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Read our latest stories of impact, stay current on what’s going on at United Way of the Plains and learn how you can make a difference.
211 is a Statewide Resource that Serves People at Critical Moments
Heather Pierce, pictured above, helped establish the 211 Information and Referral service at United Way of the Plains in 2006. She manages the 211 specialist team and oversees the statewide network database as the 211 Coordinator for United Way of the Plains.
Each of you reading this will likely come across . . . [Read More]
Haley Button has joined the team at United Way of the Plains
United Way of the Plains welcomed Haley Button to the team today. Button has been hired as the Associate Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) Administrator. She will support area homeless service providers by training new database users, monitoring the tech support desk and submitting reports to the Impact ICT . . . [Read More]
Get to know…Tyra Miles, Domestic Violence Housing Navigator
Describe your role at United Way.
As the Domestic Violence (DV) Housing Navigator, I work closely with the coordinated entry system to make sure that survivors (this includes survivors of dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and other dangerous or life-threatening conditions, such as human trafficking) have the same access to housing . . . [Read More]
Ride United: A Caseworker’s Guide to Free Meal Deliveries
Access to food in Wichita can prove difficult in some neighborhoods and households. Barriers vary from lacking access to nearby grocery stories to mobility issues and limited transportation options. Ride United: Last Mile Delivery is a program that can help.
Ride United: Last Mile Delivery is a partnership with United Way . . . [Read More]
Time to start thinking small savings every day
How to turn $10 into $3,600
By Michelle Presnell, United Way Community Impact Manager for Financial Stability
Looking back on 2022, we all set goals for the new year, and some of us have experienced at least one epic fail in the last 365 days. This year, we have an idea: Set . . . [Read More]
Promise on the Plains recipient making dual impact
Mending the mental health crisis in Wichita food deserts
It was a few months ago that we shared how Common Ground Producers and Growers was transporting healthy produce into food deserts and food insecure communities, but they are also doing something to further strengthen our community.
Common Ground was a recipient of . . . [Read More]
OUR FOCUS
Our focus is on health, education, financial stability and basic needs—the building blocks for a good quality of life and a strong community. Click below to learn more about what we’re doing, the programs we invest in and our lasting impact in each area.
