United Way Allen Co.

Become a sponsor of Day of Caring! Your contribution allows our thousands of volunteers to take on projects that help improve our community in need. Applications close July 5th, so hurry! Apply here: bit.ly/4alp8Ji

Have you listened to our latest podcast episodes? 🤔 Listen to our latest episodes featuring Ben Anderson and Andrew Kreager as they talk about making a positive impact in our community, so you won’t want to miss out! Listen here: bit.ly/3H693KE

In observance of Juneteenth, our offices will be closed today. Today, we celebrate the commemoration of the end of slavery. A pivotal moment for our country and more rights for all. Here’s to all of those who fight every day for continued progress in our country. 🇺🇲

A big shout-out to @UPS for spending a day volunteering at @FWCommSchools Service Center last week! They spent some time out in the sunshine laying down mulch and making the space look beautiful. 🤩

The deadline to be a part of Day of Caring is tomorrow! 🚨 Our applications for Project and Team applications close tomorrow, don’t miss your chance to help make Allen County better. 👬 Tag a friend who you want to apply with you! Apply here: bit.ly/44RRf17

New podcast alert! 🎙️ Our guest is Andrew Kreager, Andrew is known as a local community changemaker. Listen to find out more about what he does to help our community. 🚨This is the season finale, so catch it before you're left behind! Listen here: bit.ly/3H693KE

Yesterday we had several students and staff from the PFW TRIO Office and Ivy Tech TRIO Office to volunteer and put together art kits for our Kindergarten Countdown students. We love seeing these two initiatives come together and show what it means to LIVE UNITED!

Join us for the United Way of Allen County's Day of Caring! 🎉 This year's Day of Caring will be held on August 23, 2024. We encourage everyone to sign up to volunteer for Day of Caring. To learn more and sign up, visit: bit.ly/4dRbq3k

Here are this year's VITA results! ✅ 2,927 completed tax returns ✅ $2,250,000 in community tax returns ✅ $643,000 saved in tax prep fees A big thanks to our partners @MyBrightpoint, Catholic Charities of Fort Wayne South Bend, & Volunteer Center Fort Wayne for their support!

New podcast alert! 🚨 This is a bonus episode with Ben Anderson — a huge supporter and volunteer for our DOC event. Listen now: bit.ly/3H693KE Click the link to learn more about volunteering: unitedwayallencounty.org/vol…

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🚨Our offices will be closed today. See you tomorrow.

Don't forget to listen to our latest episode of Boldly Engage with Ewelina Connolly from Amani Family Services! Learn about the work Amani does and how they make positive change in our community. Listen now: bit.ly/3H693KE

PNC and the Raymond Rosenberger Foundation have provided United Way with the opportunity of recognizing a committed volunteer with the Monsignor Thiele award. We're honored to present this award to our own board member Greg Johnson! Congratulations to Greg!

🎉 Celebrating Ruthie! 🎉 We had a lovely breakfast outing to celebrate our Director of Community Initiatives, Ruthie Hall, as she prepares to welcome a new baby soon. 🍼💕

Need support in your housing search? 🏡 Come to our Tenant Workshop to get guidance to help supercharge your options in finding a new home! Hosted at the Main Branch of ACPL on Wednesday, May 22, anytime from 1-7pm. Tag and share with someone who needs this information!

🌟 Team Bonding Alert! 🌟 Today, Our amazing team enjoyed a fun-filled day of mini golf and ice cream! 🍦🏌️‍♂️.

As we continue to observe Mental Health Awareness month, let's talk confidence! Confidence is a muscle you can build. Check out these tips for how you can up your confidence a day at a time! What other tips can you think of?

We're very excited about our latest episode of Boldly Engage! We're speaking with Ewelina Connolly, Executive Director of Amani Family Services! Ewelina speaks about Mental Health Awareness Month and their work with the refugee community. Listen now: bit.ly/3H693KE

It's time for our annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive! This weekend, May 11th, you can participate in helping bring food to those in need within our community without leaving the house! Share this video and help us spread the word!

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! 👩🏽‍🏫 We challenge you to spend time this week showing your favorite teachers love. Whether it's buying them a coffee, a note expressing your gratitude or a simple thank you, let's show our teachers how much we value them! 💙