- December 4, 2025
Community Foundation and United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties held its Annual Impact Celebration on Friday, Sept. 26, highlighting the impact of the nonprofits work in the community and recognizing individuals who have made a difference.
The theme of the celebration was "Rooted in Local Giving" and gave the nonprofit an opportunity to speak about its strategic plan and how its four pillars — philanthropy, impact, communication and organizational excellence — have been put into action.
"Philanthropy in Volusia and Flagler Counties isn’t just about generosity — it’s about strategy, sustainability, and unity," Women United Volusia Vice Chair Lauren Wilmot said. "At the Community Foundation and United Way, we define philanthropy as a powerful partnership between donors, nonprofits, and community volunteers, all working together to create lasting change."
United Way's workplace campaigns raised $1.5 million in 2024-2025, and the nonprofit has seeded two new community endowments this year to address food insecurity and strengthen the Flagler community.
Since last year's Annual Impact Celebration, the Community Foundation and United Way saw 12 new funds established.
"This now brings us to over 40 unique funds to serve our community at large — from arts and culture to faith-based organizations, financial education programs and many more," said board member and former chair Nicole Miller. "These charitable funds mean continuous, sustainable funding for our nonprofit partners, investments in solutions for our community’s most pressing issues, and a commitment to philanthropy."
This year, the nonprofit reached a milestone of $20 million in assets under management, meaning more dollars invested into education, grants and community initiatives, she said.
The celebration also recognized the following honorees:
"As we look ahead, we’re excited about what’s on the horizon: Fund Choice giving opportunities, continued fund growth, a refresh of our strategic plan, and bold new pillars that will spark a true grant-making revolution," said Courtney Edgcomb, president and CEO of CF/UWVFC. "And, we’ll be celebrating a major milestone — our 85th anniversary — with even more ways to engage and give back."
