2017: A Year of Impact

December 30, 2017

The end of one year and dawn of another is a natural time of reflection and gratitude. At United Way…

United When Disaster Strikes

December 27, 2017

When a 2016 mass shooting in Kalamazoo left six people dead and two seriously wounded, United Way joined with community…

Gwen's Story

December 20, 2017

Gwen’s Story: A Century of Impact Volunteer Profile Gwen Tulk has been changing lives and inspiring others for nearly all…

Zoetis Employee Wins 2017 Sweepstakes

December 13, 2017

This year, the holiday gift-giving season took on a whole new level of excitement for Cheryl Hawkes. Hawkes, a Kalamazoo…

Outfitting Kids with Shoes and Smiles

December 11, 2017

[su_label type=”info”]AGENCY SPOTLIGHT: FIRST DAY SHOE FUND[/su_label] Leatrice Fullerton joined First Day Shoe Fund earlier this year as a program…

Creating Strong and Enduring Relationships That Improves The Lives Kids Facing Adversity

December 5, 2017

UNITED WE WIN by changing the lives of children facing adversity. United Way of Jackson County supports community-based mentorship through…

Carol's Story

November 30, 2017

‘We Don’t Have to be Afraid of Each Other.’ Volunteer Profile Carol Hindbaugh can be found every Monday and Friday…

Fighting Elderly Abuse, Neglect, and Homelessness In Our Community

November 21, 2017

UNITED WE FIGHT for the safety and stability of the vulnerable in Jackson County. Your support provides quality assisted living…

Making Every Week 'Impact Week'

November 20, 2017

[su_label type=”info”]IMPACT WEEK[/su_label] President & CEO Chris Sargent reflects on our coverage of Impact Week and how United Way is…

Melrose's Story

November 17, 2017