Heirloom Arts: Building More Than a Business
When Tempest Anderson co-founded Heirloom Arts, LLC, in 2018, they couldn’t have anticipated the challenges they would face in the…
American Rescue Plan Investments
“United” is the operative word in United Way’s name. Working together is how communities tackle the toughest issues. The collaboration…
Seeding Grants
A new type of grant from United Way BCKR represents a crucial step toward more equitable funding of partners and…
United for Ukraine
The impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine are devastating and far-reaching, and include additional risks of violence and discrimination…
Black History Month Spotlight: Month in Review
This year in honor of Black History Month, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region invited staff and…
IMPACT! Back to School Makes a Difference
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed many students into a virtual classroom. While that worked fine for some, others struggled to keep…
IMPACT! Housing for the Formerly Incarcerated
Housing is a basic need and a crucial right in American society. Yet many people who have been incarcerated in…
IMPACT! UW & Labor Partnership Delivers
The start of a new year is my favorite time to pause and reflect on the successes and setbacks of…
IMPACT! UW & Labor Partnership Delivers
The start of a new year is my favorite time to pause and reflect on the successes and setbacks of…
IMPACT! Tackling Trauma in Teens
Mental health can be influenced in many ways—traumatic events, substance abuse, depression and anxiety, and much more. Jackson County residents…