Category Archives: Events

Strategic Planning: United Way staff hears from Tunica County representatives during Community Conversations

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

United Way of the Mid-South staff met with network partner agency representatives in Tunica County, MS recently for a Community Conversation, listening to feedback about thoughts and aspirations for improving life for people in Tunica. As part of United Way’s … Continue reading →

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United Way sponsors workshops to help organizations respond to domestic violence among employees May 30, June 27

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

United Way of the Mid-South’s network of partners works to reduce domestic violence in our community in many ways, including the use of education and awareness efforts. Domestic violence isn’t a “private matter” that stays in a person’s home when … Continue reading →

Posted in Crime, Education, Events, Health, Improving health for adults & seniors, Information Resources, News, Strengthening families and neighborhoods

Health: United Way blood drive on May 22nd for network partner American Red Cross

Posted on May 2, 2013 by

At United Way we’re always happy when volunteers roll up their sleeves and get involved. On Wednesday, May 22, volunteers will be rolling up sleeves to take save lives as part of our blood donation drive. United Way of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Health, News, Partner Agencies, Volunteers

Congressman Cohen meets with United Way leaders, partner nonprofit agencies to discuss federal funding

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

Earlier this month Congressman Steve Cohen (Tennessee 9th District) met with United Way volunteers and staff, as well as representatives from partner nonprofit agencies in midtown Memphis to discuss a proposed 5% cut (which he does not support) in federal funding. Cohen … Continue reading →

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United Way sponsors Ruby Payne seminar – local teachers and sector leaders learn more about challenges faced by people in poverty

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

When Ruby Payne came to the University of Memphis in late March with her message about children and adults transitioning from a life of poverty, she left attendants in the crowded ballroom with one overall theme: There is so much … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Events, Financial Stability, Grants, Health, Helping children and youth succeed, Information Resources

Learn about what’s going on in the Mid-South this April with the CIM Calendar

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

United Way’s Community Issues Management (CIM) calendar is filled with fun spring events for the community! Utilize CIM to help identify areas of Memphis and surrounding counties where events are going on this season. More and more nonprofits and citizens … Continue reading →

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