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One Week, 1,000 Acts of Care: Volunteer with us for United Way Days
Strong communities are built when people show up for one another, and United Way Days offers an opportunity to do exactly that. United Way Days, set for Oct. 26–30, will unite community members, nonprofits and businesses through volunteer opportunities and a challenge to complete 1,000 Acts of Care in one week. Participants can join individually,…
Read MoreFormer Kellanova Philanthropy Officer Joins UWSCMI
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 as Executive Director, Kellogg Company 25-Year Employees’ Fund, a role which she has held for the last decade. “Stephanie has long been an energetic member…
Read MoreCereal Sale Back For Summer, Set For Aug. 26
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – WK Kellogg Co and Post Consumer Brands are partnering again to offer cereal at discounted pricing to benefit the Battle Creek community. Each company has donated 5,000 boxes of popular cereals to sell at $2 a box, with no purchase limit, on Wednesday, Aug. 26, in Battle Creek. Proceeds from the…
Read MoreWelcoming the 25-Year Employees’ Fund to United Way of South Central Michigan
United Way of South Central Michigan is honored to begin providing administrative support for the 25‑Year Employees’ Fund, an independent charitable fund that supports former Kellogg Company, Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co employees with 25 or more years of service who face hardship in retirement, as well as their surviving spouses or dependents. Founded in…
Read MoreShining Light on Volunteers: Residents Who Serve Community
United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) is spotlighting the community impact of volunteers by recognizing eight individuals for their thousands of hours combined of selfless service. “We’re shining a light on the amazing people and nonprofit partners who make a powerful, lasting difference in communities throughout our six-county region,” said Chris Sargent, President &…
Read MoreAnalysis of Governor Whitmer Budget Priorities FY 2027
Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s FY ’26-’27 Executive Budget Recommendation was presented to a joint meeting of the Michigan Senate and House Appropriations Committees. The $88.1 billion budget ($13.6 billion General Fund) includes limited tax relief, some tax and fee increase requests, a pull from reserves and limited new spending, mostly targeted at education programs. The new revenue would come…
Read MoreJackson Organizations Receive Disaster Relief Funding
In the fall of 2025, SNAP benefit delays prompted the activation of United Way of South Central Michigan’s Disaster Relief Fund in Jackson County for the first time. United Way’s Disaster Relief Fund proactively supports response and recovery during times of crisis – natural or human-made – that affect individuals and families below the ALICE (Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed)…
Read More211: More Than A Number
Today, February 11 (2-11), we celebrate National 211 Day – an annual observance celebrating the three-digit number that helps millions of people in the U.S. and Canada – including those in South Central Michigan. 211 is a free, vital resource for residents who need assistance with disaster, food, health care, mental health, insurance, stable housing,…
Read MoreCapital Area Child Care Coalition Receives Renewed Funding to Strengthen Regional Child Care System
The Capital Area Child Care Coalition (CACCC), co-led by the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCM) and Capital Area Michigan Works! (CAMW!), and 70+ coalition members has received renewed funding to continue strengthening the regional child care system across Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties. The renewed $100,000 investment is provided through the Regional Child Care Coalition Grant, administered…
Read MoreVolunteers Sought as VITA Plans Free Tax Clinics
With the holiday season in full swing, many people are turning their thoughts to what comes after: tax season. United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) announced that it will hold free tax preparation clinics in early 2026 and is recruiting volunteers now to help those clinics run smoothly. “Every year, thousands of individuals leave…
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