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Wichita State University and United Way Deliver Thousands of Books to Local Students

WICHITA, Kan., MAY 4, 2026 – Thousands of students at 13 Wichita Public Schools will receive brand-new books to take home, helping to prevent summer learning loss and encourage a love of reading. Thanks to the 2026 Champions for Literacy fundraising event, held in partnership with Wichita State . . . [Read More]

Flags of Freedom Dedications Support Local United Way Veteran Programs

WICHITA, Kan., APRIL 29, 2026 – United Way of the Plains and IAM & AW District Lodge #70 are hosting their annual two-week display of over 500 American flags to honor veterans this Memorial Day. Those who wish to pay tribute to a current or former member of the armed . . . [Read More]

United Way Investing $4.1 Million in Wichita

WICHITA, Kan., April 13, 2026 – United Way of the Plains endeavors to build a region where everyone can thrive, and in that effort, is announcing an investment of $4.1 million to advance the work of 74 programs at 57 charitable organizations. When combined with the 16 direct . . . [Read More]

United Way’s GIV Warehouse Celebrates Record-Breaking Impact in 2025

WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 23, 2026 – United Way of the Plains’ Give Items of Value (GIV) Warehouse achieved its most impactful year yet in 2025, distributing $4.4 million in essential supplies to local nonprofits, the highest total in program history.

GIV connects excess corporate inventory with nonprofits across south central Kansas, . . . [Read More]

Shocker Nation and United Way of the Plains Team Up to Champion Childhood Literacy

WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 6, 2025 — Wichita State University and United Way of the Plains are once again teaming up to support childhood literacy through Champions for Literacy, a national initiative that unites college basketball programs and fans around a shared goal: helping every child become a strong reader.

As part . . . [Read More]