The Heart of Florida United Way hosted its inaugural Change Maker Impact Awards on Sept. 24, 2018 at the Church Street Ballroom in downtown Orlando. The Change Maker Impact Awards recognizes individuals and organizations that create positive change in Central Florida.

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs was recognized as the Change Maker of the Year for her support and leadership in responding to Hurricane Maria and assisting victims and evacuees from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. She joins an introductory class of nine Change Maker honorees.