United Way announces 2019-22 grant recipients, $52M in generated community impact
62 Southeast Louisiana nonprofits to receive funding for health, education, and financial stability programming
NEW ORLEANS – United Way of Southeast Louisiana announced Tuesday its 2019-22 grantees under the second three-year cycle of Blueprint for Prosperity funding. The 62 nonprofit recipients include 7 more than the previous cycle with 23 new programs, 13 of which are first-time UWSELA grant recipients.
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United Way launches disaster fund ahead of Tropical Storm Barry
Website to collect donations for recovery efforts across SE Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS – United Way of Southeast Louisiana, in partnership with WWL-TV, announces the UWSELA Disaster Fund. All funds raised will support relief and recovery efforts through grants to community partners and nonprofit organizations providing direct services to impacted individuals and families.
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Recap: 2019 State Legislative Session
During the 2019 state legislative session, United Way of Southeast Louisiana’s Public Policy Committee worked closely with state legislators, Governor John Bel Edwards’ staff, and collaborative partners to advocate for legislation which will help create a better, stronger community for all.
#UnitedForImpact Partner Events
Join United Way of Southeast Louisiana and community partners for an exclusive networking opportunity celebrating the second cycle of funding under the Blueprint for Prosperity. Join us to learn more about how together, we all work towards eradicating poverty throughout our region.
Attendees will also participate in the first public demonstration of United Way’s Prosperity Dashboard – a new, comprehensive data source for understanding the root cause of poverty.
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CAGNO Brings Wellness-Focused Cancer Survivorship Programs to Washington Parish
At some point in life, nearly everyone will be touched by a cancer diagnosis - be it personal or of someone you love.
In Louisiana, the chances are even higher. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in our state, and cancer incidents and mortality rates among men and women are worse than the national average for all cancers combined.
United Way Partners with Starbucks to Open New Community Store
On Friday, June 28, Starbucks will open a new store in New Orleans, located at 2851 South Claiborne Ave, New Orleans 70125, as part of the company’s ongoing initiative to support economic development in diverse, underserved areas of the country.
Williamson’s Notes: Threatening the Most Vulnerable Among Us
The Office of Management and Budget issued a notice requesting public comments on a recommended change to update the federal poverty line for inflation as indicated by various consumer price indexes (CPI). The comment period closed on Friday, June 21, with little public awareness.
Trauma, Kids, and Our Community
Earlier this year during Mental Health Month, advocates across America raised awareness of the close connection between mental and physical health.