“When you volunteer, you make a difference. You help others to have a better life,” says Susan McGovern, UWKC Volunteer. Get connected to opportunities like Susan’s to give back to Kenosha County or your local area at VolunteerWisconsin.org or by visiting https://lnkd.in/d679ANAe. #VolunteerKenosha #VolunteerWisconsin #Communitylmpact #GiveBack
United Way of Kenosha County
Non-profit Organizations
Kenosha, WI 882 followers
United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community.
About us
United Way of Kenosha County’s (UWKC) mission is to mobilize the caring power of our community to advance the common good by achieving outcomes in the key areas of education, income and health. In the area of education, UWKC works to insure children and youth achieve their potential through outcomes around academic achievement and productive and engaged young adults. In the area of health, UWKC works to improve people’s health through outcomes focused on healthy living and access to health and safety resources. In the area of income, UWKC promotes financial stability and independence through outcomes focused on improved living and employability skills and management and acquisition of assets. Last year more than 12,637 low-income households were assisted by the partner programs funded through United Way’s investment process while another 8,000 low-to-moderate income individuals were touched directly through United Way programming including the FamilyWize discount prescription program, the Readers Are Leaders Program, the Oh Baby! Health and Wellness Fair, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program and other volunteer activities.
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http://www.kenoshaunitedway.org
External link for United Way of Kenosha County
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Kenosha, WI
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1924
Locations
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Primary
5500 6th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140, US
Employees at United Way of Kenosha County
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Carolynn Friesch
Passionately Leading Positive Change as CEO | United Way of Kenosha County | Fostering Lasting Community Impact
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Tawana Johnson
Administrative Assistant Intern at United Way of Kenosha County
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Laurie McDonald
Community School Relations Coordinator at Kenosha Unified School District
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Beth Griffen
Director of Finance at United Way of Kenosha County
Updates
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👋 Hey, nonprofits! Leadership Kenosha is currently seeking project proposals for the 2024-2025 cohort. Submit your project ideas by August 1 for the opportunity to have your big ideas thought through by local leaders. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gjvadUF4 Did you know Leadership Kenosha has been instrumental in bringing some key projects to life at United Way of Kenosha County? Recent cohorts have helped launch our 365 Small Business Circle as well as put on last year's 100 Years, 100+ Volunteers: A Day of Service, reigniting a passion for volunteer efforts in our community. Thank you, Leadership Kenosha! Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce University of Wisconsin-Parkside
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📅 Save the date and send your team members a calendar invite! Thursday, March 6, 2025 marks the 15th Annual Read Across Kenosha. Before we know it, we’ll be gathering to share our love for literacy with students! 🙌 New to the event? During Read Across Kenosha — A Community Literacy Event, 150+ volunteers read in 200+ classrooms, helping to ensure access to high-quality books 📚 and nurturing a passion for literature, which is critical for the future success of our youth. 📕📗📘📙 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/emE_GpFS #literacymatters #readacrosskenosha #volunteerkenosha #amplifyimpact #maximizeresources
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📅 Save the date and send your team members a calendar invite! Thursday, March 6, 2025 marks the 15th Annual Read Across Kenosha. Before we know it, we’ll be gathering to share our love for literacy with students! 🙌 New to the event? During Read Across Kenosha — A Community Literacy Event, 150+ volunteers read in 200+ classrooms, helping to ensure access to high-quality books 📚 and nurturing a passion for literature, which is critical for the future success of our youth. 📕📗📘📙 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/emE_GpFS #literacymatters #readacrosskenosha #volunteerkenosha #amplifyimpact #maximizeresources
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⭐ It's easy to make an impact! ⭐ And even easier to give back as a team — get your company involved! ⭐Looking for volunteer opportunities but not sure where to start? Visit https://lnkd.in/dviVSSD to explore a variety of options. Filter by location, agency, interest area, or accessibility to find the perfect fit for you. #volunteerkenosha #volunteerwisconsin #AmplifyImpact
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“While we saw decreased need during the early COVID-19 precautions, since then, the needs of our community have spiked, rising past previous highs,” says Sharon Pomaville, Executive Director at Sharing Center, Inc.. “It has been a record-breaking year, unfortunately.” In 2023, Bloomberg published an article stating how the price of groceries has grown 50% faster than inflation. Prices since then have only continued to rise. It's more important now than ever that our community comes together to unify voices and amplify impact in order to uplift everyone in Kenosha County. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gmjTKTwc
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Who had the chance to check out the grand opening of Kenosha Public Library’s Children’s Library at Uptown last weekend? Share your favorite moment from the grand opening in the comments! The KPL staff put on a wonderful event with many engaging, interactive activities. Carolynn Friesch, CEO at United Way of Kenosha County enjoyed the opportunity to be a featured reader during an afternoon storytime. So many smiles, readers, and excited community members were in attendance! We are looking forward to continued involvement with KPL. #literacymatters #itsagooddaytoread #superreaders #readersareleaders
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The current Youth as Resource board have already started planning for the upcoming school year. Still, we celebrate the recent graduates who helped bring so many service projects to life during the 2023-2024 grant cycle. Join us in recognizing Nina and Isaac for their accomplishments. Congratulations, seniors! We know you are off to great things! Learn more about Youth as Resources: https://lnkd.in/er5Fc6a University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Join us on Saturday, November 9 for an evening of inspiration and celebration at United Way of Kenosha County's "Unify, Amplify, Give: Live UNITED Spectacular." This event promises to be memorable, highlighting the caring power of the Kenosha community and the incredible impact we've achieved together. Come together with fellow supporters, volunteers, and partners to honor the strides we've made in strengthening our community. From bolstering education to supporting families in need, our collective efforts uplift everyone in Kenosha County. Through live presentations, testimonials, and performances, we'll showcase the transformative power of unity and generosity. Whether you've been a longtime supporter or are new to our cause, this event is an opportunity to reflect on our accomplishments and recommit to our shared mission of connecting diverse voices and maximizing resources to collectively strengthen Kenosha County. Mark your calendars and get your tickets TODAY: https://lnkd.in/gRfP7bBG Sponsorships and ad space available through October 1. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfRKkNhW Thank you to the 2024 sponsors: Carthage College, Johnson Financial Group, Community State Bank, and Educators Credit Union.
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“I believe that volunteership is super important for the community to show, hey, it’s not just about us, but it’s about helping other people and really loving them.” —Robert Moore Your team can get connected to opportunities like Rob’s to give back to Kenosha County or your local area at VolunteerWisconsin.org or by visiting https://lnkd.in/d679ANAe. #VolunteerKenosha #VolunteerWisconsin #Communitylmpact #GiveBack 4D Business Group United Way of Wisconsin
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