Recent News

Recent News

09/03/10 - 08:17 am

Individuals interested in learning about everything from smart budgeting tips to refinancing a loan to filing for foreclosure should visit this year's MONEY SMART FAIR, Thursday, October 14, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the City-County Building Rotunda, One E. Main St. During the MONEY SMART FAIR, a list of financial literacy workshops will be announced. The workshops will be offered by local non-profits, government and businesses and will be held October 16 – 23, 2010.

Power of the Purse Set for September 29

09/01/10 - 01:43 pm

United Way’s Women United committee is unveiling a unique fundraising event called Power of the Purse, presented by cinda b, one of the fastest-growing handbag, travel bag and tote companies in the country. Additional sponsors include LH Industries and Kachmann Mind Body Institute. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 29, 5:30 p.m. at the Fort Wayne Country Club.

United Way Aims High, Sets $5 M Goal

08/30/10 - 01:49 pm

United Way of Allen County leaders are setting the bar high for this year’s annual campaign, establishing a $5 million fundraising goal; last year’s goal was $4.8 million.

Senior Health Fair Set for October 2

08/24/10 - 10:02 am

United Way of Allen County and Organized Labor have scheduled the 18th Annual Senior Health Fair for Friday, October 1, 2010, from 8 a.m. until noon at Turnstone Center for Children and Adults with Disabilities, 3320 N. Clinton St. The health fair is sponsored by Parkview Home Health & Hospice and everyone, regardless of age, is invited to attend.

Day of Caring a Huge Success

08/17/10 - 12:36 pm

More than 1,500 volunteers logged approximately 9,000 volunteer hours during this year's 18th annual NIPSCO Day of Caring. To see photos, visit United Way's Facebook page.

Operation Backpack - Now through August 8

07/20/10 - 02:34 pm

United Way, Indiana's NewsCenter and area McDonald's are teaming up to provide local children in need with school supplies. Drop off new school supplies at local McDonald's and receive a free small coffee or beverage. All supplies will go to children living in the county in which the supplies are donated. Download the flyer or call 2-1-1 for more information.

New Learn United Employee

07/16/10 - 03:22 pm

United Way of Allen County has hired Fort Wayne native Lanah K. Hake as its new Director of Education Initiatives; she is charged with leading the organization’s Learn United initiative. Hake oversees United Way of Allen County’s efforts to improve the reading skills of children across Allen County. In particular, Hake manages Learn United, a 10-year initiative focused on building a broad base of community volunteers via www.LearnUnited.org who are matched with local children needing literacy support.

Local Residents Claim More Than $2 M in Tax Credits

06/18/10 - 01:41 pm

Newly compiled statistics show that low- and moderate-income Allen County residents claimed more than $2 million in tax credits this year, thanks to the Earned Income Tax Credit program. A total of 4,977 local residents received free tax assistance provided by 125 IRS trained and certified tax volunteers. More than $2.1 million was returned to these residents this year as part of the Earned Income Tax Credit program; this represents a $400,000 increase over last year’s amount. The program also saved customers more than $170,000 in tax preparation and e-filing fees.

We're #1!

06/15/10 - 10:57 am

Recently released statistics show that The Fort Wayne-area collected more pounds of food than any other similarly sized community in the nation during the May 8 Letter Carriers’ Food Drive. Area letter carriers, schools and residents contributed more than 622,000 pounds of food this year. Last year, the community gathered 453,513 pounds and the total in 2008 was 352,000 pounds. All food collected stays local; it is distributed to food pantries throughout the region. Campbell’s Soup rewards winning communities with 1,000 cans of donated food.

Summer Reading Buddies Needed

05/27/10 - 10:12 am

United Way of Allen County’s Learn United initiative is in search of approximately 200 volunteers to help elementary students improve their literacy skills over the summer. “Summer Reading Buddies” are needed June 14 through August 13 at a variety of times and locations. Volunteers may sign up for as little as one hour a week for two weeks, and as much as several hours a week for ten weeks.

Men's Night Out Fundraiser
Bourbon, beer, cigars and dinner at Club Soda on September 13. All proceeds benefit United Way of Allen County. Call or email Robin Holley at robinh@uwacin.org or (260) 422-4776 for more information.

Women United's Power of the Purse Event
A fundraiser to support early childhood literacy efforts in Allen County. The evening will include both live and silent auctions of new, gently used and celebrity-owned designer purses. It is scheduled for September 29 at the Fort Wayne Country Club at 5:30 p.m. Seats are $50/each. If you would like to attend, contact Robin Holley at robinh@uwacin.org or call her at (260) 417-3804.

Senior Health Fair
The 18th Annual Senior Health Fair is set for October 1, 2010. Download the brochure here.

2010 Day of Caring
Day of Caring was a huge success with 1500 volunteers and approximately 9,000 volunteer hours logged! Visit our facebook page to see photos of the great day! Click here to see media coverage.

American Pride Ride
This year's 9th Annual American Pride Ride consists of a Teddy Bear Run to Lutheran Children's Hospital. If you'd like to join Organized Labor for the ride, or purchase a bear for the patients at Lutheran Children's Hospital, contact Vickie Meyers at (260) 422-4776.

Goals for the Common Good
United Way's assessment of community conditions and how to address important community needs. Download report.

FamilyWize
Information about prescription drug cards that could save you money. Learn more.

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