by uwmsnewscenter | Dec 14, 2016 | Events, News, Volunteers
United Way of the Mid-South, in partnership with Leadership Memphis and Volunteer Memphis, is proud to support “Volunteer 4 Memphis,” a four-day service project bringing our community together with the power of volunteerism in honor of Dr. Martin Luther...
by uwmsnewscenter | Dec 9, 2016 | Driving The Dream, Poverty
United Way’s Driving The Dream initiative is utilizing the Arizona Self Sufficiency Index. The Index is a reliable and valid measurement tool that helps case managers evaluate people’s level of independence and quality of life across a variety of domains....
by uwmsnewscenter | Nov 29, 2016 | Events
Today is #GivingTuesday ! a.) Black Friday – Shopping b.) Small Business Saturday – Shopping local c.) Cyber Monday – Shopping online d.) #GivingTuesday – GIVING! Join us in the fight against Mid-South poverty. Make a difference that helps us all – support...
by uwmsnewscenter | Nov 10, 2016 | News
a.) Black Friday – Shopping b.) Small Business Saturday – Shopping local c.) Cyber Monday – Shopping online d.) #GivingTuesday – GIVING! Make a difference that helps the Mid-South – support United Way on #GivingTuesday Tuesday, November 29, 2016 is the official...
by uwmsnewscenter | Nov 1, 2016 | Events, Partner Agencies, Volunteers
We’re thrilled with the success of last weekend’s United Way Trunk or Treat activity at our 1005 Tillman Street headquarters, and we have more fun photos to share taken by United Way Campaign Representative Lisa Starnes. The activity was supported in part...
by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 28, 2016 | Events, News, Volunteers
Be sure to join us at our 1005 Tillman Street headquarters for United Way Trunk or Treat, Saturday, October 29, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Trunk or treat is a free, open to the public, family-friendly event to celebrate the fall season and connect even more with our...
by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 23, 2016 | Blog
Each year, around 30 percent of the 9-1-1 call volume in Memphis is non-emergency and does not require immediate assistance. In cases of crises only, like life-threatening emergencies or crimes in progress, residents should call 9-1-1 for immediate police, fire or...
by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 18, 2016 | Events, News
United Way President and CEO Dr. Kenneth S. Robinson is the keynote speaker at this year’s Leadership Memphis Multicultural Breakfast presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, International Paper Company, and FedEx. The breakfast will be held at The...
by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 18, 2016 | Blog, Free Tax Prep, Volunteers
United Way’s Free Tax Prep program is recruiting volunteers to help people in households with less than $54,000 in annual income prepare and file federal income tax returns free of charge in 2017. Volunteers can train to become IRS certified income tax...
by uwmsnewscenter | Oct 3, 2016 | Events, Volunteers
United Way of the Mid-South’s “Trunk or Treat” festival Saturday, October 29 needs volunteers! Last year’s “Trunk or Treat” festival was a tremendous success as area families enjoyed candy giveaways, hamburgers, hotdogs, games,...
