News and Updates
United Way Invests Millions in Local, Regional Programs
From early grade reading to support services for seniors, 106 programs operated by nonprofit agencies across the region are welcoming support totaling more than $7.6 million from United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region (UWBCKR).“Because of our incredibly…
Audrey
“SHERRY AT THE YWCA HELPED ME MOVE ON AND PROGRESS. SHE LISTENED WITHOUT BEING JUDGMENTAL, AND SHE REALLY CARED.”
United We Read: Taking Action
A book is more than an object on a shelf. It’s a gateway to new worlds, new insights and new opportunities in life. This is especially true for children. Kids who read proficiently by third grade are far more likely…
‘John’s’ Story: Why Mental Health Matters
“John” appeared to have it all—great job, nice house, loving family. But his personal and professional life brought enormous pressures, and a difficult childhood left emotional scars that hadn’t healed. “Constant fear and depression ruled my life,” John said. “I…
Radiance
“BEFORE THE YMCA, I COULDN’T GET MY MIND STRAIGHT TO FINISH SCHOOL. THEY’RE HELPING TO MAKE THAT HAPPEN.”
Not Waiting a Single Moment: Why Volunteers Matter
Annelies Marie Frank packed a lot of life into her 14 years and a lot of wisdom into her little diary. An aspiring journalist in 1940s Amsterdam, young Anne jotted down her thoughts and experiences while in hiding from the…
Be a Volunteer—and Change Your World!
by Abby Lumbard, HandsOn Battle Creek April is National Volunteer Month, and this week is National Volunteer Week—two great reasons to get engaged in your community as a volunteer. Our community needs volunteers to thrive. The beautiful thing about volunteering…
Shonna
“THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS GAVE MY KIDS A FREE PLACE TO GO SO THAT I COULD COMPLETE MY NURSING DEGREE.”
Thank You
President John F. Kennedy once said, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” That neatly sums up my thinking about our annual campaign. On…