United for a Good Cause, Inc.
We bring young people, families, volunteers, businesses and schools together to meet real needs in our community — and to help young people lead.
We organize charity events, seminars, and other activities that give young people the opportunity to serve and give to their community.
What we do
Our roots are Hispanic. Our mission belongs to everyone.
A free Christmas fiesta where every child goes home with a gift.
One day each December, families come together for food, music and celebration. Everything is free, everyone is welcome, and every child who attends receives a gift.
Making sure no child is missed.
If a family cannot make it to the fiesta, Santa's Sleigh Ride gives them another chance to get their toys or bikes — or volunteers bring them right to the door.
Lead. Empower. Act. Discover.
Nine leadership events so far, and more than 350 local students. Conferences and summits where young people hear from speakers worth listening to — and find out what they can do.
Supporting students who are learning English.
We helped create the ELL CommUNITY CONNECTions Committee, supporting English Language Learner students in Okaloosa County schools — and we are still part of it today.
Our story
In 2005 we held our first fiesta for children in need. Everything was free, and everyone was welcome. That fiesta grew into an organization that serves all young people in our region.
2005
The first fiesta for children in need. Everything free, open to all, regardless of race, ethnicity or creed.
2012
Our leaders formed a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on all youth in the region. The fiesta became the Emerald Coast Christmas Miracle Fiesta.
Today
Christmas gifts for thousands of children, youth leadership events, and support for students learning English.
Get involved
Give your time and talents. Help at the fiesta, at a leadership event, or behind the scenes.
Your gift helps pay for our programs, events and supplies, and gives direct support to local families.
Partner with us to reach more families, keep our programs going, and serve more young people.
Questions? We are happy to help.
