by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 22, 2015 | Crime, Education, Events, News
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam has named October 22nd as “Lights On Afterschool Day” in Tennessee to recognize the role of afterschool programs in enhancing learning and keeping children safe and less likely to engage in risky behavior. The proclamation...
by uwmsnewscenter | Aug 21, 2015 | Catalyst Fund, Grants, News
The United Way Catalyst Fund is receiving Letters of Interest in catalyst funding through Tuesday, September 15, 2015. The United Way Catalyst Fund supports collaborative community solutions to tough Mid-South issues. Previous recipients of Catalyst funding include...
by uwmsnewscenter | Jun 23, 2015 | Events, Fund Raising, Health, News, Volunteers, Youth United Way
“Walk United,” MLGW’s downtown walking activity to raise awareness and resources for United Way, took place last Saturday. MLGW employees, United Way staff, Youth United Way leadership program teens and local volunteers came together for a brisk walk...
by uwmsnewscenter | Jun 22, 2015 | Health, Information Resources, News
As the Mid-South has entered high heat days of summer, Mayor Mark Luttrell, Jr. and the Shelby County Office of Preparedness are monitoring weather conditions and will continue to alert the public when dangerously high temperatures are present for our area. United Way...
by uwmsnewscenter | Jun 17, 2015 | Crime, Education, Events, Health, Information Resources, News
United Way of the Mid-South and our network of care take active roles in the work to reduce and eliminate domestic violence in our community. While some small evidence of progress is starting to surface, there is still a great need to address this challenge with the...
by uwmsnewscenter | Jun 5, 2015 | Information Resources, News, Personal Stories
The latest edition of Inside Memphis Business magazine highlights United Way President / CEO Dr. Kenneth S. Robinson in its leadership section. Reporter Frank Murtaugh shares details about Dr. Robinson’s early life, the leadership of his parents, his education...
