Former Kellanova Philanthropy Officer Joins UWSCMI

August 18, 2026

Stephanie Slingerland, who spearheaded philanthropy and social impact activities worldwide at Kellanova, has joined United Way of South Central Michigan as Executive Engagement Officer. She will also continue to serve…

Cereal Sale Returns to Benefit Battle Creek

February 23, 2026

WK Kellogg Co and Post Consumer Brands are celebrating National Cereal Day a day early with a cereal sale offering 10,000 boxes of cereal to benefit United Way of South…

Local Nonprofits Combine Strengths To Expand Emergency Winter Shelter Services

December 4, 2025

Two local nonprofits combining their unique strengths means a safe and warm place to sleep for many unhoused people this winter. Starting Dec. 1, Ministry with Community (MwC) and Housing…

Haircare Done Right: Samson’s Haircare

October 23, 2025

Established in 2016, Samson’s Haircare is a maker of men’s hair-care products that has grown exponentially over the last decade. Co-owned by Adam Muncy and Jake Hamlet and located in…

Annual Survey: Kalamazoo County Homelessness Rising

July 18, 2025

PIT Count Sees Highest Total Since 2011; Collective Effort Needed to Find Solutions, Says CoC An annual one-night survey of homelessness in Kalamazoo County found 127 more people without a…

Cereal Sale Benefitting UW Returns to Battle Creek

February 25, 2025

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…

A Statement from United Way of South Central Michigan

January 29, 2025

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…

UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Power of Partnership in Calhoun County

January 27, 2025

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…

UNITED IS THE WAY HOME: Aiding ALICE in Kalamazoo County

January 27, 2025

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…