LB641 Bill to Provide State Funding to United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline Signed into Law

On May 29, Gov. Pete Ricketts signed LB641 into law, ensuring United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline will receive $300,000 in state funding each year for the next two years. The bill...

United Way Recognizes UPS and Wells Fargo’s Commitment to Philanthropy

United Way of the Midlands is proud to announce that two of its corporate partners – UPS and Wells Fargo – were recognized by United Way Worldwide (UWW) for their...

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 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 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...

UWM Receives Grant from Peter Kiewit Foundation

United Way of the Midlands (UWM) is proud to announce it has been awarded a grant of $250,000 from Peter Kiewit Foundation. The grant will support the basic needs investment...

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...

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