Day of Caring

by keshia | Aug 20, 2022

Day of Caring is the community’s largest, single-day volunteer-driven service opportunity. Every year, United Way mobilizes thousands of volunteers to help improve our community one project at a time. We welcome anyone interested in helping make an impact to...

Rev. Eason-Williams’ death ‘ought to feel personal to all of us’

by uwmsnewscenter | Jul 26, 2022 | News, Op Ed

July 25, 2022 Rev. Kenneth S. Robinson, M.D., United Way of the Mid-South President and CEO, remarks on the death of Rev. Eason-Williams A clergy couple, Rev. Marilynn and I did not know Rev. Autura Eason-Williams personally, but her death felt very personal; the...

Community Impact Town Hall 2020

by keshia | Sep 17, 2020

Who deserves to live a life of poverty? No one; and at United Way of the Mid-South, we are in heavy pursuit to actualize ways to create economic advancement and opportunity for all. We realize that systemic issues like the racial wealth gap have remained persistent in...

Trunk or Treat

by keshia | Aug 20, 2020

United Way of the Mid-South’s annual “Trunk or Treat on Tillman Street” provides a safe and fun way for families to enjoy Halloween with COVID-19 accommodations. All safety measures and precautions will be taken to keep attendees, volunteers and staff safe. Join...

Three Resolutions for 2020

by warner | Jan 3, 2020 | Blog, Past

As we enter the new year, many people have resolutions on their mind. A resolution can be any decision you make to change your life for the better in the coming year. Not all resolutions have to focus on weight loss. At United Way of the Mid-South, our resolution...