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Operation Immunization offers free flu shots on Saturday, Oct. 15

WICHITA, Kan., Oct. 13, 2022 – The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy in Wichita is offering its annual free flu shot clinics for those who are unemployed, uninsured or unable to pay for ages 3 and older. The clinics will be held at five different locations on Saturday, Oct. . . . [Read More]

United Way of the Plains Enhances Ride United: Last Mile Delivery Program

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 29, 2022 – United Way of the Plains launched Ride United: Last Mile Delivery (RULMD) earlier this year through a partnership with DoorDash. The program provides “last mile” home delivery services to those in need. Throughout United Way and the nationwide 211 network, DoorDash has committed to . . . [Read More]

United Way of the Plains launches coalition to provide safe banking access as part of national Bank On movement

Bank On ICT is the first Bank On initiative in the state of Kansas

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 22, 2022 – United Way of the Plains is collaborating with area financial institutions to improve financial stability for residents through better access to traditional banking and credit union tools. The coalition, called Bank . . . [Read More]

$120,000 in funding announced for 2022 Impact on the Plains winners

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 15, 2022 – Four winners have been awarded $25,000 each tonight for this year’s Impact on the Plains. The top two program applicants in the four focus areas of health, education, financial stability and basic needs participated in the “Shark Tank”-style social innovation competition hosted by United Way of the Plains. . . . [Read More]

United Way announces 2022 Impact on the Plains finalists

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 7, 2022 — Eight finalists have been named for this year’s Impact on the Plains. The top two program applicants in the four focus areas of health, education, financial stability and basic needs will participate in the “Shark Tank”-style social innovation competition hosted by United Way of the Plains. . . . [Read More]