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March 24, 2020 (Deer Park) – Over the past year, United Way has responded to the needs of Long Islanders experiencing unparalleled hardship especially the most vulnerable.  

March 24, 2020 (Deer Park) – Over the past year, United Way has responded to the needs of Long Islanders experiencing unparalleled hardship especially the most vulnerable. 

Project Warmth Emergency Fuel Fund Provides Relief 

United Way of Long island recently elected Baldwin resident Erika Hill, Owner and Principal Consultant of Vision Street Research to its Board of Directors.  Beginning her career with United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta, followed by many years in community, economic and workforce development, Erika brings great expertise to our region’s United Way. 

United Way of Long Island recently elected Northport resident, Pat Guidice, IBEW Local 1049 Business Manager to its Board of Directors. Pat brings his passion, leadership skills and drive that has enabled him to become one of Long Island’s steadfast union leaders.

Hempstead, New York (November 17, 2020)—The Town of Hempstead has launched a new initiative with United Way of Long Island in an effort to further protect senior citizens from COVID-19. The $354,492 grant approved by Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin and the Hempstead Town Board will fund the installation of 560 portable medical-grade HEPA air filtration units in at-risk seniors’ homes as well as some doctor offices.

October 22, 2020 (Deer Park) – Over the past months, United Way has responded to the needs of Long Islanders experiencing unparalleled hardship. Through United Together: A Response Fund for COVID-19, nearly 10,000 families in Nassau and Suffolk Counties have received financial assistance.