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Monthly News from United Way of Northeast Louisiana
September 2023 Edition
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United in Purpose, we are unstoppable. Will you join us? | |
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REGIONAL KICKOFF
On Wednesday, September 6, we kicked off our annual campaign at Louisiana Delta Community College’s Advanced Technology Center!
The purpose of United Way of Northeast Louisiana’s annual Campaign Kickoff is to honor and recognize Pacesetter companies, debut the new campaign video, and inspire volunteers, donors, and the greater community to #LIVEUNITED.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors: Mid South Extrusion, Chick-fil-A Thomas Road, and Louisiana Delta Community College.
Special thanks to our Pacesetter companies: Century Next Bank, Community Financial Insurance Center, Monroe Chamber of Commerce, and the Ouachita Parish Assessor's Office.
Thank you for supporting United Way of Northeast Louisiana!
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LINCOLN, UNION, AND JACKSON PARISHES KICKOFF
On Thursday, September 7, we kicked off our annual Lincoln, Union, and Jackson Parishes campaign at Louisiana Delta Community College’s Ruston Campus!
The purpose of United Way of Northeast Louisiana’s annual Campaign Kickoff is to honor and recognize Pacesetter companies, debut the new campaign video, and inspire volunteers, donors, and the greater community to #LIVEUNITED.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors: Dr. Josh Mandrell and Dr. David Osafo with Green Clinic Health System, Chick-fil-A Ruston, and Louisiana Delta Community College.
Special thanks to our Pacesetter companies: Century Next Bank, Crossmark Management Group, Hunt Guillot & Associates LLC (HGA), and Union Parish School District.
Thank you for supporting United Way of Northeast Louisiana!
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2023 Book of Leaders
Our 2023 Book of Leaders is here!
This eclectic group of leaders represents many professionals and employees from various industries in our community. We are humbled by their commitment to the work that United Way does in this community, and we are grateful that they choose to be UNITED IN PURPOSE.
For more information about United Way's Leadership Giving Societies, contact the following staff members:
Regional Steamboat Society:
Allyson Sager, Director of Resource Development - Regional Market | asager@unitedwaynela.org
LUJP Steamboat Society:
Tiffany White, Director of Resource Development - Lincoln, Union, Jackson Market | twhite@unitedwaynela.org
Tocqueville Society:
Janet Durden, President | jdurden@unitedwaynela.org
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Watch the video above to hear from Taylor Cagle with Origin Bank. Taylor is one of our outstanding READ.LEARN.SUCCEED. Volunteers!
Did you know? Studies show that students who can't read on grade level by the end of 3rd grade are four times LESS likely to graduate from high school.
Launched in partner schools during the 2012-13 school year, United Way NELA's READ.LEARN.SUCCEED. initiative was designed to help place area students on a good path toward school success by improving their reading skills, ultimately increasing their chances of graduating high school.
READ.LEARN.SUCCEED. pairs trained community volunteers with 2nd grade students (3rd grade students at Jefferson only) at 18 partner schools across our region to become one-on-one Volunteer Readers or Pen-Friends. These volunteers and their assigned students practice and sharpen reading and writing skills monthly from October through March.
These amazing volunteers give of their time and energy to help Northeast Louisiana children have a better quality of life, both now and into the future.
Are you ready to make a measurable difference in the life of a local elementary student? Look no further!
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What is The Heirship Project?
The Heirship Project is a project aimed at educating and assisting residents who need help obtaining a clear property title.
What is Heir Property?
Heir property comes about when necessary legal work isn’t done after a property owner dies. Heirs who have a verbal agreement to live on the property, but no legal title could face many obstacles, including selling the property, making repairs on the property, or qualifying for government aid to fix damages to the home.
When is The Heirship Project?
The Heirship Project will consist of 7 events with both in-person and virtual options. All events are free and open to the public. Visit our website below to see the dates!
How do I sign up?
Interested individuals who need assistance obtaining a clear property title for heir property or who want to know more information about heir property may register at the link below. For additional assistance, contact 211. Simply dial 211 from any landline or mobile phone (available 24/7), or text your zip code to 898-211 (available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm).
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BankOn NELA: Fraud Protection
On Thursday, September 14 and Thursday, September 21, United Way of Northeast Louisiana hosted BankOn NELA Fraud Protection workshops with Bank of Oak Ridge, Centric Federal Credit Union, and Ouachita Valley Federal Credit Union.
These workshops focused on the signs of fraud and how to recognize and avoid them. Participants also learned best practices for safeguarding personal information, as well as steps to take to protect their identity should they become victims of fraud. The workshops covered the different types of financial fraud, such as phishing, bank fraud, identity theft, and more. Attendees left with a greater understanding of the risk of financial fraud and the steps they can take to protect themselves and their loved ones from potential perpetrators.
Participants attended the workshops at the United Way NELA Financial Health Center / Miller Roy Building at 1001 Desiard Street in Monroe and on Zoom.
Visit our website for upcoming BankOn NELA workshops!
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BankOn NELA: Budgeting
On Wednesday, October 18 and Wednesday, October 25, United Way of Northeast Louisiana will host BankOn NELA Budgeting workshops with Bank of Oak Ridge and Centric Federal Credit Union.
These workshop dives into the topic of preparing for holiday spending. Participants will learn how to set realistic expectations for their spending, budget for gifts and expenses, and create strategies for avoiding impulse purchases. The workshop will provide concrete methods and tools to create a strategy that makes the most of your money. Participants will receive information on how to support a family financially without overextending, use credit cards responsibly, and plan for holiday events. At the end of the workshop, participants will have a plan of attack for
There will be one option to attend in person or on Zoom on Wednesday, October 18 from12 to 1 p.m.
There will be one option to attend in person or on Zoom on Wednesday, October 25 from 12 to 1 p.m.
All workshops will be held in person at the United Way NELA Financial Health Center / Miller Roy Building at 1001 Desiard Street in Monroe and on Zoom. Click the link below or call
318-998-9227 to register.
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Dollars & $ense is a financial education simulation in which students learn to make better financial decisions and gain knowledge of budgeting, saving, and spending. Volunteers will help with booths. | |
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Dollars & $ense: Thursday, October 19
Bastrop High School is hosting a Dollars & $ense Fair on Thursday, October 19. Volunteers are needed from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m.
The fair will be held in the Bastrop High School Old Gym located at 402 Highland Avenue | Bastrop, LA | 71220
If you would like to participate, please sign up below!
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Dollars & $ense: Thursday,
October 26
Sterlington High School is hosting a Dollars & $ense Fair on Thursday, October 26. Volunteers are needed from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.
The fair will be held at Sterlington High School Auxiliary Gym located at 233 Keystone Road | Monroe, LA | 71203
If you would like to participate, please sign up below!
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Regional Parishes
The Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court held their United Way of Northeast Louisiana Workplace Campaign on Tuesday, September 19.
Thank you to the outstanding employees at the Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court for being United in Purpose!
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Lincoln, Union, and Jackson Parishes
Grambling State University's United Way Campaign Kick-Off was held on Tuesday, September 12. In attendance were President Rick Gallot, the United Way Campaign Planning Committee, Team Leaders, and Grambling State University cheerleaders. Thank you for being #GRAMUNITED!
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Staff Spotlight: Adebola Shoyebi
Adebola Shoyebi serves as our Assistant Director of Finance and Administration. She is responsible for daily operations of the Finance Department and financial report production as well as assisting with legal and risk management operations of the organization.
Adebola graduated from the University of Louisiana Monroe with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management/Marketing Administration with a focus in healthcare. While at ULM, she competed on the Track & Field team on a full scholarship.
Adebola is a proud native of Nigeria and currently resides in Monroe, Louisiana. When she is not working, she loves to travel worldwide, spend time with family and play different sports.
Adebola believes that investing in the community and building strong relationships is key to providing the best service possible. She was raised to respect the value of hard work and to never settle for anything less than her dreams and to keep striving for success.
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From SingleCare: The Best Foods for Alzheimer's
Our partner @SingleCare explains how adopting a brain-boosting diet can potentially contribute
to Alzheimer's disease prevention. #WorldAlzheimersMonth
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From Ready4K: Engaging Parents in Kindergarten Readiness
Although there is no “one-size-fits-all” definition of kindergarten readiness, there are skills that are essential for children to have in order to succeed in the preschool classroom and beyond.
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Regional Parishes
City of West Monroe employees wrapped up their United Way of Northeast Louisiana Campaign with their annual Chili Cook-Off alongside the City of West Monroe's 140th Birthday Celebration!
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Lincoln, Union, and Jackson Parishes
Grambling State University cheerleaders at the United Way of Northeast Louisiana Workplace Campaign in the Eddie G. Robinson Museum.
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