistance to our community.

If you’d like to give your time and be part of this important service, check out the flyer below for all the details.

We’d love to have you join us!
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades

10/02/2026

Thank you Pacesetter Sanibel Captiva Community Bank for your contributions! Your support during our milestone 70th year is truly groovy! You’re making a difference in our community and helping nonprofits continue to serve the most vulnerable every day. Let’s keep adding to our greatest hits, join the United Way campaign today!

09/29/2026

Grateful to Florida Weekly - Bonita Springs for spotlighting our upcoming Battle of the Bartenders! Get ready to go back in time for a groovy night of 70's fashion, all for a great cause!

Get ready to go back to the ’70s for a good cause as United Way’s annual Bartender Battle returns to Fort Myers on Oct. 29.
Details in the comments below. ⬇️

09/29/2026

United Way is seeking an experienced and passionate Vice President of Finance to join our leadership team! We're looking for a strategic financial leader who shares our commitment to improving lives and creating lasting change.
If you have experience in nonprofit finance, accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic leadership, we encourage you to learn more about this exciting opportunity at https://www.unitedwaylee.org/hiring
Questions, resumes, and cover letters may be submitted to [email protected].
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your network!

09/29/2026

Thank you to The News-Press (Fort Myers and Cape Coral) for featuring our United Way Community Partnership Schools! We are so grateful to serve the children of Lee County through this program alongside the School District of Lee County, Lee Health, and Florida Gulf Coast University!

Photos: Lee County United Way partners with schools to connect families with resources See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by United Way of Lee, Hendry & Glades

09/28/2026

Campaign Chair Spotlight on Joe Catti.
Joe is a distinguished banking executive and community leader with more than 40 years of experience in financial services. He serves as Chief Executive Officer of FineMark Bank & Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, and Chairman of Commerce Trust.
Throughout his career, Joe has combined professional excellence with a deep commitment to community service.
He has held leadership roles with numerous organizations, including Lee Health Foundation, Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation, Community Cooperative, and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties, where he previously served as Board Chair. He also chaired the successful $100 million capital campaign for Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.
Recognized with numerous philanthropic and civic leadership awards, Joe is widely respected for his dedication to strengthening Southwest Florida through community investment, volunteer leadership, and charitable engagement.”