UWM joins community efforts to spread domestic violence awareness in October Often overlooked or misunderstood, domestic violence is a community health issue that impacts one in three women and one in seven men in our metro. Last year local organizations received more...
Empowering women through leadership and strategic investments. March is a busy month! It’s a time when people are in the throes of filing their taxes, planning spring break with the family and getting excited about the upcoming warm weather. This month is also time...
Connecting people to services that will help them live their best life! There’s much to celebrate! On February 11th, United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline celebrates “2-1-1 Day” and 15 years of service to Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. The 2-1-1 helpline,...
The 2-1-1 helpline is increasing access for those in need throughout Nebraska and Southwest Iowa by providing free connections to local services through text message. Users can now connect to an information and referral specialist by texting their zip code to 898211....
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: A Multi-generational Approach Symposium Series: June 2017 Poverty is a complex condition that cannot be addressed with a single solution. It affects individuals, families, neighborhoods and entire communities. Its impact is felt by...
United Way of the Midlands (UWM) is proud to announce it will receive a gift of $60,000 from Cox Communications over the next three years to support operations at the 2-1-1 helpline. DOWNLOAD FULL PRESS RELEASE
