EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Join us to learn more about United Way and how YOU are making a difference!
Women's United Lunch and Learn
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Please join us for Women’s United Lunch and Learn event! This event will provide a thoughtful and in-depth look at the mental health needs of our community as they relate to income inequality. We are honored to be joined by a panel of community experts across a variety of fields to lend their unique insights and perspectives.
Emerging Leaders Quarterly Conversations
Wednesday, April 13, 2023
Join fellow young professionals and community leaders to hear from keynote speakers, Chanda Chacon, President & CEO of Children’s Hospital and Medical Center, and Carol Henrichs, Vice President of Patient Care Services at CHI Health, on preventative care for young professionals and access and equity in healthcare. Enjoy cocktails, small bites and conversations while strengthening your business network and learning about what’s happening in the community!
Scouting for Food
April 15 & 22, 2023
Scouting for Food is an annual community service effort supported directly by the Mid-America Council and partner organizations in our local community. Under the Boy Scouts of America strategic pillar of being recognized as an advocate for youth and youth issues, Scouts across Nebraska and Western Iowa collect nearly 200,000 food items for those in need. This is the equivalent of approximately 114,000 meals. We are happy to partner with the Food Bank for the Heartland & your local food bank/pantry.
UNITED WAY OF THE MIDLANDS CELEBRATION CONCERT
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Join us at the Gene Leahy Mall to celebrate the start of summer and United Way of the Midlands’ 100th Anniversary by attending this free event. This event will feature live performances by The Shenanigans and The Travis Band, family-friendly activities, food vendors, fun giveaways and a community village where you can learn more about our local partners.
Blue Collar Boxing
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
We’re all fighting for the same thing: a better, stronger and more vibrant community. Hosted by the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) with support from United Way of the Midlands, proceeds from Blue Collar Boxing will strengthen our community by supporting the efforts of United Way of the Midlands and the Nebraska Center for Workforce Development and Education.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS
Come out with your neighbors, family and friends for one of our 100th Anniversary Celebrations and enjoy family-friendly activities, food, drinks, fun giveaways, a community village and more!
Volunteer EVENTS
By Sharing your time and talents you can touch someone's life in a truly powerful way!
Cinco de Mayo Parade
Saturday, may 13, 2023
Join Omaha’s largest and most diverse parade along historic South 24th Street. With over 60,000 spectators, this is one event you won’t want to miss! The parade starts at 10:00 am at 24th and D street and ends at 24th and L street.
Cinco De Mayo Parade
Saturday July 15, 2023
Join Omaha’s largest and most diverse parade along historic South 24th Street. With over 60,000 spectators, this is one event you won’t want to miss! The parade starts at 10:00 am at 24th and D street and ends at 24th and L street.