Dear City of Jacksonville Team,

Each year, our United Way campaign offers us an opportunity to come together as public servants and neighbors to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most across our community.

Jacksonville is a city built on compassion, resilience, and a shared commitment to lifting one another up. Through our partnership with United Way, we can support programs that provide critical services—helping families achieve financial stability, ensuring children succeed in school, and improving health outcomes for our most vulnerable residents.

As City employees, we see firsthand the challenges many in our community face. This campaign is one more way we can extend our impact beyond our daily work and into the lives of those who rely on the strength of our collective generosity.

I encourage each of you to consider participating in this year’s campaign in whatever way is meaningful to you. Whether through a financial contribution, volunteering your time, or simply spreading awareness, every action helps build a stronger, more equitable Jacksonville.

In the coming days, you will receive additional information about how to give and get involved. I hope you will join me in supporting this important effort.

Thank you for all that you do every day to serve our city—and for helping make Jacksonville a place where everyone can thrive.

With gratitude,

Donna Deegan
Mayor, City of Jacksonville