United Way Suncoast
Ellen Hochschwender, a skilled professional with extensive experience in grant management and corporate philanthropy, has worked in various non-profit organizations such as MacDonald Training Center, Inc., Frameworks of Tampa Bay, Alpha House of Tampa, and The Franciscan Center. Ellen holds a B.A. in English from Georgetown University and has a strong background in development, communications, and grant writing. Currently, Ellen serves as the Director of Corporate Philanthropy at United Way Suncoast, where Ellen continues to make a positive impact in the community.
United Way Suncoast
United Way Suncoast serves DeSoto, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pinellas and Sarasota counties. For more than 80 years, United Way Suncoast has helped millions of deserving people and has been the charitable partner for hundreds of area agencies, businesses and civic organizations. During nearly nine decades of service, United Way has invested millions of dollars that directly and indirectly touch nearly every Suncoast man, woman and child. United Way Suncoast focuses its leadership and resources on three Impact Agenda priorities: Early Literacy (0-12) Ensure that children are surpassing key school readiness and early grade reading benchmarks. Youth Success (13-18) Ensure that children are graduating form high school with the skills necessary to pursue post-secondary education or vocational training. Financial Stability (18+) Ensure adults achieve long-term financial stability by developing the skills and opportunities to obtain family sustaining employment.