202 E. Grandview Pkwy | Traverse City, MI 49684 Connecting and mobilizing the caring power of our communities to advance the common good. 202 E. Grandview Pkwy | Traverse City, MI 49684 231.947.3200 | www.UnitedWayNWMI.org
Uniquely United Way We create better lives for our neighbors by helping build stronger communities - we're addressing region-wide social issues that cannot be solved alone. Together with our volunteers, donors, employers, and grant alliances, we’re making a difference across our region by connecting and mobilizing the caring power of our communities to advance the common good.
Our Alliances Our education alliance is committed to: Providing resources for youth needed to graduate from high-school on time, prepared for the next steps. Our basic needs alliance covers: Housing Food Utilities Our health alliance is working to: Reduce substance abuse rates Help families and individuals lead healthier, more active lifestyles
What is 2-1-1 ? 2-1-1 connects people to community resources when they need help. It is a free, confidential service that offers access to thousands of programs and services statewide.
AMERICORPS VISTA VISTA is an AmeriCorps program that engages individuals in a year of full-time service with a sponsoring organization to create or expand programs that bring individuals and communities out of poverty. All VISTA projects must demonstrate four key principles: Anti-poverty focus Capacity-building Sustainability Community empowerment
Our Impact United Way of Northwest Michigan is a leader in bringing donors, volunteers, and community organizations together to solve critical problems in our five-county region. Community Advisory Team Maximizing Donor Impact Impact Alliances
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteering through the workplace benefits employees, corporations, and the community at large. United Way is equipped and ready to connect volunteers to the needs in our communities. Whether you represent a company looking for unique, rewarding, team-building activities or you’re an individual desiring to make a difference, United Way is ready to help.
www.UnitedWayNWMI.org Thank you! We appreciate your time! Interested in getting involved and investing your caring power in making a difference? Easily make a gift online, or learn more about how you can volunteer your time to a program or initiative that is creating real change in our region. www.UnitedWayNWMI.org