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- United Way Opens Funding Application
Somerset, KY – 08/28/2024 – United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) has opened their application cycle for 2025 funding. Non-profits from across the 10-county Lake Cumberland Area (Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties) are invited to apply through traditional “Partner Agency” funding or “Mini Grant” funding for requestsContinue reading “United Way Opens Funding Application” - United Way of South Central Kentucky Receives Transportation Funding
Somerset, KY – 08/12/2024 – United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) has received $25,000 to start the RIDE UNITED: TRANSPORTATION ACCESS (RUTA) program in Pulaski County. The program aims to provide free and reduced-cost rides to clients in need. Earlier this year, Aetna Better Health of Kentucky formed a Health Council to talk withContinue reading “United Way of South Central Kentucky Receives Transportation Funding” - Women United: Women Empowering Young Leaders Receives Grant
Women United: Women Empowering Young Leaders Receives Grant - Lickety Split Returns May 2
“The shortest foot race in Kentucky” returns on Thursday, May 2 in downtown Somerset! Each year members of the community come together to make the 350-yard “dash” from the crosswalk near Citizens National Bank on E. Mt. Vernon St. to the Farmer’s Market at CNB Pavillion to enjoy their reward of a delicious banana split!Continue reading “Lickety Split Returns May 2” - Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Supports Local United Way
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH) is proud to support the United Way of South Central Kentucky. - United Way Announces 2024 Fund Recipients
The United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) has announced its partner agencies and mini grant recipients for 2024. Selected from non-profits in the 10-county Lake Cumberland Area, the eight partner agencies and five mini grant recipients have been chosen for their alignment with United Way’s mission. UWSCKY will invest a total of $45,000 in these chosen organizations, aiming to broaden impact across the region in 2024. - November 2023 Update
November 2023 From Crystal’s Desk: Another year is drawing to a close. It’s hard to believe we are already in November – we have been very busy this year learning from and serving in the ten counties across our region. The miles and the time have passed quickly! We are thankful for another year to serve our neighbors and friends and look forward to growing our reach and impact in the years to come! I would love an opportunity to talk with you more – to learn what matters most to you, catch up on all the great things we’re doing, hear your suggestions, and answer your questions. If you’d like to connect, please reach out to me! director@uwscky.org. UPDATES FROM UWSCKY - United Way Opens Funding Application
United Way Opens Funding Application Somerset, KY – 10/16/2023 – United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) has opened their funding application cycle for 2024 funding. Non-profits from across the 10-county Lake Cumberland Area (Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties) are invited to apply through traditional “Partner Agency” funding or a new “Mini Grant” funding application for requests of $1,000 or less. - Women United: Women Empowering Young Leaders, Meece Middle School
Somerset, KY – 09/15/2023 – The Women United affinity group of United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) is partnering with Meece Middle School to launch “WEYL: Women Empowering Young Leaders” this fall. The program aims to provide support to at-risk and disadvantaged eighth grade girls and help prepare them for future success. “We areContinue reading “Women United: Women Empowering Young Leaders, Meece Middle School” - Real Men Read Returns – Hopkins Elementary
Real Men Read is returning for the 23-24 school year! Yesterday we had the pleasure of meeting with Hopkins Elementary to plan their sessions! If you would like to be a volunteer reader this year, please visit https://uwscky.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=844077 and review the options available! Sessions will be the second Wednesday of each month, October to MarchContinue reading “Real Men Read Returns – Hopkins Elementary” - Real Men Read Returns – Science Hill IndependentReal Men Read is returning for the 23-24 school year! This morning we had the pleasure of meeting with Science Hill Independent to plan their sessions! If you would like to be a volunteer reader this year, please visit uwscky.galaxydigital.com/need/ and review the options available! We have 1) morning pre-school class, 1) afternoon pre-school class,Continue reading “Real Men Read Returns – Science Hill Independent”
- Shawn Reynolds – September 26Join us for the second annual United Way of South Central Kentucky “Sharing Smiles” comedy night! Doors will open at 5:30pm for dinner guests. Dinner will begin at 6:00pm with comedy starting at 7:00pm. We will also have balcony tickets available (balcony tickets do not include dinner). Dinner ticket sales end at 5:00 pm onContinue reading “Shawn Reynolds – September 26”
- United Way Day of Action
United Way of South Central Kentucky is joining the efforts of the greater United Way Network on June 21 for the annual Day of Action! This year we are encouraging people across our 10-county region (Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties) to take action and do something impactful onContinue reading “United Way Day of Action” - Lickety Split Returns
“The shortest foot race in Kentucky” returns on Thursday, June 8 in downtown Somerset! Each year members of the community come together to make the 350-yard “dash” from the crosswalk near Citizens National Bank on E. Mt. Vernon St. to the Farmer’s Market at CNB Pavillion to enjoy their reward of a delicious banana split!Continue reading “Lickety Split Returns” - United Way donation adds to Pulaski’s Bookmobile offerings
On March 15 UWSCKY was able to present the Bookmobile from Pulaski County Public Library with 104 new books! Thank you to the Commonwealth Journal for covering the story. Pictured:Front row, left to right: Raeann Bates, Bookmobile; Reci Shook, Sales Director at Courtyard Marriott and UWSCKY Board President; Charlotte Keeney, Director at Pulaski County PublicContinue reading “United Way donation adds to Pulaski’s Bookmobile offerings” - UWSCKY Participates in Live United Day
Governor Andy Beshear, Commissioner Ryan Quarles, Senate President Pro Tempore David Givens, Senate Minority Floor Leader Gerald Neal, and Other Elected Leaders Join United Way Advocates for the 10th Live United Day at the Capitol FRANKFORT, KY – Advocates from across the Commonwealth convened in Frankfort Wednesday, February 15, for the 10th annual Live UnitedContinue reading “UWSCKY Participates in Live United Day” - Love Your Heart fair takes place Friday at Somerset Mall
Check out this great article by Carla Slavey at Commonwealth Journal Somerset, Ky.! One correction – Morrow Studios will be doing a *demonstration* on Friday and you can learn more about their offerings, classes, paintings and more. Shane will not be giving out lessons on Friday. It’s time to open your heart – to learningContinue reading “Love Your Heart fair takes place Friday at Somerset Mall” - United Way of South Central Kentucky Launches Reading Initiative at Hopkins Elementary School
Somerset, KY – 12/07/2022 – United Way of South Central Kentucky launched a new literacy initiative called “Real Men Read” at Hopkins Elementary on December 7, 2022. Thirty-two men in our community volunteered to read to individual classrooms as part of this new program. “We are excited to expand our impact on youth literacy through the RealContinue reading “United Way of South Central Kentucky Launches Reading Initiative at Hopkins Elementary School” - United Way of South Central Kentucky Receives Clean Audit
Somerset, KY, October 11, 2022 – The local United Way (UWSCKY) is proud to announce another “clean” opinion audit for the 2021 calendar year. Barry Daulton, CPA presented the audit Tuesday to UWSCKY staff and board members. UWSCKY Executive Director, Crystal Cox, said the audit was “unmodified” or “clean,” meaning it was the best typeContinue reading “United Way of South Central Kentucky Receives Clean Audit” - Local United Way receives $2K from Dollar General Literacy Foundation
Click to read the full press release from the Commonwealth Journal. - September 20, 2022 is National Voter Registration Day
United Way of United South Central Kentucky plans to register voters in Somerset, KY to celebrate the national holiday. Somerset, KY, September 14 – On September 20, 2022, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort to register voters ahead of the hotly contested midterm elections. Every eligible American voter shouldContinue reading “September 20, 2022 is National Voter Registration Day” - 37th Annual United Way Golf Scramble
On Wednesday, August 3 United Way of South Central Kentucky will host their 37th Annual United Way Golf Scramble. For more information, to register or to sponsor, please visit https://annual-united-way-golf-scramble.perfectgolfevent.com/ Additionally, this year UWSCKY is offering a $10,000 Hole-In-One contest! Join the fun at Eagles Nest on August 3! - Happy 50th Birthday, United Way!
Check out this great article from Carla with the Commonwealth Journal celebrating our 50 YEARS of serving the region! Thanks so much, Carla! — at Commonwealth Journal Somerset, Ky. Article link: https://joom.ag/D9ad/p16 - United Way celebrates National Volunteer Week with portal announcement
By JANIE SLAVEN Commonwealth Journal | Link to article: https://www.facebook.com/163116807040001/posts/5585103161507978/ Apr 21, 2022 Millions of volunteers across the nation donate their time and energy to make their communities a better place to live. This week, April 17-23, the efforts of these individuals are being spotlighted during National Volunteer Week. Locally, the week was marked WednesdayContinue reading “United Way celebrates National Volunteer Week with portal announcement” - United Way South Central Kentucky Receives $1,000 – The Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood Grants
SOMERSET, KY, February 15, 2022 – Local Starbucks partners (employees) nominated United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) for The Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood Grants program. This round of Neighborhood Grants focused on supporting organizations that address a critical need in the community and that partners are passionate about. During the 2021 holiday season, The Starbucks FoundationContinue reading “United Way South Central Kentucky Receives $1,000 – The Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood Grants” - United Way South Central Kentucky Receives $10,000 Grant from United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund
SOMERSET, KY, February 3, 2022 – United Way of South Central Kentucky announced a $10,000 grant award from United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund. This grant was awarded to 175 United Ways across the United States and is intended to increase internal capacity and crisis response preparedness, including critical areas such as businessContinue reading “United Way South Central Kentucky Receives $10,000 Grant from United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund” - Toyotetsu North America Supports Tornado Relief
Toyotetsu North America presents $10,000 donation December 16, 2021; Somerset, KY — Toyotetsu North America, on behalf of its team members and staff, presented a $5,000 donation to the United Way of South-Central Kentucky from its plant in Somerset and a $5,000 donation to the United Way of the Ohio Valley from its plant in OwensboroContinue reading “Toyotetsu North America Supports Tornado Relief” - Somerset 106 Hosts Radiothon
Somerset 106.1 once again partners with UWSCKY for an end of year Radio-thon. This year’s Radio-thon will be held on Christmas Eve from 7:00 am – 10:00 am on 106.1 FM and live online at https://www.somerset106.com/player/?playerID=1245. During the Mid-Mornings with Amy Stroud segment there will be a special *jolly* guest joining us live on the airContinue reading “Somerset 106 Hosts Radiothon” - UWSCKY Partners for Tornado Relief
Following the devastating tornadoes and storms that hit Kentucky on December 10 and 11, UWSCKY partnered with United Ways across the state in support of the United Way of Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund. On the morning of Saturday, December 11, United Way leaders from across the state connected with United Way of Kentucky and theContinue reading “UWSCKY Partners for Tornado Relief” - Cyber Monday / Giving Tuesday AuctionFord Brothers Auctioneers hosted a Cyber Monday/Giving Tuesday online auction to benefit UWSCKY. The auction raised more than $1,215 for UWSCKY! The auction included items donated by Kentucky State Parks, Master Musician’s Festival, iHeart Media, Hendrickson, Taco John’s, Sonny’s, Baney’s Bangin’ Sauce, ProTrade Hardware, Village Laundry & U-Haul, and other private donors. Thank you toContinue reading “Cyber Monday / Giving Tuesday Auction”
- RESCHEDULED Dine & Give – McCreary County – Friday, November 12Join us at The Whistle Stop in Stearns! Come out and learn more about the United Way and how we help McCreary County. Learn more by following the Facebook event!
- 40 Under 40 Gala
United Way of South Central Kentucky (UWSCKY) was well represented at the first annual 40 Under 40 Awards Gala through Young Professionals of Lake Cumberland (YPLC) held on Saturday, October 23 at The Center for Rural Development. YPLC created the 40 Under 40 Awards to recognize stand-out individuals under the age of 40 who haveContinue reading “40 Under 40 Gala” - UWSCKY Volunteers: Horse Soldier EventUnited Way of South Central Kentucky was asked by SPEDA to volunteer in the historic groundbreaking ceremony for Horse Soldier Bourbon in Somerset. Learn more about the event from the SPEDA Newsroom.
- UWSCKY to exhibit at SOAR Summit
United Way of South Central Kentucky will be exhibiting at the 2021 SOAR Summit. SOAR – Shaping Our Appalachian Region – serves many of the same communities as UWSCKY. This year’s Summit will be held at The Arena in Corbin, KY on October 13 & 14. UWSCKY will be providing information about their work acrossContinue reading “UWSCKY to exhibit at SOAR Summit” - Annual Campaign Kick-Off – Tuesday, October 5Join us Tuesday, October 5 at noon at the monthly Chamber of Commerce luncheon for our Annual Campaign Kick-Off! The luncheon will be held at The Center for Rural Development in Somerset. This year we’ll have a few minutes at the beginning of the luncheon to share about UWSCKY and then our partners at FordContinue reading “Annual Campaign Kick-Off – Tuesday, October 5”
- Dine, Sip & Give – Russell County – Thursday, September 30Join us at Reel Java & Creamery for a fundraising event! They’ll donate a portion of proceeds from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 30. We hope you can join us for dinner!