April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and to help raise awareness, United Way of the Ozarks is Connecting the Dots about family violence in the Ozarks. We recognize this is a pressing issue that must be destigmatized in our community. To do so, it has … Read More
COVID-19 Response: A Thank You
Over the past weeks, we have shared good news stories as our partner nonprofits continue to provide crucial services for members of our Ozarks community during the COVID-19 pandemic. United Way of the Ozarks would not have been able to meet the needs of our … Read More
Welcome, new VP of Communications & Volunteerism, Stacey Funderburk
United Way of the Ozarks selects Stacey Funderburk as Vice President of Communication and Volunteerism United Way of the Ozarks welcomes Stacey Funderburk to serve as the organization’s Vice President of Communication and Volunteerism. Ms. Funderburk will begin in this role April 5. United Way … Read More
COVID-19 Response: Navigating this Crisis Together
When a crisis arises, United Way of the Ozarks works to meet the needs of our community and our nonprofit network. Our partner nonprofits have been diligent to implement and innovate as part of their COVID-19 response efforts. From the beginning of this health crisis … Read More
Connect the Dots: Reading for Community Success
In this month’s edition of Connect the Dots, United Way of the Ozarks and our partners discuss why developing reading skills at a young age is fundamental to a person’s success in school, work, and life. In the U.S., children who read proficiently by third … Read More
COVID-19 Response: Creating a Strong Community
United Way of the Ozarks is dedicated to ensuring that our partner nonprofits can purchase necessary supplies to face the COVID-19 pandemic. The Kitchen Inc., one of United Way of the Ozarks’ 22 partner nonprofits, went above and beyond to ensure that safety was a … Read More
Connect the Dots: Fostering Inclusion and Belonging
At United Way of the Ozarks, we are dedicated to fighting for equality and justice for every individual in our community. As we continue to embrace the importance of diversity, we recognize that every person brings their own unique experiences and perspectives to our Ozarks … Read More
COVID-19 Response: Navigating Uncharted Territory
When COVID-19 hit the Ozarks in the spring of 2020, United Way of the Ozarks and our partner nonprofits had to cancel or postpone all fundraisers and awareness events scheduled due to safety concerns. Along with this, transitioning to working from home and utilizing new … Read More
COVID-19 Response: Ensuring Safety in Our Community
United Way of the Ozarks strives to meet the needs of our nonprofit community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Especially in times of crisis, ensuring the safety of our community and its members is a top priority. Through the Coronavirus Response Fund, Great Circle was able … Read More
COVID-19 Response: Every Child Deserves Their Voice to be Heard
United Way of the Ozarks’ partner nonprofits have worked diligently to overcome the challenges that come with facing the COVID-19 pandemic. This unprecedented time is especially hard on those who are the most vulnerable. CASA of Southwest Missouri strives “to recruit, train and support community … Read More