Category Archives: Personal Stories

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

Posted on May 3, 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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Remembering a community champion: Dr. E. Charles Leonard

Posted on February 4, 2013 by

Dr. E. Charles Leonard, past Chairman of the Board of Directors for United Way of the Mid-South in 1992 and 1993 passed away late last week. Dr. Leonard was recognized as a world-wide leader and expert in the field of … Continue reading →

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Loyal Contributor Spotlight: Ruth Rawlings-Banks, United Way Leadership Giver since the mid-1970s

Posted on January 18, 2013 by

(Note: United Way is sharing Loyal Contributor stories as part of our 90th anniversary celebration and will continue beyond 2013. If you have a Loyal Contributor story to share, please contact the United Way News Center). Ruth Rawlings-Banks has been … Continue reading →

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The Bar-Kays donate time to entertain United Way’s troops during latest meeting

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

Also: Special visits from Memphis AFL-CIO Labor Council and Enterprise Holdings bring great news to the campaign United Way celebrated its third campaign countdown meeting with a great sense of fun and accomplishment, as General Campaign Chairman Joe DiNicolantonio had … Continue reading →

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Information series from The Commercial Appeal shares how United Way support improves lives and addresses issues

Posted on October 23, 2012 by

Our friends at The Commercial Appeal have been sharing messages from United Way of the Mid-South which provide stories and information about our work to impact lives and improve education, financial stability and health across our area. The newspaper has generously … Continue reading →

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Raymond James Morgan Keegan brings two great charitable histories together in support of United Way

Posted on October 16, 2012 by

“It doesn’t matter where you grew up or what you do for a living…what is clear is that our country, our city, our communities need us now more than ever. There is no greater way to impact the community than … Continue reading →

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