Archive for October 2016
United Way Begins Leadership Transition
Dear friends of United Way, The impact work we do is a partnership – a shared effort between United Way, community agencies and you. Whatever good we accomplish, we accomplish together. In the spirit of that partnership, I’m committed to keeping you informed of changes to our organization. After a great deal of thought,…
Read MoreGUARDIANS HELP PROVIDE A LIFE OF STABILITY
We believe it’s important to protect the interests of incapacitated adults who may be vulnerable to exploitation, neglect or injury. Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to fund an Adult Guardian Program. These guardians and conservators are court-appointed to advocate and make decisions on care, custody, medical treatment and finances. Your support stops…
Read MoreKEEP JACKSON HEALTHY, MAKE JACKSON PROSPEROUS!
We believe all people should have the opportunity to embrace a healthy lifestyle so they can live, work and succeed. Your support has made it possible to remove obstacles that prevent families and individuals from maintaining their own health and allowing them to work or continue their education. Project Access is a United Way created…
Read MoreRIGHTS, BASIC NEEDS & ABUSE! PROTECTING OUR MOST VULNERABLE CITIZENS
We believe Jackson’s most at-risk population should have their rights and access to their most basic needs protected. Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to fund Legal Services to very low income individuals and families. This program provides a full range of legal services to qualifying families and individuals, with the goal of…
Read MoreSAFETY & STABILITY FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS
We believe women and children who are survivors of domestic violence should have the tools they need to have a life of safety, stability and success. Your support has made it possible for the United Way of Jackson County to fund the Trauma Counseling at the AWARE Shelter. Survivors of domestic and sexual violence have…
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