United Way of the Midlands (UWM) plays an important role in uniting the caring spirit of our community to address social and economic disparities. We strive to remove barriers and create opportunities through community partnerships – while serving as accountable stewards and directing dollars where they are needed most. Accountable stewardship depends on a deep understanding of local needs.
To accomplish this, UWM demonstrates a commitment to proactive data engagement by regularly monitoring and analyzing newly released and reported data. This ongoing process involves active collaboration with data partners and community organizations to stay abreast of evolving trends and emerging needs, as well as examining internal data from 211 and Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) programming to evaluate the impact of our own programming.
UWM’s formal assessment and research project. A targeted analysis of internal data, publicly available community assessments and collaboration with external partners to gain a nuanced and holistic perspective on community needs. Our most recent research project, Signals and Trends, was conducted during the summer of 2023.
UWM invests in local community organizations through its Community Care Fund (CCF), Diversity Equity Inclusion Fund (DEI) and ARPA Funds. Data is from the 2022-23 fiscal year and is reported by programs annually. Programs report demographics gathered from clients served, but data collection is not a barrier to service.
Last fiscal year, 211 had more than 313,000 contacts – serving community members across Nebraska and Iowa. The 211 dashboard allows community partners and members of the Nebraska and Iowa communities to gain a deeper understanding of the needs that 211 is utilized for in their area.
UWM’s formal assessment and research project. A targeted analysis of internal data, publicly available community assessments and collaboration with external partners to gain a nuanced and holistic perspective on community needs. Our most recent research project, Signals and Trends, was conducted during the summer of 2023.
UWM invests in local community organizations through its Community Care Fund (CCF), Diversity Equity Inclusion Fund (DEI) and ARPA Funds. Data is from the 2022-23 fiscal year and is reported by programs annually. Programs report demographics gathered from clients served, but data collection is not a barrier to service.
Last fiscal year, 211 had more than 313,000 contacts – serving community members across Nebraska and Iowa. The 211 dashboard allows community partners and members of the Nebraska and Iowa communities to gain a deeper understanding of the needs that 211 is utilized for in their area.