Going Over The Edge: Rappelling 300 Feet Down a Skyscraper in Downtown Indianapolis
By Maddie Koss, United Way of Central Indiana Digital Communications & Content Specialist I really felt invincible up there, creeping down the mirrored windows of a 23-story building in downtown Indianapolis. Except, of...
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The Strength to Succeed – Achieving Financial Stability and Success with John H. Boner Community Center
Valerie Davis’ journey may have been interrupted by homelessness, but her perseverance and commitment to family ensured she was able to achieve her greater potential. After giving birth to her daughter, Courtney, Valerie was...
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United Way’s Winter Assistance Fund
Long winter months mean drastic increases of heat and electricity bills for families and individuals who are already struggling to afford the basics to survive. These households are being forced to make tough decisions just...
Read MoreUnderstanding Roots of Racism – Part 1: Health – Recap and Resources
Thank you for joining United Way of Central Indiana at our first session of Understanding the Roots of Racism, an educational series on policies and practices of the past that have created barriers to service,...
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Five Reasons You Should Go Over the Edge
By Rafael Sanchez Just a few months ago before the pandemic hit, I agreed to be one of the first individuals to put my fears aside and agree to rappel down a 20-story building this...
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Who’s Essential to You?
By Jessica Di Santo, Senior Director of Communications at United Way of Central Indiana A friend of mine sent me this picture while walking on Indianapolis’ Monon Trail. We’ve seen dozens of signs, chalk drawings and artworks, like this,...
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7 Ways to Thank a Frontline Worker
Nurses. Doctors. Grocery store employees. Delivery drivers. Nonprofit employees. Warehouse workers. First responders. Cleaners. Today we’re celebrating the admirable ways our community’s frontline workers have stepped up during the COVID-19 crisis. Even while knowing their...
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With hardship, there is always hope.
We are often asked why we’re so passionate about the work of United Way. The answer is usually because we feel called to serve. That calling takes on a new meaning when faced with a community crisis....
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United Way of Central Indiana and Community Funders announce $16.5 million Central Indiana COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund
Funds will support human service needs during economic distress associated with the virus INDIANAPOLIS – A coalition of community funders, led by United Way of Central Indiana, announced today a $16.5 million Central Indiana COVID-19...
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Securing Housing For Our Central Indiana Neighbors
At age 21, Joan found herself trapped an abusive relationship – with two young children witnessing it all. She was relieved when her abusive boyfriend moved out but wasn’t yet prepared to meet the looming...
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