UWMI Monthly Newsletter- Fall In Love with United Way

2024- February Edition

You Can Still Register for the Gala!

CLICK HERE for The Daily News article that mentions the Period Project Gala

Community Members Come Together

Thank you to all who participated and volunteered to help make this event possible. Special thank you to the IM Food Policy, Angela Miller, and her team from Freedon Acres School, Ionia ISD.

A full day of community and learning the needs of our neighbors. The morning was spent learning about Adverse Childhood Experiences and ALICE individuals and how we need to work together to help others.

In the afternoon, the attendees were divided into different family types ranging from single parents to multi-generational families and faced with tough decisions to make ends meet. Each 15 minutes resembled 1 week that an ALICE family faces every day in making ends meet.

At the end of the day there was a time to share our experiences and relate to one another. It was eye-opening for all who attended that may help ALICE individuals each day, but maybe never walked in their shoes. For more information or to take a virtual challenge yourself, CLICK HERE

We Are In Love With 211

211 is more than just a number; it's a voice of support at the other end of the line, helping millions of individuals navigate challenges and find the assistance they need.

Whether by call, text, web chat, or email, 211’s local experts are here, 24/7, 365 days a year, to connect you with free, confidential resources for housing, food, disaster relief, and more.

Call 211 or visit 211.org to get started. #Team211

WOMEN UNITED - Come Connect With Us!

The ladies are in full swing for 2024! They have been out spreading literacy with Little Libraries and sharing books. Each month they have a Lunch N' Learn, where a speaker comes to talk about their programs. Sara McCallum from Barrie's House joined the February lunch and explained their outreach. Many projects and opportunities to get involved and make some new friends too!

Women United is dedicated to helping under-resourced women and their families advance out of poverty through initiatives focused on philanthropic action and volunteerism. If you would like to become involved with United Women.

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FREE Tax Preparation- Going On NOW!

You may begin scheduling your FREE tax preparation appointments on January 16th, 2024. Simply call 2-1-1 to schedule your appointment.

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Did You Know That You Can Donate

Your State Refund? Just Check The Box!

When you check off the “United Way Fund” on your Michigan State Income Tax, you're ensuring that families in your community have access to a better education, become healthier and stay financially stable AND that your community receives 100% of every dollar that is donated through the Tax Check Off.

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