Decades ago, United Way connected Jeffrey Wilson to services. In March, he celebrates 30 years working with the nonprofit.
Jeffrey embodies a spirit of selflessness and goodwill toward others that is unmatched. Said one colleague: “He’s an incredible human being.”
Free tax preparation now available for households with income of $66,000 or less in 2023
Administered by United Way of Central Indiana, Indy Free Tax Prep will run through mid-April in Boone, Hendricks, Marion and Morgan counties
United Way of Central Indiana opening its accreditation process
Accreditation allows nonprofits to apply for United Way grants, access training and resources
Applications open for United Way of Central Indiana pitch competition
More than $100,000 in grants will be given out April 25 at Propel
How Be Nimble Foundation is helping Black and Brown founders grow sustainable businesses, build generational wealth
A three-time recipient of United Way’s Social Innovation Fund, Be Nimble Foundation provides workforce development opportunities and entrepreneurship support
United Way of Central Indiana receives $30 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support capital projects in the human services sector
The gift will help nonprofits across the region with construction, renovation and technology needs
United Way of Central Indiana announces public policy agenda ahead of 2024 legislative session
Priority efforts focus on early education, housing security and economic mobility
United Way of Central Indiana awards nearly $1 million to 13 nonprofits for innovative programs
United Way estimates more than 10,000 people will be served through this round of funding
She was a ReadUP student more than a decade ago. Now, Mykah Coleman is studying to become a teacher.
United Way of Central Indiana’s ReadUP program helps students get on track with grade-level literacy
United Way’s Human Services Professional Renewal Grant helps people bring fresh ideas, energy back to the sector
The grant – made possible by the financial support of Lilly Endowment, Inc. – provides recipients with up to $10,000 to engage in activities that bring them professional and personal renewal.
United Way’s Technology Fund helps nonprofits plan their tech future, transform the way they serve
Since relaunching in 2020, United Way of Central Indiana’s Technology Fund has awarded over $2.2 million to more than 80 organizations to fund 105 projects across the region. Supported by funding from Lilly Endowment Inc., it’s one of three United Way funds – Technology, Facilities Maintenance and Capital Projects – designed to help organizations with infrastructure needs.
New report: United Way and nonprofit grantees provide economic boost to the region
Prepared by Kelley School of Business’s Indiana Business Research Center, the “United Way of Central Indiana’s Economic Impact” report analyzes the economic impact of 1,775 grants to 387 organizations totaling $135 million over a three-year period.
United Way of Central Indiana announces new five-year plan to reduce poverty
United Way of Central Indiana today announced a new five-year strategic plan: Partners in Purpose.
‘We take out the wall and you start to build something new’: How PACE helped one man find a pathway to freedom
PACE is one of 12 accredited partners with United Way of Central Indiana to use the Center for Working Families model, which helps people and families get on a path to financial stability.
‘This place helped me find me’: In Morgan County, Stability First is helping women rebuild their lives
Accredited with United Way since 2022, the nonprofit runs a 16-bed women’s shelter, with plans for a men’s facility in the works
Diving into ALICE: Race, ethnicity, ALICE and poverty in Central Indiana
This is the third installment in a series about ALICE and poverty in Central Indiana. Financial difficulties faced by families in our community are not distributed equally. One area where these differences are clear: race and ethnicity.
Diving into ALICE: Key findings about ALICE and poverty in Central Indiana
This is the second installment in a series about ALICE and poverty in Central Indiana. Here are three major takeaways from the 2023 ALICE report.
Diving into ALICE: ALICE and poverty – what’s the difference?
This is the first in a series about ALICE and poverty in Central Indiana. What is the difference between these two groups? And why is ALICE important?
United Way of Central Indiana recognizes top donors, companies, partners at annual celebration
At the event, United Way highlighted its work in the community for 2022-2023 and presented awards