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National Philanthropy Day: United Is the Way We Rise Together
On National Philanthropy Day, November 15, we celebrate the generosity that fuels our community and thank those who give, volunteer, and care for their neighbors. And this year, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly thousands of families can be pushed into crisis. The spirit of giving means more than ever.
The Moment We’re In
Many of our neighbors are working hard to overcome . . . [Read More]
Get to know…Cecilia Wood, 211 Resource Navigator
Describe your role with United Way of the Plains.
I am a 211 Resource Navigator. Our team answers 211 calls from individuals across Kansas who are seeking financial assistance, community resources, and programs to help them with their needs.
Tell us more about 211.
Our 211 resource center connects people in Kansas with a wide range of services. Most of our calls . . . [Read More]
Get to know…Michele Grimm, Director of 211
Michele joined United Way of the Plains in 2024 and works to help connect Kansans to resources provided by the social services safety net through the 211 Information and Referral Service.
Describe your role with United Way of the Plains.
I am the director of the 211 Information & Referral Service at United Way of the Plains and we . . . [Read More]
United Way Welcomes Madison Medina
United Way of the Plains is excited to welcome Madison Medina as our new Resource Navigator for 211. In this role, Medina will help community members get connected to resources and services to meet their needs in times of crisis and uncertainty. Last year, United Way’s 211 service helped Kansans in need 159,089 times through its free and . . . [Read More]
United Way of the Plains welcomes Cecilia Wood
Cecilia Wood joined United Way of the Plains this week as a 211 Resource Specialist. In her role she will handle requests from the public about resources that are available to them in times of crisis and uncertainty. Last year, Kansans were connected to help through United Way’s 211 confidential and free services 159,089 times.
A graduate of Emporia State . . . [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 is done using each community’s HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) . . . [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.
