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United Way News You Can Use: February 2022
Support the Shockers in their fight for literacy!
To support local childhood literacy efforts, Wichita State University Men’s Basketball is joining forces with Coaching . . . [Read More]
Get to Know…Community Impact Manager for Basic Needs Matt Lowe
Describe your role at United Way so a third grader could understand it.
I support programs in the community that provide basic human needs, such as food, shelter, safety and rent or utilities help. I also manage the team who leads our community’s efforts to end homelessness.
Share about your . . . [Read More]
Get to know…Business Analyst Elisha Satterfield
Describe your role at United Way so a third grader could understand it.
My role with United Way is continuously evolving. While its main purpose is to be data- and strategy-focused, I have had the opportunity to fill in many of the team roles as we moved through staff transitions. This . . . [Read More]
United Way News You Can Use: January 2022
United Way announces board chair and welcomes seven new members
We are pleased to announce Jodi Noah, Vice President of Textron Aviation (above, top left), will serve as the chair of this year’s board of directors. Additionally, seven new members have been appointed to the board (above, in . . . [Read More]
Grant empowers local students to give back
A Youth Service America (YSA) grant secured last year by college students working at United Way of the Plains and Safe Streets Wichita is now funding 11 service projects led by Wichita Public Schools students.
This YSA grant to fund service and leadership opportunities for area youth is . . . [Read More]
Celebrating a Year of Innovation and Collaboration
By Steve Dixon, President of P.B. Hoidale Co., Inc. and 2021 Board Chair for United Way of the Plains, Special to The Wichita Eagle
As we prepare for the promise a new year brings, it’s important to reflect on the many ways our community worked . . . [Read More]
OUR IMPACT
Every day, our neighbors are working hard to overcome barriers and get ahead. Together, we connect people to the opportunities they need to reach their potential and make our community a place where everyone can thrive. United is the way we build a stronger future for all.
