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United Way of Southwest Virginia expands tool aimed at connecting parents with quality childcare

Abingdon, VA (March 1, 2023) - With a continued focus on early childhood care and education in our region, United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA)...

March 01, 2023

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United Way of Southwest Virginia to Aid in Expansion of GO TEC Program Across Region

United Way of Southwest Virginia to Aid in Expansion of GO TEC Program Across Region

February 27, 2023

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Virginia Business - 2023 Heavy Hitters List Features Travis Staton

"Power and influence: The United Way of Southwest Virginia’s leader since 2005, Staton has an outsized influence as an advocate for regional solutions to health,...

February 27, 2023

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United Way supports schools with grants

...“We are excited to continue our work to care for the whole child and support the entire family, while also addressing the burnout that staff...

February 12, 2023

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Sweet one of five new United Way board members

"Pulaski County’s Jonathan Sweet, County Administrator, is one of five new community members from Southwest Virginia appointed to the United Way of Southwest Virginia Board...

January 31, 2023

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United Way of Southwest Virginia welcomes five new community members to Board of Directors

Abingdon, VA (January 31, 2023) - Five new community members from Southwest Virginia were appointed to the United Way of Southwest Virginia Board of Directors...

January 31, 2023

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UWSWVA welcomes new vice president to organization

UWSWVA welcomes new vice president to organization

January 19, 2023

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United Way of SWVA appoints development/outreach VP

The United Way of Southwest Virginia has named Beth McConkey as its new vice president of development and outreach, the organization announced Thursday. To read the...

January 19, 2023

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Governor directs $1.2 million to expand child care in SWVA

An effort to improve childcare options in Southwest Virginia will get a $1.2 million boost.To read the full article from SWVA Today, click here.

December 24, 2022

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$1.24 million will go to train assistant teachers in Southwest Virginia child care facilities

More than $1 million in grant funding announced Monday for Ready SWVA – an effort announced a year ago to help stem the child care...

December 20, 2022

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Funding to expand child care in Southwest Virginia announced Monday

Child care in Southwest Virginia is receiving $1.2 million in grant funding that will help economic development by expanding the region’s workforce. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced...

December 20, 2022

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Two childcare initiatives announced for Southwest Virginia

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Monday announced $1.24 million in grant funding for Ready SWVA, a project to expand childcare options for workers in Southwest...

December 20, 2022

United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) is excited to announce a funding commitment of $4 million from Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia for the Workforce Development & Childcare Center. In addition to a childcare center, the 87,000-square-foot center will also house STEM labs for teacher training, Shared Services Alliance to support existing childcare centers, and an innovative, hands-on career simulation center to showcase local jobs and career paths for K-12. Read the full release at the link in our bio! View on Instagram Registration for Virginia’s Inaugural Community Schools Conference will close June 2! Don’t miss out on creating a blueprint for building schools that utilize the power of our communities to ensure that the needs of staff, students, and families are met. The event will feature a keynote delivered by Hasan Davis as well as a panel discussion with regional professionals from multiple sectors who will explore the power and potential of schools acting as community hubs. Register at the link in our bio! View on Instagram Abingdon, VA (May 19, 2023) – United Way of Southwest Virginia, Food City and the Town of Abingdon, Virginia, announced plans to transform the former Kmart building in Abingdon, VA into the anchor campus for a region-wide workforce initiative. United Way of Southwest Virginia purchased the property thanks to a partnership with Food City. “This is a critical moment for United Way of Southwest Virginia and the communities we serve,” shared Travis Staton, CEO and President. “It would not be possible without the generosity and support of Food City, who has partnered with us on the purchase of the property.” Food City partnered with United Way of Southwest Virginia to make the purchase of 87,000 square feet of usable space in a prime location at one of the busiest intersections in the town possible. To see the full press release, click the link: http://ow.ly/6ojg50Os9cq View on Instagram Abingdon, VA (May 19, 2023) – United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA), Food City, and the Town of Abingdon announced plans to transform the former Kmart building in Abingdon, VA into the anchor campus for a region-wide workforce initiative. United Way of Southwest Virginia purchased the property thanks to a partnership with Food City. “This is a critical moment for United Way of Southwest Virginia and the communities we serve,” shared Travis Staton, CEO and President. “It would not be possible without the generosity and support of Food City, who has partnered with us on the purchase of the property.” Food City partnered with United Way of Southwest Virginia to make the purchase of 87,000 square feet of usable space in a prime location at one of the busiest intersections in the town possible. To see the full press release, click the link in our bio! View on Instagram In partnership with @balladhealth, we are grateful to be able to provide Kinder Camps again this year! Districts hosting K-Camps include Norton City, Bristol City, and Smyth County. Along with all of the excitement of preparing children for kindergarten socially & emotionally, we will also be able to offer them the Amplify Boost literacy program that will lay the groundwork for foundational literacy skills they will need to be successful in the classroom and beyond. View on Instagram Protecting children from thirdhand smoke is critical for their overall health and well-being. Infants and young children are especially at risk of exposure to thirdhand smoke because of their high metabolism, time spent on the ground, and their tendency to put things in their mouths. To learn more and view helpful resources, visit the link in our bio. View on Instagram

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