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United Way of the Midlands Launches New Website to Celebrate 100th Anniversary
For Immediate Release: March 1, 2023 United Way of the Midlands Launches New Website to Celebrate 100th Anniversary To kick off a year-long celebration highlighting 100 years of helping others in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro, United Way of the Midlands
March 1, 2023
The 211 Helpline- Nebraska’s Helping Hand for Neighbors in Need
Every hour of every day, someone in our state is faced with a challenge, and Nebraska 211 is ready to listen and lend a helping hand. Nebraska 211 connects neighbors in need with the resources to help – with trained
February 10, 2023
Governor Pillen Declares February 11 “211 Day” in the State of Nebraska
For Immediate Release: February 9, 2023 Governor Pillen Declares February 11 “211 Day” in the State of Nebraska Every hour of every day, someone in Nebraska is faced with a challenge and needs assistance. The 211Helpline, housed at United Way
February 9, 2023
A Look at Poverty in the Metro
A Look at Poverty in the Metro It’s been 58 years since President Johnson launched a war on poverty in response to a national poverty rate around 19%. And while the U.S. poverty rate is now much lower, many of
January 31, 2023
Celebrating 2022
Celebrating 2022 Last year was challenging for many in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro with the highest inflation we’ve seen in decades making it hard for families to make ends meet. However, our community’s strength, passion and generosity helped us accomplish
January 18, 2023
TODAY – Big Mama’s Kitchen Hosts Special Events to Commemorate MLK Day
MEDIA ALERT – January 16, 2023 TODAY – Big Mama’s Kitchen Hosts Special Events to Commemorate MLK Day Who: Big Mama’s Kitchen and Catering is hosting a special luncheon for 100 members of the North Omaha community to commemorate the
January 16, 2023
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