“That everything great that has ever happened to humanity since the beginning, has begun with a single thought in someone's mind and if anyone of us is capable of such a great thought then all of us has the same capacity, capability, because we are all the same.”  Yanni

The definition of “Advocate” is, according to Webster’s Dictionary,

1 : one that pleads the cause of another; specifically : one that pleads the cause of another before a tribunal or judicial court
2 : one that defends or maintains a cause or proposal
3 : one that supports or promotes the interests of another

We are all advocates in our own way.  We care about the welfare of loved ones and try to make a difference in our communities.  Yet there are times when a problem or issue seems so daunting that we might wonder what one person can do; might wonder what difference can one person make.

A lot!

Call us if you want to get involved in changing or developing policies, statues, and legislation that impact the daily lives of our fellow citizens.  We will be glad to provide you with lawmaker contacts, help you find current or pending legislation, and refer you to “people in the know” who might be able and willing to add their voice, their time in pursuit of improving lives for the common good.

United Way is focusing on three areas – education, income and health (see the Our Work tab).  If you’d like to join our team, just give us a call.  There might be a time we need a few phone calls made or letters written educating policy makers and community decision makers.  You can be a big help to United Way and UW’s work in St. Johns County.

It only takes one.  It only takes you.  Thank you.

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