United Way of Pierce County rallied community members to work together in a new way to spark dialogue on complex social issues, by hosting A Concert and Conversation with Peter Buffett, son of investor Warren Buffett, at the Schneebeck Concert Hall at the University of Puget Sound on Tuesday.
United Way of Pierce County’s South Sound 211 operation will begin providing free Lyft rides to eligible clients in select cities in September
Recently, United Way Worldwide announced the launch of Ride United, a transportation access initiative that will help individuals in need overcome transportation barriers. Ride United launches with initial support from General Motors and Lyft, and leverages the strengths of local United Ways and the 211 network to address unmet transportation needs for individuals and families.
Premier Corporate Partners, Local Philanthropists and Students are United for the Future to Bring Philanthropy and Social Activism Together
Who: United Way of Pierce County and Peter Buffett, youngest son of investor, Warren Buffett. Through his music and media presentation, Peter Buffett will share fascinating stories, his views on complex social issues and the importance of philanthropy.
United Way of Pierce County’s Gifts in Kind program, is partnering with Men’s Wearhouse to launch its 12th annual Suit Drive, a month-long initiative that collects gently-used professional clothing for Americans transitioning back into the workforce. Throughout the month of July, donations collected at Men’s Wearhouse stores will be distributed to United Way and more than 150 other local non-profit organizations across the country that help disadvantaged individuals regain employment through job readiness programs and workforce assistance.
Check out the latest CityLine featuring Dona Ponepinto, President & CEO, United Way of Pierce County as she shares the Pitch to Ditch Poverty Challenge.
United Way is looking for innovative ideas that address family financial instability. Winning groups will receive funding to kick start winning concepts.
South Sound 2-1-1, operated by United Way of Pierce County, is a free, easy-to-remember number, available in Pierce, Lewis and Thurston Counties that helps people cut through what can be a confusing and overwhelming maze of information and resources. Recently, South Sound 2-1-1 has demonstrated excellence in the information and referral services field by successfully completing a detailed professional accredidation process administered by the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS).
Two nonprofits will use $380,000 in grants to help veterans and other displaced workers prepare for skilled positions in manufacturing, technology
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If you or a loved one has been impacted by the U.S. Government shutdown, 2-1-1 may be able to help. United Way Worldwide has provided a landing page with a list of resources and information related to common questions, as well as financial relief and support from companies and support for union or credit members that can be accessed here: http://211.org/services/govshutdown.
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Residents in our region experience particular challenges, so we have invested in specialists who are focused on transportation, housing, mental health and basic food enrollment services.
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One of the biggest barriers to employment, medical appointments or even grocery shopping can be transportation. Our trained specialists continually update information, referrals and assessments to help navigate:
