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
Celebrating 30 years of Caring
Save June 23 for the next Day of Caring! Day of Caring returns for its 30th year of being the largest, single-day volunteer event in Southwest Missouri. With the help from local sponsors and businesses, as well as hundreds of volunteers, our community will again rally … Read More
Blasting for the Better nets $9,715 for the community
Donations to champion children; provide pathways out of poverty The “Blasting for the Better” fundraiser with City Utilities raised $9,715. Funds will be invested in our community, with specific focus in two areas: championing children and providing pathways out of poverty. Sister gifts opportunity to … Read More
UWW endorses Community Engagement in a Box
Doing good is good for your business The changing dynamic of the workforce demands an overhaul to outdated recruitment and retention approaches. The tools employers need are easily accessible and proven to work. They lie in strong corporate social responsibility. It is among the growing … Read More
From Hello to Help, 211 is Here
United Way of the Ozarks Celebrates 2-1-1 Day 211 is a free and confidential resource, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Similar to 911, calls to 211 are received by specialists with access to resources available from private and public health and … Read More
Blasting for the Better
Power Station Stacks Implosion to Benefit United Way After providing electricity to Springfield more than 60 years, the five generators inside James River Power Station are retired and the stacks are coming down. Because of this historic and rare event, City Utilities is partnering with … Read More
Innovative Thinking Headlines Community Investment Training
New fund supports nonprofits with an entrepreneurial and competitive spirit Our region’s challenges require new and innovative approaches. United Way of the Ozarks’ new Community Investment strategy includes a unique approach to addressing our community’s needs and emerging challenges. Starting this year, 10 percent of the … Read More
UWO Team Complete for the First Time in Two Years
Retirements. New opportunities. And a pandemic. All were contributing factors to multiple vacancies experienced by the United Way of the Ozarks team beginning in 2019. After lifting a hiring freeze and conducting a strategic reorganization, the office is now fully staffed. It’s also embarking on … Read More