Flooding in Nebraska and Iowa Met With Outpouring of Generosity

As flood waters devastated communities and farmland in Nebraska and Iowa, people near and far responded with love, empathy and an impressive can-do spirit.   So far, United Way of...

United Way and AmeriCorps Help Organize Volunteers for Flood Relief Efforts

United Way of the Midlands, in conjunction with AmeriCorps Disaster Response Teams, is partnering with voluntary and faith-based organizations to host statewide flood relief volunteer opportunities. The opportunities will be...

UWM is hosting A Concert & Conversation with Peter Buffett on April 11

During A Concert & Conversation, Peter will share stories about growing up in the Buffett family, his personal views on complex social issues and the important role of philanthropy. He...

UWM Creates Fund to Aid Nebraska and Iowa Flood Victims

Thousands of people in Nebraska and Iowa are in need of assistance as flooding displaces families, destroys homes and devastates communities. In response, United Way of the Midlands has created...

UWM and Peter Buffett Inspire Community Change with Special Concert on April 11th

United Way of the Midlands is hosting A Concert & Conversation with Peter Buffett at the UNO Strauss Performing Arts Center on April 11. Peter, son of investor Warren Buffett,...

UWM Receives Grant from Kellogg’s to Address Community Food Insecurity

United Way of the Midlands (UWM) is proud to announce it has been awarded a grant of $66,661 from Kellogg’s Twenty-Five Year Employees’ Fund, Inc. In alignment with Kellogg’s global...

Individuals Impacted by the Federal Government Shutdown Can Call United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline for Assistance

As the government shutdown stretches into its 33rd day, nearly 800,000 federal employees continue to work without pay or remain furloughed across the country.1 Recognizing the impact that a missed...

United Way-Funded Program Will Help More Than 6,000 Individuals File Taxes for Free

Filing income taxes can be overwhelming, and not everyone can afford to pay for expert advice to ensure they’re filing accurately and taking full advantage of available tax refunds. To...

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