United Way In The News

It is such an honor for me to be part of the United Way organization as a donor, volunteer, and board member.  In just a few months, I have already met many generous, kind, and smart people that share their time, money and talents to help United Way and all of the...

September is always a month of new beginnings for UW-Whitewater as we kick off the Fall semester of a new academic year. The 2021-22 year is especially exciting as we welcome students and their families back to campus in a very different way than last year due to the...

The United Way of Jefferson & North Walworth Counties is launching their second annual Season of Caring, scheduled to run for seven weeks from September 27th – November 14th. “We are kicking off our 2021 campaign season focused on our theme of being “United For...

I feel both blessed and grateful to be on the United Way Board of Directors as well as serving in my role as the Office Coordinator for Valero Renewables in Jefferson. Valero Renewables Jefferson holds an annual kickoff where employees gather for a meeting, enjoy...

Has a child ever looked you in the eyes and told you that they can’t participate in an activity they love because they can’t afford it? It’s a heartbreaking moment that I experienced multiple times throughout my tenure as coach of the Fort Atkinson High School Poms...

I’ve always valued being an active member of the communities I’ve lived in throughout my life. Whether its volunteering or donating, its been a part of my sense of duty to myself and my community. Helping others helps us all! But I admit I wasn’t always sure if I was...