Archive for January 2017
Driving Change and Impact In Our Community
“We’re all in this together and need to stand beside each other to build a better community.” Keri Wood from Eaton Aerospace and United Way Volunteer. Keri Wood is one of the newest member of our Campaign Cabinet. She has been volunteering her time to provide direction and leadership for our fundraising efforts for just…
Read MoreCreating a Community Vision
United Way plays an active role in a broad-based effort to tackle — and resolve — the biggest issues facing Battle Creek, particularly among vulnerable children and families. BCVision is a community-driven effort to create a thriving place to live in Battle Creek. Formed in 2014, it brings together people from every sector to define…
Read MoreYour Impact On Our Community
This week we have a video Story of IMPACT from our Volunteer of the Year, Ted Ykimoff. Why does your gift matter?
Read MoreYouth United Way Launches RFP
Coming together to make a difference in our community through the empowerment of youth. That mission statement gets to the heart of Youth United Way, which engages young people in community action. YUW has launched a Request For Proposal process, inviting grant requests for up to $6,000 supporting programs that address racism and/or college and…
Read MorePreventing Teenage Pregnancies and Keeping Girls In School
We believe reducing the number of teenage mothers in our community is just one step of many in creating a community rich in opportunities and free from poverty. The Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative was formed in 2005 by UWJC and continues today as part of the Jackson County Health Department. TPPI seeks to improve adolescent…
Read MoreThe Dream for Racial Healing
Matt Lynn, Director of Community Impact, shares his perspective on race in light of the first National Day of Racial Healing, January 17, 2017. I was born in the aftermath of the 1960s. I can remember the conversations my parents would have with their friends as they recalled different events and activities they were a…
Read MoreHonoring the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
United Way honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Our offices in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo will be closed on Monday, January 16, in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Honoring Dr. King goes far beyond a holiday. United Way will be involved in community events supporting equity, and our…
Read MoreWe Believe Troubled Teens Can Be Redirected
We believe in second chances. We believe troubled teens who are going down the wrong path can be redirected. We want these kids to grow into responsible adults who are financially independent. Your United Way of Jackson County support allows us to fund a Juvenile Diversion and Truancy Prevention Program that provides at-risk juveniles with…
Read MoreKeeping The Heat On
With 41 percent of local households in or near poverty, it’s easy for many families to get behind on their utility bills – a reality that’s dangerous when frosty weather sets in. Fortunately, people can get help in several ways, including through United Way partners and funded programs. If you’re behind, the first step is…
Read MoreEnsuring A Stable Tomorrow By Investing In Our Youth Today
We believe we can eliminate poverty in our community, in part, by preparing struggling students to succeed in school. Our elementary aged students have a greater chance of graduating high school if they are reading at grade level by the 4th grade. Your support makes it possible for United Way of Jackson County to give…
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