First of all, thank you to all the individuals and companies that contributed more than $30,000 to the UWGT COVID-19 Relief Fund! Check out the story below for where the first installment of grants is helping in our community.
The coming year is likely to be one of the hardest our community has faced in a long time. But United Way is built for this challenge.
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As of last week, we've awarded just over $14,000 in COVID-19 relief grants to local nonprofits!
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One of the new developments to arise from our weekly partner video calls is a food distribution map. This interactive map is hosted by the Shawnee County K-State Extension and will be regularly updated to show the different locations around the county to access meals and food pantry items.
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Has social distancing got you feeling disconnected? The Shawnee County Community Cares Line has a friendly voice to lift your spirits! Volunteers answer this “warm line” from 9 to 5 weekdays.
We need your help! Please take our quick 10-question survey so that we can use your feedback to continue to serve you and our community in the best possible way!
Anyone is eligible! Click here to participate.
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We are truly living in interesting times, and the impulse to serve your community may be greater than ever. Whether you live in Shawnee, Jackson or Jefferson County, as Kansans we continue to rise above and support one another. With both for-profit and nonprofit organizations facing economic challenges, one thing has become even more valuable: your time.
Here is our challenge, if you haven’t yet, decide how you want to get involved. Not sure where to start? Here are five easy steps you can take right now.
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