United Way of St. Johns County (First Coast United Way) is part of a tremendous organization that is constantly helping families, children, teens and our community.
The First Coast United Way has partnered with many fantastic oganizations locally such as The Betty Griffin House, Big Brothers - Big Sisters, Boy Scouts of America, Catholic Charities, Girl Scouts of America and many more. Click here for the complete list.
First Coast United Way offers the 2-1-1 line that is available for all people in Northeast Florida. 211 is an information line and suicide/crisis intervention line. It is free and open to all. Operators provide referrals and information on various topics including parents struggling with their teens and children.
If you are unable to access 2-1-1 in your county, please dial the number that's appropriate to your county listed below:
• Duval County: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600
• Jacksonville calling area: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600
• All other counties: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600
• Hearing Impaired: Dial 1-904-306-0447 (TTY)
Getting involved in your community not only helps others, it also gives you a sense of purpose. As the holidays approach, find a cause that you and your family can be part of. Whether it is donating food, clothing or other items, becoming an advocate for a cause you believe in or being a volunteer at a shelter, church, or other places that need help - do yourself a favor, give the gift of charity to your community.
Visit www.unitedway.org and find your local office today.
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