PB PERS UnitedWay PBC
Talked with Alexia Savage, Sr VP Communications & Resource Development, United Way PBC. The United Way of Palm Beach County works closely with 211 to help connect people with necessary services. They work has a "Hub/Umbrella" agency funding/coordinating with a host of charities/services in the county. United Way is helping with funding for the folks in the Bahamas and with Bahamian citizens who've come to PBC get assistance. They're also launching a new initiative called Mission United to address the needs of the 80,000 military veterans in our county. Listeners can get involved by volunteering, donating, receive services by calling 211 or going to www.unitedwaypbc.org