Archive for October 2021
Analysis: Pandemic Hits ALICE Families Hard
Lower-income people struggled in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic compared to financially stable households, according to a new analysis. “The Pandemic Divide: An ALICE Analysis of COVID Surveys” found a much higher percentage of lower-income people struggling to get by, having lost jobs and income, and wrestling with depression and anxiety. The report comes…
Read MoreIMPACT! Trust Brings Rescue
Trusted Advisors provide a crucial link for Jackson County residents who are struggling. Our partnership with the Great Start Collaborative of Jackson County supports this vital program. Here’s an example of how this effort rescued a couple from being forced to live in their car: A Trusted Advisor met “Kevin” and “Kelly” in a park…
Read MoreIMPACT! Having People’s Backs
Legal issues are the toughest for people who struggle financially to get resolved. Fortunately, we’re able to partner with Legal Services of South Central Michigan to make sure the most vulnerable people of Jackson County get the support they need. Following is a story of how LSSCM stepped up for a local resident: Legal Services…
Read MoreIMPACT! The Power of Trust
Trust is a powerful tool in transforming lives. But it’s also something not easy to come by. That’s where Trusted Advisors come in. Made available through our partnership with the Great Start Collaborative of Jackson County, Trusted Advisors are community members who understand the difficulties and needs of struggling people, and they’re able to step…
Read MoreUnited Way Grants Address Disparities in Vaccine Access
Community grants totaling $50,000 will help local nonprofits and grassroots groups connect underserved people to information and opportunities to get vaccinated against COVID-19. United Way BCKR provided the local grants as part of the Get Vaccinated Michigan campaign led by the Michigan Association of United Ways and the Michigan Nonprofit Association. The statewide effort aims…
Read MoreIMPACT! Music and Mentoring Change a Life
Without a positive male role model, many boys struggle to fit in and build self-esteem. Save Our Youth Help Them Prosper is a great partner with United Way, working to provide mentors and positive guidance for boys and girls alike. Here’s an example: “Bryon” was a shy, quiet 10-year-old African American male who does well…
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