Capital 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…
Consortium Aims for Rapid Social Services Response When Disasters Strike Capital Area
A community disaster or crisis is never a question of “if,” but “when.” To better prepare, United Way of South…
Volunteers 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…
Local Nonprofits Combine Strengths To Expand Emergency Winter Shelter Services
Two local nonprofits combining their unique strengths means a safe and warm place to sleep for many unhoused people this…
Giving Tuesday 2025: Where You Can Give
Tuesday, December 2 marks the 13th annual Giving Tuesday. Started in 2012 by Henry Timms, Giving Tuesday is considered a…
UWSCMI Invests in Small Business. Here’s Why You Should Too.
Emily Olivares (she/her/ella) is the Associate Director of Small Business at UWSCMI. Here at United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI), we invest in…
UWSCMI Celebrates ‘Notable Leader’ Stephanie Slingerland
Stephanie Slingerland has been named “Notable Leader in Philanthropy” by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business. Slingerland is Immediate Past Chair of…
Invitation Open for 2026-27 Community Impact Grants
United Way of South Central Michigan has released a Grant Guide and an invitation to apply for the 2026-27 Community…
Haircare Done Right: Samson’s Haircare
Established in 2016, Samson’s Haircare is a maker of men’s hair-care products that has grown exponentially over the last decade.…
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…