Our local communities are unique. They also share similar challenges and dynamics. By joining our United Ways regionally while keeping a local focus, we can deliver far more impact than ever before.
Understanding Racial Equity: A Free 21-Day Learning Journey
The term “racial equity” shows up a lot these days. In news stories and social media posts. On T-shirts and handheld signs. In conversations, both polite and confrontational. But how many of us understand what it actually means? The 21-Day Racial Equity Challenge offers a free, engaging way to learn. The Challenge invites you to…
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Three Years of Seeding Health Funding Yields Positive Results for Battle Creek Nonprofits
BATTLE CREEK — Seeds of funding planted during the global pandemic yielded a harvest of accessible health care for nonprofit workers within the city limits. In partnership with the City of Battle Creek, UWSCMI administered $500,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) COVID-19 relief funding from 2022- 2024. Known as Seeding Health grants, the federal…
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Cereal Sale Benefitting UW Returns to Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK – The Battle Creek Cereal Sale, co-sponsored by Post Consumer Brands and WK Kellogg Co, will offer 10,000 boxes of cereal for sale to raise money to benefit the Battle Creek community. The two companies are donating popular cereal brands, from Kellogg’s Rice Krispies® to Post’s Honey Bunches of Oats® and more, to…
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UWSCMI among recipients of Consumers Energy’s $5 million gift
JACKSON – On the heels of last month’s cold snap, Consumers Energy is pledging $5 million in contributions to Michigan nonprofits – including United Way of South Central Michigan – to help at-risk customers pay their heating bills starting in February. “Consumers Energy is proud to lend a hand to households who need help this…
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A Statement from United Way of South Central Michigan
On January 27, the President issued an Executive Order halting payments from federal grants and loans to nonprofit and government programs nationwide. Described as temporary to allow the Administration time to make sure those programs align with its priorities, the funding pause has been blocked until Monday by a federal judge. While the effects of…
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New Mobile Office to Bring Free Tax Preparation To Eligible Households in Lansing, Capital Area
A new, rolling tax preparation office will make it a little easier for eligible households in Lansing and beyond to get their tax returns done this year. United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) announced the RV-size Free Tax Prep Mobile today. A feature of UWSCMI’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, the Free Tax…
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UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Cooking up a Future for Jackson Youth
Note: During the month of February, United Way is mobilizing to raise dollars for initiatives and programs that address homelessness and housing insecurity. By making a gift today, you can make a difference—right in the community where you live. JACKSON—Like many young people aging out of foster care, Julia* stepped into a world of risks.…
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UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Power of Partnership in Calhoun County
Note: During the month of February, United Way is mobilizing to raise dollars for initiatives and programs that address homelessness and housing insecurity. By making a gift today, you can make a difference—right in the community where you live. BATTLE CREEK—Last year proved pivotal for United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) as it embraced…
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UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Equipping Families in Capital Area
Note: During the month of February, United Way is mobilizing to raise dollars for initiatives and programs that address homelessness and housing insecurity. By making a gift today, you can make a difference—right in the community where you live. LANSING—Think of someone experiencing homelessness, and you probably conjure an image—someone standing on a street corner…
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UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Aiding ALICE in Kalamazoo County
Note: During the month of February, United Way is mobilizing to raise dollars for initiatives and programs that address homelessness and housing insecurity. By making a gift today, you can make a difference—right in the community where you live. KALAMAZOO—On a single, cold January night last year, at least 664 people in Kalamazoo County had…
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