FORT MYERS, Fla. - s4story -- Volunteers who contribute countless hours and dedication to United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades were honored at the organization's annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast.

Held May 4 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers, the event welcomed nearly 250 volunteers, staff, donors and board members in recognition of Volunteer Appreciation Month.

Awards were presented to individuals and organizations for their dedication to the nonprofit and support of its work in the community.

The award recipients were:

• United Way Champion Award – Tom Uhler
• "Day of Caring" Company of the Year – Mattress Firm
• Community Partnership School Partner of the Year – FGCU
• Campaign Coordinator of the Year – Angela Guttery
• Impact Award – Mary Snell
• Community of the Year – Grandezza

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Interim President and CEO Hannah Pelle commended the volunteers for their extraordinary commitment, stating, "It's because of the passion and countless hours our volunteers devote that we're able to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the hundreds of thousands we help each year."

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To learn more about volunteer opportunities with United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades, visit Volunteer.UnitedWayLee.org (https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.0ltHaQpg3qNzgwQPokCGPwzQi3aenF7ItDZ13by-2Biu5cLZuQkSESf5RSPf8uSKalEv4Y_qqnzJJVfxHIRzYO-2F1dHrJHuoqAKOnoDw5eX83Ltl21rGnAMiCywTwsNOQod0GJZs1wHFwP1oTRwn1lyaLOAse0B-2FDi0NJRIkHOPc4d-2FdthdKi0U56W4g...).

About United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades has raised and distributed more than $272 million since its establishment in 1957, with all funds staying local to support a vast network of partner agencies and community programs. Together, the organization serves the community by nurturing youth, strengthening families, helping the elderly and disabled live independently, and empowering neighborhoods by delivering essential health and human services. Visit UnitedWayLee.org (https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.LMdXjQvZ1EPt1gvkZCgHMaYAMwYKs7zW22jEnuZVxVCdBy2N7iJwizV-2BrgB6GfZL6fYd_qqnzJJVfxHIRzYO-2F1dHrJHuoqAKOnoDw5eX83Ltl21rGnAMiCywTwsNOQod0GJZs1wHFwP1oTRwn1lyaLOAse0B-2FDi0NJRIkHOPc4d-2FdthdKi0U56W4g...) to learn more.

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