Sioux Empire United Way is extremely grateful to partner with many community-focused organizations. We are especially proud to highlight our ongoing partnership with Sammons Financial, a dedicated supporter for nearly 25 years. Sammons Financial consistently makes a positive impact, donating nearly $1 million to local charities in Sioux Falls and logging almost 4,000 volunteer hours in 2023. Last year, they hosted an SEUW Mario Kart themed campaign, raising $170,000 for SEUW.
A key mission of SEUW is to ensure that all children in the community have the resources they need to succeed. Partnerships with organizations like Sammons Financial are vital to achieving this mission. Through collaboration, a supportive environment can be created where every child has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.
Hand tied blankets for Sanford Children's Child's Voice.
Sammons Provides Sanctuary
According to Sammons, "The opportunity to give back to the children and families in our community, is what drives our employees to volunteer."
Throughout August, over 50 volunteers from Sammons came together to tie blankets for SEUW funded program, Sanford Children's Child's Voice. In addition to providing warmth, these blankets will symbolize comfort, safety, and security for children in need.
"Sometimes receiving a blanket gives a child a sense that they are worthy of kindness. Some children tell us this is the first time they have received something new that is just for them," says Madison Stahly, Child Advocate at Child's Voice.
Sammons Financial employees tying blankets for children.
Sanford Children's Child's Voice Impact
Child’s Voice is a nationally accredited Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) that evaluates patients who may be victims of child maltreatment. They use a multidisciplinary approach and provide comprehensive medical services through a team of specialists.
Their goal is to make sure that children aren't further harmed by the systems designed to protect them and they work to address their needs without causing more trauma.
Child's Voice understands that most children that utilize their services have experienced trauma, and many children and caregivers may have worries about their appointments. In hopes to bring comfort to their visit, each child has the opportunity to choose a blanket that matches their personality after their evaluation.
Partner with Us
SEUW is incredibly grateful for Sammons Financial and their continued support. Their dedication to our community and their willingness to lend a hand makes a world of difference. If your organization is interested in opportunities like this, please reach out to unitedway@seuw.org. Together we can continue supporting and uplifting children, vulnerable adults, and people in crisis within the Sioux Empire.