Facts at a Glance
Measurable Impact. Transformational Service.
A snapshot of UFCF’s mission, programs, milestones, and community impact across Central Florida.
Mission & Vision
Empowering communities one family at a time globally.
The United Foundation of Central Florida, Inc. enhances the quality of life for children, youth, and families in underserved communities by providing educational opportunities, mentorship, and resources that foster empowerment, self-sufficiency, and global transformation.
UFCF envisions a world where every child and family, regardless of zip code, has access to the opportunities, resources, and support needed to thrive.
Impact Snapshot
UFCF by the numbers
Our Focus
Where UFCF serves
Area Served
- Orange County, Florida
- Osceola County, Florida
- Seminole County, Florida
- Polk County, Florida
- Central Florida communities with high need
Core Service Areas
- Prevention and intervention
- Education and youth development
- Career preparedness and entrepreneurship
- Health, wellness, and hygiene support
- Food security and family support
Foundation Goals
- Expand student mentorship
- Increase scholarship access
- Strengthen food distribution
- Build community partnerships
- Create pathways to long-term stability
Programs & Initiatives
How UFCF turns mission into action
Future Leaders United
After-school enrichment and mentoring focused on leadership, college readiness, career preparation, and life after high school.
Food Distribution Program
Community food support helping families access essential nutrition and relief during periods of need.
Educational Scholarship Program
Financial assistance supporting FLU graduates as they pursue higher education and long-term success.
College Tours Program
Exposure-based learning experiences that help students explore college options and imagine future possibilities.
Taste of Pine Hills
A community celebration designed to unify residents, showcase culture, and strengthen neighborhood pride.
Senior Computer Program
Digital literacy support helping seniors gain confidence and access in an increasingly technology-driven world.
Pine Hills Forward
Neighborhood revitalization, early-intervention outreach, and strategic community-building efforts.
Youth Innovation & Empowerment
Expanded youth programming focused on leadership, innovation, mentorship, and workforce readiness.
Leadership
Transformational leadership
Sandra Fatmi-Hall
Founder, CEO & Executive Director
Mrs. Sandra Fatmi-Hall leads UFCF as a transformational community advocate committed to youth development, family empowerment, mentorship, and long-term community impact.
Milestones
A decade of service and growth
UFCF was founded by community leaders dedicated to empowering youth and families through education, opportunity, and service.
Introduced mentoring programming at Maynard Evans High School to support student transition, success, and academic achievement.
Rebranded youth programming as Future Leaders United and launched the UFCF Educational Scholarship Fund.
Responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by launching weekly food distribution efforts serving families and individuals across Central Florida.
Opened UFCF’s first Community Solutions Center and expanded food security, scholarship, and family support efforts.
Awarded $50,000 in scholarships to 43 FLU graduates and expanded early-intervention outreach through the Pine Hills Program.
Reached major impact milestones, including $47M+ in economic impact, 300,000+ hours of service and programming, $500,000+ in scholarships, $60,000 in alumni support, and 15 million pounds of food distributed.