Awards Highlight Power of Volunteerism
The power of volunteerism gained the spotlight at the 2017 Community Volunteer Awards ceremony held Thursday in downtown Battle Creek.…
New CEO Looks Ahead
Editor’s note: In the following interview, newly named President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Sargent shares his thoughts on United…
Mentoring Our Kids, Changing Their Future.
UNITED WE WIN by helping the at-risk children of our community realize their full potential and helping them develop a…
RAWK: Unleashing the power of writing
Writing can be scary. Sharing that writing with others can be even more nerve-wracking. But in one special classroom at…
Domestic Violence Survivors Are Finding Their Pathway To Stability
UNITED WE WIN when we work together for safe housing, counseling and financial stability for survivors of domestic violence. United…
Fatherhood in Focus
There’s no question that when it comes to healthy babies and healthy families, a mother’s role is crucial. But what…
Generous Spirit Brings In 55,000 Diapers
The Battle Creek and Kalamazoo region showed its generosity once again by donating 55,134 new diapers to the area’s first…
Infant Mortality Affects Us All
I was two months pregnant with my first child when I became aware of our community’s infant mortality crisis. Still…
Security and Stability For Our Most Vulnerable Neighbors
We help protect vulnerable adults from neglect, injury and exploitation. United Way of Jackson County supports a Guardian Services Program…