United Way of Long Island

June is National HIV Testing Month. Take action to help Long Island end the epidemic by joining the Suffolk County Ending the HIV Epidemic tomorrow from 11am-3pm at Sun River Health in Wyandanch for free food, music and giveaways and most importantly HIV and STD testing, health screenings and COVID-19 vaccines. #DayofAction You can also view the Blueprint for Ending the Epidemic on the Nassau-Suffolk HIV Health Services Planning Council at https://bit.ly/3gOYgqO.

211 Long Island is a free, non-emergency information service that connects Long Islanders to vital resources recreation for teens, after-school child care, financial counseling, health services, emergency food, programs for veterans and MORE! If you represent a non-profit or government agency or program, and wish to be added to the 211 Long Island database, submit your request at www.211li.org.

May you enjoy the celebrations of Father’s Day.

Together, let's continue to create equity across Long Island and a better life for all people.

Thank you to all of our 386 Workforce Heroes and guests who joined us for today’s Virtual Salute & Recognition Ceremony! Long Island has been put to the test over the last 15 months, and through it all, your efforts have made a profound impact in our community. Thanks to your generosity, today’s Virtual Salute raised funds that will go a long way in helping Long Island families affected by the pandemic including Lily a retired NYPD officer and her husband Winston, a U.S. Arm...y Veteran. We also observed a moment of silence to remember lives lost to COVID-19. United Way's President and CEO, Theresa Regnante was joined by United Way Board Member and Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW President John Durso, as well as lead sponsor Clare Rose, Inc., and the company’s President, Sean Rose. We are grateful to all of our event sponsors: Long Island FQHC, Inc., Ridgewood Savings Bank, STAR Group, Choice For All, Hispanic Brotherhood, Inc., Gurwin Family of Healthcare Services, Local 282 Teamsters, Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW, Martinelli's, National Grid, PSEG Long Island, Suffolk County Community College and Woodward Children's Center. To help families affected by COVID-19 visit www.unitedwayli.org/virtualsalute

One in three Long Island families struggles to heat their homes during the bitter winter months. The need is greater this year than ever with the current health crisis and a struggling economy. Share The Warmth This Winter by supporting Project Warmth at : www.unitedwayli.org/projectwarmth

WINTER STORM WARNING A major winter storm will significantly impact much of the Northeast today into Thursday. Widespread heavy wet snow is expected with major travel disruptions. For more information on the storm visit: https://www.bereadyli.org//prepared-for-the-coming-noreas/

United Way of Long Island’s Youthbuild is an innovative program that equips young adults with technology, leadership skills, and hands on training to successfully excel in fields such construction, health care and manufacturing. YouthBuild students are gaining the critical skills needed to earn their High School diplomas and secure careers in some of Long Island’s fastest growing industries. YouthBuild is now recruiting for its next session beginning on January 18, 2021. If ...you need a high school diploma and a career contact YouthBuild at 631.940.3707 or visit https://rb.gy/vxoymf for more information. Make 2021 your year and apply now!

United Way of Long Island and the New York Department of Labor are offering a FREE 10 Week Virtual Course in Next Generation Construction. The course will cover Hi-Performance and Green Construction Training & Skills, OSHA 10 certification, Hands-on Energy Efficiency, Energy Retrofit and Weatherization training and much more. Training will be held Monday through Friday (4-6 hours each day total of 120 hours) 80% of class is remote, 20% hands-on with social distancing in Deer Park. Open to veterans and unemployed workers. For detailed information and requirements, contact: Kathleen at 631.940.3754 or [email protected] or visit https://rb.gy/msgdmd

United Way of Long Island remembers all those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice on this Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. We thank you for your service.

Thank you to all the companies, individuals and organizations that supported Mission United in honor of our veterans last month. Your support goes a long way in helping Long Island’s veterans and their families get the help and resources they need. For more information on Mission United visit: www.unitedwayli.org/missionunited