Mentoring Our Kids, Changing Their Future.

July 17, 2017

UNITED WE WIN by helping the at-risk children of our community realize their full potential and helping them develop a…

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RAWK: Unleashing the power of writing

July 14, 2017

Writing can be scary. Sharing that writing with others can be even more nerve-wracking. But in one special classroom at…

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Domestic Violence Survivors Are Finding Their Pathway To Stability

July 11, 2017

UNITED WE WIN when we work together for safe housing, counseling and financial stability for survivors of domestic violence. United…

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Anthony's Story

July 3, 2017

Anthony’s Story: Homeownership Achieved When Anthony Spencer signed the paperwork to purchase his new home, it marked the end of…

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Fatherhood in Focus

June 28, 2017

There’s no question that when it comes to healthy babies and healthy families, a mother’s role is crucial. But what…

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Generous Spirit Brings In 55,000 Diapers

June 21, 2017

The Battle Creek and Kalamazoo region showed its generosity once again by donating 55,134 new diapers to the area’s first…

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Infant Mortality Affects Us All

June 15, 2017

I was two months pregnant with my first child when I became aware of our community’s infant mortality crisis. Still…

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Security and Stability For Our Most Vulnerable Neighbors

June 13, 2017

We help protect vulnerable adults from neglect, injury and exploitation. United Way of Jackson County supports a Guardian Services Program…

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Chris Sargent Named President & CEO

June 12, 2017

Chris Sargent, a Battle Creek resident with nearly two decades of nonprofit leadership, including multiple roles with United Way, has…

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Pop-Up Giving Shows Value of Giving Together

June 12, 2017

The power of collaborative giving was on full display at the June 6 launch of Pop-Up Giving. More than 80…

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