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Launching Today: UWSCMI’s Community Connect
Join us in our new online community to learn more about United Way’s work, build relationships, and help strengthen our region United Way of South Central Michigan is excited to introduce Community Connect, a new online space where people across our region can come together to learn, build relationships, share ideas, and take action for…
Read MoreTri-County Partners Launch Capital Cares Collaboration to Strengthen Access to Health and Human Services
The Eaton County Human Services Collaborative Council (HSCC), in partnership with the Clinton County Building Stronger Communities Collaborative (BSCC), the Ingham County Power of WE Consortium, and the Regional Housing Partnership, is proud to announce the successful launch of the Capital Cares Collaboration—a regional effort designed to strengthen connections between residents and essential community resources.…
Read MoreState Budget Signed with Significant Investments for ALICE
Fiscal Year 2025-26 State Budget Signed with Significant Investments for ALICE United Way of South Central Michigan applauds the Michigan Legislature and Governor Whitmer for successfully negotiating a final state budget deal that included many wins for our region and the work we do to support ALICE and the families we serve. Some highlights of…
Read MoreKalamazoo Continuum of Care Comprehensive Strategic Plan to End Homelessness in Kalamazoo County Sessions
Please share the following details widely within your networks, especially with individuals who are currently unhoused or have recently been housed. Your support in getting this information out to those who need it most is greatly appreciated! The Kalamazoo County Continuum of Care is currently in the process of developing a Comprehensive Strategic Plan to…
Read MoreMCSC Announces September and October Trainings
Join the Michigan Community Service Commission for our Volunteer Management Basics Series, hosted each Tuesdays this fall. Seasoned professionals from the field of Volunteer Management will provide insight and tools for developing the skill set of volunteer managers who may be new to the profession or would like a refresher course. The Volunteer Management Basics…
Read MoreProposals Sought for Day/Night Shelter Services To Aid Unhoused During Upcoming Cold Weather Season
Local government and nonprofit partners are inviting proposals from qualified, experienced service providers willing to operate daytime and nighttime shelters for people experiencing homelessness during the coming cold months. The Kalamazoo County Continuum of Care, United Way of South Central Michigan, Kalamazoo County Government, and the City of Kalamazoo together issued the Request For Proposal…
Read MoreUnited Ways Joining Forces In Alliance to Benefit Local Families
Albion-Homer United Way (AHUW) has entered a business alliance with United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) in which AHUW will come under the operational umbrella of UWSCMI while strengthening its local focus and impact. Marcia Starkey, AHUW Executive Director, said the alliance preserves the local United Way’s ability to invest local dollars in programs…
Read MoreVolunteer Fair Connects Helping Hands with Community
United Way of South Central Michigan will help local nonprofits recruit volunteers to serve their community through a Volunteer Fair at Michigan State University. The event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Michigan State University’s Student Services Building, 556 E. Circle Drive. More than 40 nonprofits will be represented. There will…
Read MoreInvesting in What Matters Most
Over nearly four decades in the financial services industry, Darlene Hybels has found much to appreciate about the financial services firm she calls her professional home. Hybels, beginning with Roney & Co, LLC in October 1987 and then Raymond James & Associates, Inc. following its purchase of Roney & Co., LLC in June 1999, is…
Read MoreAnnual Survey: Kalamazoo County Homelessness Rising
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 place to call home compared to last year’s count, reaching the highest number overall since 2011. The Kalamazoo County Continuum of Care’s annual Point-In-Time (PIT)…
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