United Way of the Ozarks is pleased to announce the naming of Amber Alcorn as director of communication and volunteerism. The director of communication and volunteerism is a vital member of UWO’s team. In this role, Alcorn will serve as the primary public relations leader. … Read More
United Way of the Ozarks announces 2022 Campaign Co-Chairs and Cabinet
United Way of the Ozarks has kicked off its 2022 Campaign by announcing that Gary Gibson, President and CEO at City Utilities of Springfield, and Morey Mechlin, community volunteer, will co-chair this year’s campaign and Cabinet. They will be joined by 25 volunteers who will … Read More
Life changing programs lead to trades career
By United Way of the Ozarks volunteer writer Jeremy Nichols is a father who participated in the first cohort of a new program to the Ozark area, Missouri Apprentice Ready. Finding and keeping a job that paid a living wage had become a disheartening struggle. … Read More
A life beyond paycheck-to-paycheck
By United Way of the Ozarks volunteer writer In early April 2022, Cijie Potts wanted to turn her life around, but she didn’t have the resources to make it happen. Her past hadn’t prepared her for a career. A single mom, she worked double shifts … Read More
Springfield Launches Missouri Apprentice Ready Program
United Way of the Ozarks Supports Workforce Development Programs The Missouri Apprentice Ready Program is a 5-week training course through the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit organization affiliated with the Missouri AFL-CIO. Through a collaborative partnership with the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce … Read More
Day of Caring returns for 30th year
June 23 Event Mobilizes More than 1,300 Volunteers Day of Caring is the largest, single-day volunteer event in Southwest Missouri. It was held June 23 and involved more than 1,300 volunteers completing 105 service projects at 41 nonprofit organizations and contributing to 26 supply drives. … Read More
Redesign of community investment process awards 21 grants
Following a five-month highly competitive process, United Way of the Ozarks (UWO) has a new community investment plan and a new line up to focus on Championing Children and creating Pathways Out of Poverty. Beginning July 1, 21 grants will be awarded to 14 nonprofit … Read More
Championing children by connecting cycles to smiles
United Way of the Ozarks and Cummins partner to supply bicycles to needy, deserving kids Thirty future cyclists were surprised with the gift of a new bike, thanks to employees at Cummins Sales and Service, a local power system manufacturer. The bikes were distributed May … Read More
UWO announces Board changes
United Way of the Ozarks welcomes new board members, names officers and extends appreciation to departing members. On May 11, six new members will join the United Way of the Ozarks Board of Directors, enhancing representation across sectors. New members serving three-year terms are: Brian … Read More
United Way and AFL-CIO: A Lasting Partnership
Post-war collaboration continues to serve local labor community The history began on August 17, 1942. Sparked by the growing number of war relief fundraising drives, an agreement was made between the AFL-CIO and Community Chests and Councils, Inc., now known as United Way Worldwide. Organized … Read More