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500 Women Inspired to Fight Child Hunger
The 6th Annual WomenUnite! Event inspired area women to unite behind United Way and the BackPack Program. More.
July 22, 2010 |
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Sioux Empire United Way Elects Board Officers
At United Way's Annual Meeting on February 23, new officers and members were elected to the Board of Directors. More.
February 24, 2010 |
Sioux Empire United Way Recognizes Community Leadership
400 attendees at the annual Thank You Event recognized several individual and business award winners. More.
February 10, 2010 |
Rod Carlson, winner of
David Birkeland Memorial Award,
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Sioux Empire Lives United and Raises $9.4 Million
Sioux Empire United Way announced the results of the 2010 Campaign to a crowd of volunteers, givers, and partner agencies. More.
January 26, 2010 |
Be a Readasaurus
The 9th Annual Reading Festival is expected to draw over 1,900 parents and children from the Sioux Empire tomorrow, October 17, at the Ramkota Exhibit Hall. More.
October 16, 2009 |
Rake the Town
Workers on Wheels, an initiative started by Sioux Empire United Way, is holding the annual Rake the Town Event October 23 and 24. Volunteers are needed. More.
October 19, 2009
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Grant Funds Available
Area non-profits are encouraged to apply for grant funding through Sioux Empire United Way. Grant applications are now available. More.
September 23, 2009 |
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A Call to Live United
More than 600 rocked the Sioux Empire at the 2010 Campaign Kickoff. More.
September 11, 2009 |
The Convention Center was filled
with Live United shirts.
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Wells Fargo Recognized by United Way of America
A national company with local ties was recently recognized for their community involvement. More.
May 19, 2009
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$185,000 in Grant Funding Awarded to Local Non-Profits
Ten area non-profit programs have been awarded grant funding for 2009. More.
March 10, 2009 |
Sioux Empire United Way Elects Board Officers and Members
Sioux Empire United Way held their annual meeting on February 24. More.
February 27, 2009 |
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Sioux Empire United Way Recognizes Individuals and Businesses
Over 400 people attended this year's Thank You Event. Several individuals and businesses were recognized at the event. More.
February 18, 2009 |
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Connecting Kids to Local Activities
Connecting Kids certificates are available for area students to participate in activities. More.
February 12, 2009 |
Sioux Empire United Way Thanks Community
Thanks to the generosity of a local United Way supporter, this short message was played for the community during the Super Bowl pre-game. More.
February 1, 2009 |
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Community Joins Together to Hit $9.3 Million Goal
The 2009 Campaign reached a 3.2% increase this year. More.
January 28, 2009 |
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United Way Partner Agency Applications Available
Applications for partner agency funding are now available for area non-profits. More.
December 31, 2008 |
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Sioux Empire United Way Board Approves Funding for New Homeless Program
This week at Sioux Empire United Way’s regularly scheduled Board of Director’s meeting, the board unanimously approved funding of a new program that is focused on assisting families and individuals that are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. More. Learn about Genesis.
November 20, 2008 |
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Nominations Sought for Outstanding Human Service Professionals
Sioux Empire United Way is currently seeking nomations for outstanding human service professionals in the Sioux Empire community. More.
Complete a nomination form: Larry Oppold Award, Helen E. (Oppold) Blair Award
November 17, 2008 |
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Swing Into a Good Book
Families in the Sioux Empire will celebrate literacy and the adventure in reading at the "Swing Into a Good Book" Reading Festival. More.
October 6, 2008 |
Volunteers Needed for Rake the Town
Hundreds of volunteers are needed to rake lawns of older adults in October. More. Sign up to volunteer.
September 25, 2008 |
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Grant Funds Available to Area Non-Profits
Non-profit agencies in Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha and Turner Counties are encouraged to submit proposals for grant funding from Sioux Empire United Way. More.
September 25, 2008 |
New Local Program Targets Childhood Obesity
HOPSports, an interactive, multimedia approach to educating and providing physical activity kicks off on Friday, September 12 at 3pm at Harvey Dunn Elementary. More. |
Sioux Empire United Way Kicks Off Campaign
Sioux Empire United Way kicked off their 2009 Campaign this morning at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. More.
September 9, 2008 |
Enthusiasm for the campaign!
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New Initiative for Area Families
Sioux Empire Family Foundations starts soon. More.
September 8, 2008 |
Sioux Empire United Way to Kick Off 2009 Campaign
The 2009 Campaign Kickoff will be held on September 9 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. More.
August 28, 2008 |
Women Unite to Provide Support to Families
600 women were educated about the importance of providing local families a strong foundation to raise healthy, successful children. More.
July 30, 2008 |
$200,400 in Grant Funding Awarded to Area Non-Profits
Each year Sioux Empire United Way awards grants to new and innovative programs. Programs receiving funding this year address new or unmet needs in the community and will provide services to hundreds of people in the Sioux Empire. More.
March 12, 2008 |
Over $400,000 in Refunds Provided Through Volunteer Tax Program
Four sessions have been offered with 285 returns completed. Over $190,000 has been claimed through the Earned Income Tax Credit, with more than $440,000 in total refunds claimed. More.
February 21, 2008 |
CIGNA Tel-Drug employees were one of the companies
recognized at the 2008 Thank You Event.
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Sioux Empire United Way Recognizes Community Leadership
Seven individuals and three companies received awards at the event. More.
February 12, 2008 |
Sioux Empire United Way Exceeds Campaign Goal
At 10:00 a.m. today the Sioux Empire United Way announced that our community has invested a total of $9,045,448 the Sioux Empire United Way. The goal for the 2008 Campaign was $8,662,511. More.
January 11, 2008 |
The ABCs of Sioux Empire United Way
Learn more about United Way learning your ABCs. More.
January 11, 2008 |
Partner Agency Applications Now Accepted
To qualify, agencies need to be a non-profit entity, provide programming within Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner or McCook counties, been in existence for at least two years, and have programs with an operational funding deficit. More.
January 2, 2008 |
Announcing the 2008 Campaign total.
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Community Volunteers Needed to Help Prepare Taxes
VITA volunteers prepare simple federal and state tax returns for people whose incomes are $40,000 or less. Anyone can volunteer. If you are interested and want to help, we can find a way to involve you in this program. More.
November 19, 2007 |
Nominations Sought for Outstanding Human Services Professionals
Sioux Empire United Way is currently seeking nominations for outstanding human services professionals in the Sioux Empire community for the Larry Oppold and Helen E. (Oppold) Blair Memorial Awards. More.
November 8, 2007 |
Yahoo for Little Book-A-Roos! 7th Annual Reading Festival
Families are invited to attend this free event, there will be activities for the kids, appearances by local sports players and the Vikings cheerleaders, and all children will receive a free book. More.
October 4, 2007 |
Low Recidivism Rate for Teen Court Participants
Sioux Empire United Way partner program Sioux Empire Teen Court has established a 3.4% recidivism rate for teens that successfully complete the program. More.
September 25, 2007 |
Children at annual Reading Festival.
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New Programs Encouraged to Apply for Funding
Sioux Empire United Way believes in supporting programs that are new and inventive, programs that meet needs that are currently not being met. More.
September 17, 2007 |
Sioux Empire United Way Kicks Off 2008 Campaign and Pre-K Program
Sioux Empire United Way kicked off their 2008 Campaign this morning at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. It was announced that this year’s campaign goal is $8,662,511, a 3.7% increase over last year’s total. More.
September 11, 2007 |
Sioux Empire Receives Generous Donation of Clothing
The Sioux Empire has received over 18,000 articles of new children’s clothing to help children in need through local charities. The clothing is a donation of the Kids in Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.), Inc. organization. More.
August 7, 2007 |
Over 600 Women Unite to Invest in Children
Tomorrow more than 600 women will come together to learn how they can invest in the lives of children in our community. More.
July 24, 2007 |
Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten
As summer begins, many children are looking forward to months of outside activity. Summer, however, is an important time for ensuring that your children are prepared for kindergarten. More.
June 1, 2007 |
Workers on Wheels Completes 2000 Jobs
Good deeds are growing like weeds! The Workers on Wheels (WOW) program has completed its third successful year and volunteers have officially filled 2000 requests for seniors in need, the Center for Active Generations and the Sioux Empire United Way announced this week. More.
May 29, 2007 |
United Way of America Honors Target
United Way of America honored Target with the 20th Annual Spirit of America® Employee Community Engagement Summit Award for its nationwide support of United Way’s volunteer initiatives. More.
May 17, 2007 |
United Way of America Honors Xcel Energy
United Way of America presented Xcel Energy with its most prestigious national accolade – the 20th annual Spirit of America® Award – to recognize the company’s commitment to community improvement. More.
May 17, 2007 |
United Way Agency Spreads Awareness About Alcohol Use
April 1 marks the beginning of Alcohol Awareness Month, and a Sioux Empire United Way partner agency, Carroll Institute, is working to spread awareness on the issue to students through their Project Awareness program. More.
March 29, 2007 |
Community Volunteers Make a Difference
April 15 through April 21, 2007 is National Volunteer Week, which is a time to recognize the individuals who donate their time and energy in order to help make a difference in their communities. More.
March 28, 2007 |
Over $160,000 Awarded to 11 Area Non-Profits
These programs address new or unmet needs in the community. The grants allow United Way to fund new and innovative programs that provide services to hundreds of people in the Sioux Empire. More.
March 14, 2007 |
United Way Recognizes Community Leadership
Local businesses and individuals were recognized at this year's Thank You Event luncheon. More.
February 6, 2007 |
Marcia VanGinkel, winner of Larry Oppold
Memorial Award with Lori Blom.
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United Way, More Than Just a Thermometer
11 staff and 950 volunteers strong, the Sioux Empire United Way reached more than its monetary goal this year. This year over 4,000 children were provided quality, affordable childcare, 392 older adults were provided a peer companion to provide in-home assistance, over 1,300 children with communication disorders received assistance, and over 1,200 credit counseling sessions were held for individuals and families. More.
February 5, 2007 |
Sioux Empire United Way Exceeds Campaign Goal
At 10:00 a.m. today the Sioux Empire United Way announced that our community has donated a total of $8,355,138 to the Sioux Empire United Way. The goal for the 2007 campaign was $8,200,853. More.
January 19, 2007 |