FORT MYERS, Fla. - eTradeWire -- During a community press conference held on June 3, 2026, United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades called on the community to be "One in a Million" to help close a remaining $1.6 million funding gap and ensure continued support for critical programs and services serving thousands of families across the region.

Community leaders, partners, donors and partner agencies gathered to highlight the growing need, share the impact of campaign-funded programs and encourage community participation through the organization's One in a Million campaign.

Like many nonprofits across the country, United Way has faced growing economic pressures, reduced grant funding and increased community need and is currently working to close a significant funding gap in its $11.5 million annual campaign. Fulfilling the campaign goal is critical in order for United Way to fully support its 92 partner agencies and United Way-operated programs that improve the lives of more than 500,000 people in the community.

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One example of community leaders helping build momentum toward the campaign goal is a significant $250,000 commitment from Lee Health through the Lee Health Foundation. Of the total contribution, $132,000 will directly support United Way's WeCare program, which provides access to specialty medical care and services for uninsured and underserved residents in Lee County. All of the funds provided align with the commitment made by Lee Health in its 2024 conversion to continue its 110 year mission of caring for Lee County's residents.

Additionally, United Way is proud to announce two generous matching gifts that are combining to help amplify community giving during this time, including a $100,000 match from a private family foundation and another $100,000 match from Linda and Tom Uhler, longtime United Way supporters. The combined $200,000 match is designed to increase the impact of every dollar contributed as the organization works to close the remaining gap.

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Despite the generous commitments announced today, a substantial funding gap remains. While these contributions have reduced the remaining need to approximately $1.3 million, community support remains more urgent than ever. United Way encourages residents, businesses and philanthropic partners to consider making a gift, fulfilling outstanding pledges or participating in workplace giving efforts as part of a community-wide effort to ensure programs and services remain available to thousands who rely on them.

To learn more about United Way and to contribute to the annual campaign, visit UnitedWayLee.org/Donate (https://www.unitedwaylee.org/donate).