WARSAW — After celebrating its 60 anniversary in 2018, United Way is launching the most comprehensive strategic planning effort in its history. With a goal of building a framework that will keep United Way at the forefront of Kosciusko County philanthropy for the next 60 years, a nine-member … Read More
KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Kosciusko County Community Foundation and United Way, has recently formed a Child Care & Early Learning Coalition for the purpose of helping families in the county access high quality and affordable child care/early learning options for their … Read More
WARSAW — A sea of ball caps, emblazoned with all branches of the U.S. military and representing the past six decades, were seen throughout the Center Lake Pavilion on Wednesday, Nov. 7 as local veterans converged on the venue for the annual Military Veteran Stand Down, sponsored by … Read More
KOSCIUSKO — United Way of Kosciusko County believes every kid can become a great reader. Now we are on a mission to make sure our kids have more than enough books to read. United Way’s BIG GIV” set a bold goal of gathering 6,000 gently used children’s books … Read More
KOSCIUSKO — In response to yesterday’s fire at Lakeland Learning Center in Syracuse, United Way of Kosciusko County is rallying efforts to get the supplies needed to reopen the center on Tuesday, Sept. 5. On Thursday, Aug. 31, a fire broke out at Lakeland Learning Center. Thanks to … Read More
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The United Way of Kosciusko County held its annual celebration last night, Feb. 22 at the VIC in Warsaw. The celebration was all about honoring the great accomplishments made in the past year while looking forward to the possibilities for greatness that exist moving forward. … Read More
MILFORD — The Lake City Hoopsters will playing charity games against the Chore-Time Brock All-Stars as well as the Milford Fire Department over the next two Wednesdays in Milford.
Read MoreKOSCIUSKO — United Way of Kosciusko County is proud to announce Darren Bickel as the new Executive Director. Bickel has 23 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, serving most recently as the Vice President of Community Impact with United Way of Elkhart County. A graduate of Manchester … Read More
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — United Way of Kosciusko County’s funding forms are now available on their website. The Request for Funding forms can be found under “news” online. United Way funds programs in three focus areas; Education, Income and Health. Each focus area has a specific mission. Education improves education … Read More
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, with a greater prevalence being found in families whose income fall below that of the Federal Poverty Level. But it is also one of the most preventable, which is why the Kids Smile Kosciusko program is … Read More
By STEPH WOODWARDS Campaign Coordinator, United Way Of Kosciusko County WARSAW — United Way of Kosciusko County today announced that Executive Director Patricia Coy will be retiring effective December 31. The United Way Board of Directors will be assembling a search committee this summer to look for her replacement. … Read More
SOUTH BEND — An unusual delivery is expected to arrive at 3 p.m. Monday, February 22 at LOGAN Center in South Bend—a 5-foot-tall fiberglass bison.
Read MoreGOSHEN — Goshen Community Schools will again be offering United Way Reading Camps to 20- 25 children at Chandler, Parkside, Model, Waterford, and West Goshen.
Read MoreWARSAW — An opportunity for supporters of the newest Serenity House in Warsaw was provided Thursday morning, Oct. 22, at an open house event. Serenity House Unit No. 7, is located at 321 S. High St., Warsaw. Unit No. 7, which opened on Sept. 1, is home for … Read More
By JO FAULKNER Associate Director, United Way of Kosciusko County WARSAW — As Danco Anodizing, Warsaw, a Pacesetter for the 2015 Campaign for United Way, began its drive, the company instituted several employee activities, including a dunk tank, drawings, bake sales and salad bar sales. Once activities and … Read More
The excitement was high when the Pacesetter, Bowen Center, began their activities for the 2016 United Way Campaign. This excitement spilled out into their contribution for the annual United Way campaign. Their giving participation grew greatly and their donations more than doubled from last year’s totals for United … Read More
