Category Archives: Personal Stories

WPTY ABC 24 observance of Black History Month salutes United Way Sr. V.P. Regina Walker

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

WPTY ABC 24 and our friends at the Dial 2-1-1 network are saluting local leaders making a difference in our Mid-South community during Black History Month. The station is once again recognizing the work of Regina Walker, United Way’s Senior … Continue reading →

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Your support at work: Newborn Charlie’s parents were at a loss upon learning he was deaf – your giving provides care and education that makes a difference

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

(Note: This story comes courtesy of Kathy Smith, development director of Memphis Oral School for the Deaf. Names and images are changed to protect privacy.) Charlie’s parents were excited to bring him home from the hospital. He was a newborn … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Helping children and youth succeed, Partner Agencies, Personal Stories

United Way and Advance Memphis hold conversation about improving success for young adults (ages 18-24)

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

A question-and-answer seminar at  Advance Memphis’ offices at 769 Vance last week sought feedback from Memphians looking for work about what can be done to improve jobless rates for people living in the 38126 zip code area. Advance Memphis works … Continue reading →

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Your support at work: Jimmy’s mental development challenges were no match for his spirit and desire to work

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

(Note: This story comes courtesy of Benjamin Greene with ARC of the Mid-South. Names and images have been changed to protect privacy.) Jimmy is a member of our community who been diagnosed with mild mental development challenges. However, this has … Continue reading →

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March and April features United Way, EITCA / VITA staff and volunteers on the air to promote free tax services

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

During March and April, don’t miss United Way staff and volunteers on television, promoting the benefits of using FREE tax preparation and filing help through the Earned Income Tax Credit Alliance (EITCA) and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). WYPL (commonly … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, EITCA, Events, Information Resources, Personal Stories, Strengthening families and neighborhoods, Technology, Volunteers

Your support at work: Elayna’s life was changed by what she learned as a high school student in a United Way agency program

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

(Note: Today’s story comes courtesy of John Gaskill with BRIDGES, a partner agency in  United Way’s network of care. Names and images are changed to protect privacy) Years ago while a junior in high school, Elayna became involved with the … Continue reading →

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