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
Staffing community engagement reaps multiple rewards
The Talent Puzzle is a three-part series focusing on employee talent recruitment and retention. It was originally published in the Springfield Business Journal. In concert with the new podcast Citizen Inc., co-hosted by Greg Burris and Eric Olson of the Springfield Business Journal, we are sharing … Read More
Veterans United Foundation supports United Way’s Veterans Emergency Assistance Fund with $20,000 donation
More local veterans will gain assistance this year thanks to a gift from the Veterans United Foundation and local Paddio mortgage company. The organizations presented a check to United Way of the Ozarks on Sept. 16 for $20,000 to provide aid through the Veterans Emergency Assistance Fund. “We are … Read More
More than 200 volunteers rally around area nonprofits during the second United Way of the Ozarks Day of Caring in 2021
“It’s been a hard past year, and we’ve been fortunate,” said Clarissa Shea, claims coordinator for American National during United Way of the Ozarks Day of Caring. “We met a lot of really cool people from another company in town. We got to build new relationships and learn about the Girl … Read More
Greg Burris selected as next CEO for United Way of the Ozarks
After one year serving as United Way of the Ozarks’ executive in residence/Give 5 executive director, Greg Burris will lead the organization as the new President/CEO effective Aug. 2. Burris succeeds Debi Meeds, who will retire after five years with the organization on Aug. 1. … Read More
Create A Charitable Gift Plan For 2019
By Gretchen Cliburn BKD Wealth Advisors The new year brings new opportunities to support those charitable 501(c)(3) organizations you feel passionate about. Before making your first contribution of the year, create a plan so your gifts are meaningful and, when possible, reduce current or future … Read More
Give United on Giving Tuesday
November 27, 2018 is Giving Tuesday, a celebration of generosity following Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. It is a day when you can support a cause close to your heart by helping United Way of the Ozarks build stronger communities in southwest Missouri. … Read More
Kaden ‘grows imagination’ thanks to United Way program
From an early age, we’re taught that reading is fun. Reading takes you to far-off imaginary places where you can talk to animals or even fly. However, for many children across the Ozarks, reading isn’t fun because they can’t keep up with their peers. Kaden … Read More
United Way program helps two little miracles exceed expectations
Andrea Harp was thrilled with the excitement of being a first-time mom. Early on in her pregnancy, she found out her family was growing from 2 people to 4 with the expected arrival of her twin daughters in November 2015. That excitement quickly turned into … Read More
Don’t pay to file your taxes
Tips for Tax Season from United Way of the Ozarks You’ve likely heard the adage, “Nothing in life is certain except death and taxes.” Well, thanks to United Way of the Ozarks at least one of those things is easier. United Way partners with industry … Read More