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United Way of Southwest Virginia fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Southwest Virginia because they are the building blocks for a good quality of life.

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SWVA child care initiative receives $1.24M grant

The New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board will receive $1.24 million in grant funding for Ready SWVA, a child care initiative launched by United Way...

December 19, 2022

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United Company Foundation invests in tomorrow's workforce with $50,000 gift to United Way of Southwest Virginia

United Company Foundation invests in tomorrow's workforce with $50,000 gift to United Way of Southwest Virginia

December 14, 2022

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UWSWVA adds new Vice President to organization

UWSWVA adds new Vice President to organization

November 28, 2022

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Record generosity ahead of Thanksgiving holiday during Celebrity Bagging event

Record generosity ahead of Thanksgiving holiday during Celebrity Bagging event

November 23, 2022

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Celebrity Bagging Fundraising Campaign Set for Nov. 22

"United Way is proud to once again team up with Food City to host the 16th annual Celebrity Bagging Event in support of their annual...

November 21, 2022

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United Way, Universal Fibers join to launch employer childcare program

United Way, Universal Fibers join to launch employer childcare program

November 16, 2022

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United Way of SWVA still aiding in flood recovery months later

"Staton said the organization is providing relief to 500 homes across five different localities. So far, 400 families have been fully served and about 100...

November 07, 2022

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A flood took their homes. Three months later, some in the community are frustrated by the pace of recovery.

"More than 300 requests for help have come in from residents, said Travis Staton, president and CEO of United Way of Southwest Virginia, which has...

November 01, 2022

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Lab school focusing on health care planned for Southwest Virginia

"Carter, David Matlock, executive director of the Higher Education Center, and Smyth County Community Hospital CEO Dale Clark discussed the project with Virginia Secretary of...

October 28, 2022

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United Way of Southwest Virginia hosts annual Rural Summit

"Tackling important issues impacting our communities -- that was the goal of the United Way of Southwest Virginia's annual Rural Summit. "To be able to turn...

October 28, 2022

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Rural Summit looks to improve key SWVA data points

"Leaders and stakeholders from throughout Southwest Virginia began a two-day Rural Summit Thursday at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon looking at data...

October 27, 2022

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Southwest Virginia Rural Summit to be held in Abingdon

"The summit was launched in 2013, when local leaders realized there wasn’t a single event that brought business leaders, local officials, school superintendents, those involved...

October 25, 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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Abingdon, Virginia 24210

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