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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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UWSWVA, Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia announce funding commitment for new Workforce Innovation & Childcare Center

Abingdon, VA (June 1, 2023) - 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. “We are pleased to partner with the United Way of Southwest Virginia and others on such an important project,” said Bill...

June 01, 2023

UWSWVA, Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia announce funding commitment for new Workforce Innovation & Childcare Center

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Radford schools, Carilion and United Way launching kindergarten readiness program

Radford schools, Carilion and United Way launching kindergarten readiness program

March 16, 2022

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United Way of Southwest Virginia Tops $1 Million Allocated For Hurley Flood Relief

With more than $1 million allocated to families for relief through the Hurley Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG), United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) is...

March 11, 2022

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United Way of Southwest Virginia asks Youngkin administration to release Virginia Disaster Relief Funds for Hurley

United Way of Southwest Virginia asks Youngkin administration to release Virginia Disaster Relief Funds for Hurley

January 19, 2022

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United Way of Southwest Virginia named lead organization for Ready Region Southwest

United Way of Southwest Virginia named lead organization for Ready Region Southwest

January 10, 2022

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Good news for Hurley flood victims: $100,000 challenge grant matched

Good news for Hurley flood victims: $100,000 challenge grant matched

December 16, 2021

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United Way of Southwest Virginia introduces Ready SWVA workforce development initiative

United Way of Southwest Virginia introduces Ready SWVA workforce development initiative

December 08, 2021

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Youngkin bags groceries for United Way of Southwest Virginia fundraiser, cites aligned priorities

Youngkin bags groceries for United Way of Southwest Virginia fundraiser, cites aligned priorities

November 23, 2021

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Buchanan General Hospital announces Hurley donation

Buchanan General Hospital announces Hurley donation

November 09, 2021

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FEMA denies Hurley residents assistance after flood, United Way of Southwest Virginia intensifies fund-raising efforts

FEMA denies Hurley residents assistance after flood, United Way of Southwest Virginia intensifies fund-raising efforts

November 04, 2021

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Virginia First Lady Pamela Northam wraps up Trauma Informed Community Conversation Tour in Abingdon

Virginia First Lady Pamela Northam wraps up Trauma Informed Community Conversation Tour in Abingdon

October 29, 2021

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Educators, healthcare providers and community leaders learn community resilience strategies at annual Rural Resilience Summit

Educators, healthcare providers and community leaders learn community resilience strategies at annual Rural Resilience Summit

October 29, 2021

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Hurley, Va., Long Term Recovery Group work underway

Hurley, Va., Long Term Recovery Group work underway

October 08, 2021

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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!

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!

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

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!

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.

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.

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