Community Impact Programs
LITERACY & LEARNING
LITERACY & LEARNING
LITERACY & LEARNING
Expansion of community literacy support includes providing Imagination Library and Julie's Little Libraries in Warren, Knox, Henderson, and Mercer Counties. Currently, there are over 2,000 children in Warren, Henderson, and Knox Counties subscribed to Imagination Library! We have added Born Learning Trails in both Mercer and Warren Counties, with plans to install in Henderson and Knox Counties.
ENGAGE BELONGING
LITERACY & LEARNING
LITERACY & LEARNING
Providing a sense of belonging for everyone matters not only for every individual, but for our entire region. We continue to play a significant role in giving educational and translation support to area business and educational institutions in the area. Additionally, we extend multiple opportunities for learning and experiencing various cultures through special regional events and access.
HEALTHY FAMILIES
LITERACY & LEARNING
HEALTHY FAMILIES
In addition to providing support free of charge for prescription costs through SingleCare and Crisis intervention through 211, we seek out community partnerships for projects that focus on family health, citizenship, and opportunity access for everyone. This includes hosting events, including: Food Pantry Collections, Support Groups, and Workshops focused on Understanding One Another.
STRONG COMMUNITY
LITERACY & LEARNING
HEALTHY FAMILIES
United Way of West Central Illinois partnered with The Galesburg Community Foundation and the Twomey Foundation to initiate community endowments. The initial $50,000 investment we made from our own endowment in 2018 assisted our partners in igniting three Community Funds to date, with a total of 1,001 gifts disbursed and a fund value of $
United Way of West Central Illinois partnered with The Galesburg Community Foundation and the Twomey Foundation to initiate community endowments. The initial $50,000 investment we made from our own endowment in 2018 assisted our partners in igniting three Community Funds to date, with a total of 1,001 gifts disbursed and a fund value of $577,986! Area organizations may apply for these additional funds annually.
Community Impact Grantors, Partners, & Sponsors:
