United Way of Whitewater Valley

Pause for a moment to consider your favorite holiday memories...💭

Is it hot cocoa by the fire, family games at the table, or baking cookies with mom or dad? 🧑‍🍳☕🍪

Here are a few inexpensive ideas to help let go of that holiday pressure!



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Saving Money and Making Memories: Inexpensive Holiday Family Activities • United Way of Whitewater Valley The holidays can be so stressful. Our g uest blogger Ish Mom is focusing on inexpensive holiday family activities.

Giving Tuesday has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. 🤍

Consider giving to your local United Way today in support of the families in your community! ❤️💛🧡💙

Every contribution counts, and we appreciate your support!

You can donate right here on Facebook or text United2023 to 41444 to give!

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We wish you health, happiness, and success, today and every day. 🦃🍂

It’s the Season of Giving! Check out these 3️⃣ ideas!

People who love Wayne and Union County just as much as you, are creating programs to support the very causes that are enticing change in our community!

Read about Nathan Hogg, founder of Hogg Helps. 🤝 HH is a partner in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County workforce initiative, Project WIN along with Future Achievers, funded by UWWV! ⤵️⤵️⤵️
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Supporting Wayne and Union County • United Way of Whitewater Valley Ever consider getting involved in your community at a young age? Our program partners can help with that! Learn more inside.

We’re just a few weeks away from Q4’s Non-Profit Lunch and Learn event! 👩‍🏫🥗

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about best practices in marketing for your non-profit during this informative hour.⏳

See you there!! https://loom.ly/c00C-SA

Thank you to Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County and VanVleet Insurance Agency for your sponsorship of this event! 🤍

Thank you to all our veterans for your courage, strength and dedication to keeping us safe. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

We’re back with word of the month: Gratitude✨

“Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts.” —Henri Frederic Amiel

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Pls share! It’s Friday which means it’s a perfect day to purchase a reasonably priced coat or sweatshirt for a child or teen!

Today is a great day to stop by Communities In Schools of Wayne County, the downtown, east side or Hagerstown 3Rivers Federal Credit Union to make a coat/hoodie donation! Tellers are also accepting monetary donations as well.

See flyer for exact locations and help a child or teen stay warm this winter!

Thank you!

Have A Safe And Happy Halloween! 👻

Make a Difference Day was created to offer community support and encourage volunteerism across the country!

Will YOU make a difference today?

There’s plenty of Trick-or-Treat nights this year right here in Wayne and Union counties!

Come out with your best costumes and your biggest bags for some spooky trick-or-treating! 👻

Help keep those little monsters safe by following a few safety tips provided by United Way of Whitewater Valley 🎃

Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles!

When giving to the United Way, you can feel confident in knowing you are making a meaningful impact for everyone in your community. https://loom.ly/2Jt540k

The United Way Impact • United Way of Whitewater Valley Do you know about the impact your local United Way is making right here in Wayne and Union County?

The United Way of Whitewater Valley is proud to support a variety of organizations who are fighting to help children and families improve their positions! https://loom.ly/m62LA6Y

Read about Reid Health’s ongoing fight against ACE’s here: https://loom.ly/hvYJzBI

10 Adverse Childhood Experiences • United Way of Whitewater Valley Learn more about how to prevent 10 Adverse Childhood Experiences that can impact children the rest of their lives.

A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure to speak at a recent Kiwanis Meeting. Even better, I was introduced by very own Board Member, Ann Brooks. Such an honor to be part of this Rock Star Organization! Thank You Kiwanis Club of Richmond !

You are not alone! Wayne and Union counties offer services and programs for those battling depression.
Together, let’s Live United!

🔹 Centerstone Community
🔸 Henry Community Health
🔹 Meridian Health Services
🔸 Reid Health
🔹 Well Care Community Health

We’re back with word of the month: Integrity! 🤍

“Supporting the truth, even when it is unpopular, shows the capacity for honesty and integrity.” --Steve Brunkhorst

Choosing to have integrity is not an easy one, although neither is choosing to do what is right. Having integrity means to be honest, even when it is hard.

Indiana has the 7th highest infant mortality rate in the US! Read our blog to learn more about how you can help keep your child safe.
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Indiana Has A High Infant Mortality Rate • United Way of Whitewater Valley Baby Safety Education and Resources Did you know Indiana has a high infant mortality rate? In fact, the Hoosier State had the 14th highest infant mortality rate. Sadly, this represents 6.5 infants dying per 1,000 live births. The Indy Star article reported 2019 was our all-time low but that still me...

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PLEASE SHARE! Join us this Tuesday, October 3rd from 4:30 to 6pm for the Open House for our new office located at 855 N 12th St. Ribbon cutting at 5pm with snacks and book giveaways.

Call us today about getting your campaign started! We’ve made it easier than ever HERE. https://loom.ly/R4WwxZg
Thank you to these local organizations who have led the way by hosting an Employer Campaign in the past!
First Bank Richmond
Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc
3Rivers Federal Credit Union
Reid Health
Meijer
Belden Inc.
Richmond Community Schools
Union County–College Corner Joint School District

Richmond’s very own Amigos Latino Center has their annual International Festival coming up next month on October 14th! Comment below your favorite cultural foods 😋🌮🍱🍝 https://loom.ly/YbavHpg

Nonprofit Spotlight: Amigos Richmond Latino Center Amigos Richmond Latino Center was created to empower the Latinx community to promote learning and respect across cultures.

Firepit conversations solidify friendships. Maybe we should call them "bond-fires?" 🔥

: using your words and actions to show others you care.

This month is an opportunity to celebrate diversity and acknowledge the invaluable contributions made by these communities across various fields. https://loom.ly/1CBYL3A
Celebrate a variety of cultures around the globe at the Amigos International Festival on October 14 from 4-8 PM at the Starr Gennett Records building!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Exploring History, Fun Facts, and Influential Figures • United Way of Whitewater Valley United Way celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and explores its history, fun facts, prominent figures, and more!

It’s the last day to register for September 18th's Nonprofit Luncheon.

Here's the link to register 👇

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Forward Wayne County 's Acacia St. John is talking about how to pinpoint data that will enhance your nonprofit.

We’ll see you on Monday. ☑️📆 at Townsend Community Center, Inc.

School is back and so is Betterwaytobe 's More Than Word's word of the month: Friendship!

Friendship is the comfort of knowing that even when you feel alone, you aren’t.

Happy Labor Day! 💼

Looking for ways to get involved? Join the United Way board! https://loom.ly/nOokt1Q

Join the United Way of Whitewater Valley Board • United Way of Whitewater Valley Ready to make a difference? Join the United Way of Whitewater Valley Board is a great way to serve our local communities.

Back to school season should be exciting, not stressful! We’ve got your back. 🎒
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Back to school for alice families • United Way of Whitewater Valley The thought of going back to school triggers fond memories for many of us but for some back to school is a stressful, embarrassing time. For ALICE families, this time of year can feel like an extra heavy burden.

We can’t say thank you enough to everyone who came out and showed their United Way support! What a great way to Live United and Give United! We had a blast!

📣 Non-Profits! 📣 Our next Lunch and Learn is coming up soon. Register your spot today! 🗓️ https://loom.ly/bg3dzVI

“Great minds discuss ideas. Average minds discuss events. Small minds discuss people.” ―Eleanor Roosevelt

: using your imagination to do something new.