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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]
Promise on the Plains recipient making dual impact
Mending the mental health crisis in Wichita food deserts
It was a few months ago that we shared how Common Ground Producers and Growers was transporting healthy produce into food deserts and food insecure communities, but they are also doing something to further strengthen our community.
Common Ground was a recipient of an equity grant from United Way of the Plain’s through . . . [Read More]
More Kansans are going hungry during the pandemic — but you can help
The following OpEd appeared in the Wichita Eagle on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021.
In a heartbreaking study conducted by Hunger in America, it found that households served by food pantries reported having to choose between paying for food and paying for utilities (69%), transportation (67%), medical care (66%), or housing (57%) at some point during the year.
These are choices that Wichitans . . . [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.
