Friends and Neighbors,
Communities are strongest when people come together with a shared purpose. That belief is what makes me proud to serve as Board Chair of United Way of Southern Cameron County. Every day, I see people across our community stepping up to make a difference, and I'm grateful to be part of an organization that brings those efforts together to create lasting change.
For more than 65 years, United Way of Southern Cameron County has united people, businesses, nonprofits, and community partners to improve lives across Southern Cameron County. Through our focus on Youth Opportunity, Healthy Community, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency, we are creating opportunities, strengthening families, and building a community where everyone has the chance to thrive.
The impact of this work can be seen in many ways. This past year, volunteers prepared 4,772 free tax returns, helping local families keep more of the money they earned. When a local apartment fire displaced 27 households, our community came together to provide food and housing assistance, demonstrating what is possible when we work together for the good of others.
As we look ahead, I invite you to be part of what comes next. Together, we can continue building a stronger Southern Cameron County, one where every person has the opportunity to succeed.
Give back. Get involved. Take action.
Thank you for being part of our community. I hope you'll join us as we continue improving lives across Southern Cameron County.
Carlos Garza
Board Chair
United Way of Southern Cameron County