Imagine you care for a loved one who uses medical equipment at home and, today, you received a notice that your utilities are going to be disconnected. Or maybe your work hours were cut and you’re struggling to provide your children with nutritious food and … Read More
Partnership with Reliable Subaru delivers 504 pairs of new shoes to students at Westport K-8 School
Reliable Subaru, in collaboration with United Way of the Ozarks and Operation Warm, has provided 504 new pairs of shoes to children at Westport K-8 School. In a fun event, the shoes were delivered to Springfield Public Schools students on January 16 by representatives from … Read More
Touching lives, helping thousands of people across the Ozarks: 2024 Annual Report shares the stories
This is community impact. A young boy connects with a role model and friend for life. A man teetering on the cusp of addiction relapse receives life-changing resources. A community leader finds a way to give to his neighbors. Volunteers fill the staffing gap so … Read More
UWO 2023-24 Pillar Award winners are inspirations for community leadership, innovation and advocacy
Last year, United Way of the Ozarks (UWO) raised $1.94 million to reinvest in communities across 14 counties in Southwest Missouri. And we didn’t do it alone. We are proud to recognize the outstanding organizations and individuals who led with excellence and caring during our … Read More
Community Leaders Helm United Way of the Ozarks 2024-25 Community Campaign Cabinet
Two prominent community champions – Brent Baldwin and Dr. Grenita Lathan – are co-chairing United Way of the Ozarks 2024-25 Community Campaign. The pair is heading a 16-person cabinet focused on encouraging donors to help United Way of the Ozarks (UWO) lead the way to … Read More
United Way of the Ozarks provides new two-year funding for 20 programs that champion children and provide pathways out of poverty
Following a highly competitive seven-month process, beginning July 1, United Way of the Ozarks (UWO) is funding a new lineup of programs focused on championing children and providing pathways out of poverty. Money for the grants is provided by donations to UWO’s Community Investment fund. … Read More
Jeff Frederick, Drury University president, joins United Way of the Ozarks board of directors
United Way of the Ozarks board of directors has announced the selection of the organization’s newest director, Dr. Jeff Frederick, president of Drury University. Frederick’s appointment is effective July 1, 2024, and his term runs through March 31, 2027. Frederick looks forward to joining the … Read More
United Way of the Ozarks announces next President/CEO
United Way of the Ozarks’ board of directors has announced the selection of Brandi VanAntwerp as the organization’s next president/CEO. The nonprofit leader, well-known in Springfield and across Missouri, will join United Way of the Ozarks (UWO) on June 17, 2024. She will enter as … Read More
United Way of the Ozarks welcomes new board members, names officers
Four new members have joined United Way of the Ozarks’ Board of Directors, enhancing representation across sectors. New members serving three-year terms beginning April 1, 2024, are: Matt Aug, president, Cox HealthPlans; Tyler Hesser, chief financial officer, Springfield ReManufacturing Corp. (SRC); Dee King, chief of … Read More