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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.
Get to Know…Sarah Crick Milligan, VITA Program Manager
Describe your role at United Way.
The VITA Program, or Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, provides tax preparation free of charge to our low-and moderate-income friends and neighbors—those who have an annual household income of $60,000 per year or less. This basically means . . . [Read More]
Qualify for student loan forgiveness?
Here are some responsible ways to put your newfound savings to good use.
Are you one of the thousands that will benefit from your student loans being forgiven? If so, make the smartest move with your savings.
Michelle Presnell, United Way Community Impact Manager for Financial Stability, shares her top five ideas . . . [Read More]
Get to Know…Jessie Gorges-Sawhill, Associate Director of Philanthropy
Describe your role at United Way
I collaborate with workplace leaders to support them in their employee giving campaigns. I love to be out-and-about in the community, sharing the mission of United Way of the Plains. I’ve never met a stranger. Folks that know me best, know that I love to . . . [Read More]
Wichita Asian Association hosts unique health fair with help from United Way of the Plains
How do you access healthcare when you don’t speak the language? The fear is, those who encounter language barriers go without regular access to doctors, dentists, optometrists and medical specialists. The Wichita Asian Association (WAA) decided to pilot a solution for Wichita’s Asian community by interconnecting a health fair to . . . [Read More]
Which to call: 211 vs. 988 vs. 911
Who do you call for a mental health emergency?
Health involves physical, emotional and mental wellbeing. It’s important to ask when help is needed and many times there is a timely element. If you are having a medical emergency, you know to call 911, but there has always been a pause . . . [Read More]
Get to Know…Dajahnae Vines
Describe your role at United Way.
I manage the United Way of Plains donor database by performing record data integrity audits, offering system process improvements, and overseeing the organizations electronic fundraising campaign.
Share your career history and how you made your way to United Way.
While serving as a Data Analyst in the . . . [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.
