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United Way of the Plains welcomes Rachel Linn
Rachel Linn has joined the Community Impact & Services team this week as a Financial Stability Coordinator. Linn will provide financial education, digital financial literacy and financial coaching for area residents in her part-time role. She will also be involved in Bank On ICT community engagement activities related to . . . [Read More]
Jen McGill joins United Way of the Plains as Coordinated Entry System Manager
United Way of the Plains has announced the addition of Jen McGill to the Community Impact & Services team. As the Coordinated Entry System (CES) Manager, McGill is responsible for overseeing the homeless response system and interagency support that expedites access to housing and services. Reporting to Matt Lowe, Community . . . [Read More]
Michele Grimm joins United Way of the Plains as 211 Coordinator
United Way of the Plains has announced the addition of Michele Grimm to the Community Impact & Services team as the United Way 211 Coordinator. United Way 211 is a free, confidential service that connects Kansans with a wide range of resources and services across the state. Last year, . . . [Read More]
How many people are experiencing homelessness, anyway?
Each year, in the last ten days of January, communities across the United States participate in what is called a “Point in Time Count,” or PIT Count. During the PIT Count, shelters and transitional housing programs tally how many people are experiencing sheltered homelessness in their community. This count . . . [Read More]
Philanthropy starts with you
From Pete Najera, United Way of the Plains President & CEO
How many people in south central Kansas require assistance with their most basic needs? Do we really benefit from all the nonprofits that operate in Wichita and the charitable work they provide?
The 2022 data helps answer both questions. In Kansas, . . . [Read More]
New consumer pitfalls to look out for this holiday season
There are plenty of deals to be had for holiday gift giving – Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday – on top of an already competitive market filled with attractive options.
A good deal or bad debt: Buy Now, Pay Later Loans
You want to get the best deal but what happens . . . [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.
