News and Updates
Service From The Inside
Getting close to the work of United Way and our partners is eye-opening. Guest blog by Jeremy Hermann Basic needs. It’s something that I’ve heard a lot of nonprofits talk about when discussing homelessness. We’ve seen it on posters, flyers…
#LetsLiveUnited Unifies Campaign Kickoffs
Don’t be surprised if you see United Way everywhere you look this week. Dozens of United Ways across Michigan, including United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, have joined forces to share local successes and invite the entire…
Advocacy Academy is More Than a Resume Builder
A first job is a big milestone in life. For a person with a disability, it can be loaded with barriers. Advocacy Academy, an 8-week paid summer internship program through Disability Network Southwest Michigan, offers people a way to gain…
Taking You on a Journey United
A new video travels alongside local people whose stories have been changed through United Way. Titled “Journeys United,” this powerful 3-minute production features residents Melrose, Tawana and Alejandro sharing their personal stories. Through tough times, each found the strength and…
Making Mentoring Child's Play
Sometimes volunteering in the community can be child’s play. by Sara Coppo, Guest Blogger Eva De La Cruz is a busy Kalamazoo Christian High School senior who spends most of her time volunteering, playing tennis, coaching volleyball and helping out…
Cadillac Fest to Fete United Way
The Cadillac Fall Festival & Concours d’Elegance will commemorate a respected automobile brand while highlighting United Way. The Cadillac Fall Festival is a celebration of Cadillacs from the beginning in 1903 to 2018. Long revered for its technical excellence, Cadillac…
Two Days Left to Give Books!
Books have been piling up in our United Way offices and at partner locations across the region, but the United Way Book Drive is not over yet! There’s plenty of time to contribute. Until August 15, we are collecting new…
#AreYouALU? Three Reasons to Aspire
Aspiring Leaders United connects young professionals. by Sara Coppo, Guest Blogger Hard-working professionals struggle to find time for networking, socializing and helping the community. Good news: Aspiring Leaders United offers a solution. ALU, an affinity group of United Way of…