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May 6, 2010
United Way announces 2010 Community Investments > United Way of Southwestern Indiana announced community investments for 2010 at a press conference on Thursday, May 6, 2010. The funds are invested in local programs that meet the needs of our community. READ MORE >>>

April 9, 2010
United Way honors Volunteers at Annual Meeting > United Way of Southwestern Indiana held its Annual Meeting Thursday, April 8, 2010. United Way recognized volunteers for their outstanding service and elected new board members.
Sister Darlene Boyd of St. Mary’s Medical Center and American General Finance were the Spirit of United Way honorees because of their strong history of leadership and support of United Way. READ MORE >>>

January 29, 2010
United Way of Southwestern Indiana marks EITC Day > United Way of Southwestern Indiana is partnering with the Internal Revenue Service to promote National Earned Income Tax Credit Day The Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, helps offset Social Security taxes and provides an incentive for work. It is the federal government’s largest benefits program for working families. The credit can make life a little easier for workers struggling to make ends meet in today’s tight economy — up to $5,600, or more, easier. Yet, IRS estimates one in four eligible taxpayers could miss out on this valuable tax credit because they don’t check it out. READ MORE >>>

September 11, 2009
United Way of Southwestern Indiana kicked off the 16th annual Day of Caring > United Way of Southwestern Indiana kicked off its 2009 Annual Fundraising Campaign today with the 16th annual Day of Caring. Nearly 800 volunteers will be working around the community in a variety of community organizations. Day of Caring is a one-day event where employers allow employees time to volunteer in the community. Volunteers see how their donations are helping people. The event is sponsored by Deaconess Health System, St. Mary’s and Hilliard Lyons. READ MORE >>>

April 28, 2009
United Way 2009 Investment in Education, Income and Health > Through our most recent assessment of community needs, and knowledge of the issues people face in Southwestern Indiana, our high priority needs are consistently interconnected with the areas of education, income and health. Panels of more than 60 volunteers, comprised of a cross section of our community, review funding requests from United Way’s 33 Partner Agencies for education, income and health programs. READ MORE >>>

March 18, 2009
Volunteers and Partners Honored at Annual Meeting > United Way of Southwestern Indiana held its Annual Meeting Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at The Centre in Downtown Evansville. In addition to electing new board members, we award the Spirit of United Way, our most prestigious honor. Congratulations to our honorees, Susie Hartig and the Staff of Legal Aid Society and Keller Schroeder. READ MORE >>>

February 10, 2009
United Way 2-1-1 Announces Expansion to Gibson County > The announcement coincides with National 2-1-1 Day on 2/11/09, and is also the 4th anniversary of the local center becoming an active 2-1-1 information and referral line. United Way 2-1-1 service currently covers Vanderburgh, Warrick, Spencer, Gibson and Posey counties. READ MORE>>>

February 2, 2009
Free VITA Tax Sites Open > Trained volunteers prepare and file income taxes for free for individuals meeting certain income requirements. The goal is to ensure individuals receive all tax credits available to help achieve financial goals. READ MORE>>>

January 21, 2009
United Way Partner Agencies Discuss FSSA > Local hospitals and the United Way Agency Directors have been meeting with the Southwestern Indiana Legislative delegation since June 2008 to provide legislators with updates regarding issues
with the rollout of the modernization of the FSSA system. READ MORE>>>

November 20, 2008
Anonymous Donor Gives $75,000 Challenge Gift > An anonymous donor has given the largest single gift in United Way of Southwestern Indiana's 86 year history! The large gift is being called the LIVE UNITED Challenge Gift, which will double the impact of donations to United Way.  This grant will match any new or increased gift, dollar for dollar, up to $75,000, given to the general fund of United Way of Southwestern Indiana. READ MORE>>>


Archived Press Releases
June 26, 2008 Poverty Emerges as the Top Community Issue READ MORE>>>
April 30, 2008 United Way & Area Students Celebrated Volunteerism with Youth Week READ MORE >>>
March 18, 2008 United Way to Celebrate 2007 Accomplishments at Annual Meeting READ MORE >>>
February 9, 2008 United Way "Super Saturday" Offered Free Tax Preparation and More READ MORE >>>
January 29, 2008 United Way Opens Free Tax Preparation Sites READ MORE >>>
January 17, 2008 United Way Seeks Volunteer of the Year Nominations READ MORE >>>
September 18, 2007 United Way of Southwestern Indiana Conducts Needs Study READ MORE >>>
September 14, 2007 United Way Celebrated 14th Annual Day of Caring and Campaign Kick Off READ MORE >>>
July 17, 2007 United Way of Southwestern Indiana Announces Campaign Goal of $6 Million READ MORE >>>
June 12, 2007 United Way to Highlight Local Mentoring Efforts at Business Volunteer Network Meeting READ MORE >>>
April 13, 2007 United Way of Southwestern Indiana to Celebrate National Volunteer Week READ MORE >>>
February 13, 2007 As National Leaders Call for 2-1-1, United Way of Southwestern Indiana Celebrates 2nd Year of Operation READ MORE >>>