Volunteering
Getting Involved with UWWV
The United Way of Whitewater Valley is a member of United Way Worldwide. Moreover, it is a global network of nearly 1800 local nonprofit fundraising affiliates. United Way of Whitewater Valley serves Wayne and Union County which are part of this network. UWW &...
Volunteerism Matters: Volunteering in Wayne and union County
Ever thought about volunteering in Wayne County? Union County? There are a million reasons why lending a hand to any of your local nonprofits can boost the community you love and live in. Volunteerism benefits several aspects of a community and there are tons of...
Why reading by the end of third grade matters
March is nationally recognized as Reading Month and the time to encourage everyone to read daily! We are here to talk about why reading by the end of the third grade matters to the future of our community. The state of Indiana continues to grapple with the downstream...
Join the United Way of Whitewater Valley Board
Considering joining a local board? Great! We encourage you to join the United Way of Whitewater Valley board of directors. Joining our board is a wonderful way to make a difference in Wayne and Union Counties. United Way of Whitewater Valley is committed...
10 Ways to Help Your Community
Looking for ways to help your community without breaking the bank? There are plenty of options to make an impact without financial donations. We understand not everyone has the money to donate but don’t let money stop you from making a difference in Wayne and Union...
Food Pantries in Wayne County and Union County
The holidays always bring a different set of feelings for everyone. One thing that we can all agree on is we look forward to the food. There is nothing better than the delicious treats we can share with our friends and families on Thanksgiving or Christmas. The sad...
21 Days of Giving and Volunteering in Wayne County and Union County
The holidays are just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited! Here at United Way of Whitewater Valley, we think of beautiful winter days and warm cups of hot chocolate. The holidays have a way of bringing out our generous natures. For...
Give the Gift of Books: Top 10 Children’s Books
There is nothing better than giving the gift of knowledge. While a book might not be that 100-piece Lego set or Barbie dream house, it is no less of a meaningful gift. A book is a vehicle for the imagination, especially for children. They can learn about places and...
Nonprofit Spotlight: Communities In Schools of Wayne County
We are constantly amazed by the incredible things that our program partners are providing to the community. Each of our partner agencies is working in one of our four focus areas; childhood success, youth success, economic mobility and access to...
Becoming a Board Member with Brian Lackey
Our board members are integral to everything that we do at United Way of Whitewater Valley. Our board is comprised of prominent leaders in our community. Each of them brings different perspectives and values, but they share a common passion for Wayne...
