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
Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy met Feb. 5 at the Wellness Center where students learned about social services in the county. KYLA moderator Tony Ciriello opened the meeting by introducing United Way Associate Director Jo Faulker presented the impact United Way has in Kosciusko County and some background on … Read More
The William P. Gordon Institute for Enterprise Development through the School of Business at Grace College and the United Way of Kosciusko County will partner again this year to host an IRS endorsed “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)” Program in Kosciusko County during the months of February and … Read More
Two area companies, CTB Inc. and Miller’s Heath Systems, have signed on to be pacesetters for the 2014 United Way Campaign in Kosciusko County. Internal teams of employees at both companies, along with United Way staff, have been working to execute their annual fund drive designed especially for … Read More
