Feb. 29, 2023

Portneuf Health Trust donates $135K for health programs


Portneuf Health Trust donated $135,000 to United Way of Southeastern Idaho that will provide critical support for nonprofit programs focused on health in our region. 

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findhelpidaho.org now brought to you by United Ways of Idaho

findhelpidaho.org is now brought to you by the United Ways of Idaho, filling an essential gap in resource referral and navigation for our state.


Over the past month, 47% of search activity in Southeastern Idaho has been dedicated to unmet housing needs, followed by food (13.4%), money (12.2%), and health (12.2%). This means that our nonprofit community continues to be absolutely essential to ALICE families, and that your support for these nonprofit organizations continues to ensure that all ALICE families have a chance to succeed.

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Did you know that Ride United has provided more than 14,000 miles in rides to local community members in need?


Ride United, led by United Way of Southeastern Idaho, offers free transportation for health-related activities for community members who are patients of our local free clinic, crisis and recovery centers, and mental health providers.

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United Way receives $25K from 2023 Festival of Trees

United Way of Southeastern Idaho received $25,000 from the 2023 Festival of Trees, which will go directly to nonprofit programs supporting local community members in need.

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City of Pocatello campaign donates $23K to United Way

City of Pocatello employees pledged more than $23,000 to United Way of Southeastern Idaho to help community members in need. Of this 2024 donation, $15,700 came from the Pocatello Firefighters Union.

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United Way advocates for early learning at the Capitol


Director of Education Tennille Call and American Falls Early Learning Coordinator Chelsae Christensen visited the Idaho State Capitol to celebrate Early Learning Day with the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children. Tennille and Chelsae visited with legislators to advocate for support of an Idaho that invests in early care and education so all of Idaho’s children can thrive.

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Farewell to Director of Communication Ginny Hoyle

We said farewell this month to Ginny Hoyle, our Director of Communication and Outreach, after nearly three years on the United Way of Southeastern Idaho team. During her tenure on the staff, Ginny was key in elevating the social media, storytelling and brand for the organization. She is moving over to Idaho Central Credit Union, where she will manage the social media team.


"United Way is a truly special organization, and I am so proud to have served on its incredible team," Ginny said. "I look forward to remaining involved in volunteering and advocacy work in the months and years to come."

CEO Shantay Bloxham shares her journey to CEO at Chamber event

CEO Shantay Bloxham shared her journey to CEO to a full house at the first of the 2024 Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce CEO Breakfast series.


"My journey from being a struggling single mom in an ALICE household to the CEO of an organization whose very mission is to build powerful partnerships that improve outcomes for ALICE families like mine was, and is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and I believe it underscores the importance of support systems and community organizations that empower individuals and families to rise above their circumstances," Shantay said in her speech.

 

Women United fosters connection, volunteer opportunities

 
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United Way of Southeastern Idaho's affiliate group Women United is at an all-time high for volunteers and membership attendance.

Interested in learning more? Check out the Women United episode of Igniting Change now available on YouTube and Spotify.

 
 
 

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