United Way of West Florida October 2026 Newsletter
THE WEST FLORIDA WAY Oct 2026 Northwest Florida Shows Up for Its Neighbors Thank you to Cat Country 98.7, WEAR-TV, News Radio 92.3, Cordova Mall, our generous local business partners, and everyone who stopped by, spread the word, or donated during Northwest Florida Cares on Oct. 21. Your support sent a clear message to families facing a difficult road ahead: United is the way we recover. Many people in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties are still dealing with damaged homes, unexpected expenses, and
Hurricane Isaias Update #19 - Debris pickup clarification & MARC update
Hurricane Isaias Update #19 Debris pickup clarification & MARC update Thursday, October 22, 4:15 p.m. - Updates Highlighted Debris Information The first pass of debris pickup began on Wednesday, October 14, on public, county-maintained roads. There will be multiple passes for debris removal. In a typical storm event, it takes an average of three passes to collect all debris from roadways. However, the amount of debris from this storm is far greater than usual. Crews will make as many passes as
Join United Way of West Florida on Oct. 21 for Northwest Florida Cares
Support the UWWF Recovery Fund Join us tomorrow, Oct. 21, at Cordova Mall along with our partners, Cat Country 98.7, News Radio 92.3 and WEAR ABC 3 forNorthwest Florida Cares, a community-wide fundraising event to support families impacted by Hurricane Isaias. The event starts at 5 a.m. and goes until 6 p.m. and will take place on the Best Buy side of the mall by the fountain. Come show your support, spread the word and help our neighbors rebuild. Every donation and every person who shows up sends
Hurricane Isaias Update #18
Hurricane Isaias Update #18 Tuesday, October 20, 4:30 p.m. - Updates Highlighted Santa Rosa CountyThe Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved authorizing debris removal from privately maintained roadways in locations (such as subdivisions) where the debris removal addresses a clear public health and safety need. Santa Rosa County requires all homeowners' associations representing private subdivisions or roads to execute a right of entry and hold harmless form before
Hurricane Isaias Update - Community Resources - UPDATES
î„—Hurricane Isaias Update - Community Resources Thursday, October 15, 11:15 a.m. - Updates highlighted Points of Distribution (PODs) - ALL POD LOCATIONS WILL CLOSE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, AT 7 P.M. The following POD locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day until further notice. MREs, water, ice and tarps will be available.Hickory Hammock Baptist Church, 8531 Hickory Hammock Road in East MiltonBray-Hendricks Park in Jay (behind Jay Community Center), 5259 Booker Lane in Jay (Adult diapers are
Hurricane Isaias Update - Community Resources
Hurricane Isaias Update - Community Resources Wednesday, October 14, 11 a.m. - Updates highlighted Points of Distribution (PODs) The following POD locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day until further notice. MREs, water, ice and tarps will be available.Hickory Hammock Baptist Church, 8531 Hickory Hammock Road in East MiltonBray-Hendricks Park in Jay (behind Jay Community Center), 5259 Booker Lane in JayRed Cross will also provide 400 lunches (12 p.m.) at the Bray-Hendricks Park in Jay on
Hurricane Isaias Update #12
î„—Hurricane Isaias Update #12 Tuesday, October 13, 7:10 p.m. - Updates Highlighted Santa Rosa County OfficesSanta Rosa County offices will be opening Wednesday, October 14, with the exception of the libraries.The Central Landfill in Milton is open for regular operations. Credit and debit cards are being accepted.Keep household garbage separate. Regular household garbage collection will continue according to schedules established by residential waste service providers. Household trash, including spoiled
Hurricane Isaias Update #9
Hurricane Isaias Update #9 Sunday, October 11, 11:30 a.m. - Updates Highlighted As Santa Rosa County continues recovery efforts following Hurricane Isaias, residents are asked to follow storm debris collection guidelines to help ensure a safe and efficient cleanup process. The first pass of debris pickup is anticipated to start on Wednesday, October 14. Residents should place storm-generated debris along the public right-of-way, generally the area between the street and the sidewalk, ditch, utility
Hurricane Isaias Update #11
Hurricane Isaias Update #11 Monday, October 12, 6 p.m. - Updates Highlighted Evacuation Orders The Santa Rosa County evacuation order for Zones A, B and C has been rescinded. While the orders have been rescinded, we are urging residents to use extreme caution when returning to Navarre Beach. Visitors should NOT be going to Navarre Beach at this time. Curfew The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office has lifted the curfew from dusk until dawn each day. Points of Distribution (PODs) The
Hurricane Isaias Update #7 - Report Property Damage Online
Hurricane Isaias Update #7 Report property damage online Saturday, October 10, 7:30 a.m. -Updates are highlighted Report Property Damage Residents are asked to report property damage through the Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser's website. Search for your property by either name or street address at https://srcpa.gov/search and use the "Report Damage" button found under the "Owner Information section on your parcel page. If searching by street address, use abbreviations - Dr for Drive, St for
Hurricane Isaias Update #8 - Curfew Enacted
î„—Hurricane Isaias Update #8 - Curfew Enacted Saturday, October 10, 3:15 p.m. - Updates Highlighted Santa Rosa County Public Works crews, along with additional teams including multiple National Guard units, began cut-and-toss operations as soon as winds subsided enough for crews to safely get out and begin working today, Saturday, October 10. From initial post-storm assessment, most of the damage appears to be limited to trees, fences, sheds, and some roof damage. Assessments are ongoing. Residents
UNITED WAY OF WEST FLORIDA CALLS COMMUNITY TO ACTION FOR DAY OF CARING ON NOVEMBER 13
Nonprofits, Schools and Volunteer Teams Invited to Be Part of One of the Area’s Largest Days of Volunteerism PENSACOLA, Fla. - United Way of West Florida is bringing the community together for Day of Caring on Friday, November 13, 2026, and nonprofits, schools, businesses, organizations and volunteer teams throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa counties are invited to get involved. Day of Caring is one of the largest days of volunteerism in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, connecting volunteers with local
Day of Caring 2026
Day of Caring is United Way of West Florida's largest community-wide volunteer event, connecting volunteers and resources with local agencies and schools in need of support. Each year, hundreds of caring individuals roll up their sleeves to make a lasting impact right here in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. We are inviting you to complete an interest form and select a Project Leader Training date at Day of Caring Registration. Training sessions are held virtually through Teams and provide the resources,
