Archive for October 2022
IMPACT! Helping ALICE Beyond a Barrier
ALICE – Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. This describes the thousands of Jackson County residents who fill jobs we count on every day, yet they struggle financially. One huge expense many of them face is child care. United Way is proud to collaborate with Child Care Network to provide scholarships that are making a huge…
Read MoreIMPACT! Giving Hope to Students
You know the old saying: “It takes a village.” That’s especially true for young people dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They benefit best when surrounded by caring champions. Fortunately, our partner Student Advocacy Center brings the right people together to help those students succeed: “Kayla,” a first grader with Autism Spectrum Disorder, was removed from…
Read MoreIMPACT! JUMPing into a Better Life
We’re proud of our partnership with Family Service & Children’s Aid’s JUMP program (Just Understand My Potential). JUMP provides at-risk juveniles with services to promote regular school attendance, employability, improved behavioral choices, better family relationships, and prevent future prosecution or recidivism. A 15-year-old client was referred to JUMP for substance use prevention and education. After…
Read MoreLocal UW Leaders Meet with Biden Administration
Leaders from three Michigan United Ways met with the Biden Administration in Washington, D.C., this week to discuss how pandemic-related federal programs are helping United Ways and their community partners statewide meet local needs, especially for those who are considered low- and middle-income and who identify within the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population.…
Read MoreHow Greater Impact Really Happens
Editor’s note: On Oct. 12, United Way representatives from Michigan met with U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and other administration officials at the White House. They shared how United Ways across the state have collaborated with local elected officials, nonprofits and other partners to help communities recover from the economic effects of COVID-19. Chris Sargent,…
Read MoreIMPACT! Finding Housing – and Trust
United Way is proud to collaborate with the Great Start Collaborative of Jackson County on the Trusted Advisors program. Trusted Advisors connect with Jackson County residents who are struggling and need someone they can rely on: “Sally” and her children had difficulty getting stable housing. They had been in the shelter, but their time there…
Read MoreIMPACT! Guiding Through Grief
Jackson County residents struggling with tough times can turn to Catholic Charities of Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties, a partner we’re proud to support thanks to your contributions. One of the toughest times happens when a parent loses a child. Thankfully, there’s hope: Margaret sought bereavement counseling after her youngest son was killed. Her son’s…
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