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VITA Needs Volunteers for 2017

Volunteers for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program help provide free tax preparation and filing services for low- and moderate-income[..]
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Volunteering Year Round

United Way of East Central Iowa typically receives many questions about volunteering in the weeks leading up the holidays. Individuals and families are[..]

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Milestones Adult Day Services Program

For Leslie Wright, Vice President of Community Building, and me, Tuesday, September 13 was like any other work day with one exception: we were able to[..]

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Staff Spotlight: Destiny Hastings

Welcome to United Way of East Central Iowa, Destiny!

Destiny Hastings recently joined United Way's Donor Relations team as our new Annual Campaign[..]

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Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment

The Linn County Community Partnership is partnering with local hospitals, healthcare providers, and United Way of East Central Iowa to provide free[..]

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Our Program Stories

Below are stories from programs that provide support to those who struggle with hunger.

Together we can Stop the Growl!

Horizons Summer Meals: Nutritious[..]

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The Season of Giving is Here

As we pause to reflect on blessings we have this time of year, we also look for ways to spread joy to those who are less fortunate and struggle to make[..]

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United Way of East Central Iowa Names New President & CEO

The Board of Directors of United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) this morning formally announced the appointment of a new President and CEO. Tim Stiles,[..]

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WLI Member Spotlight: Julie Golding

Learn about WLI member, Julie Golding. 

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Getting Back to Normal: Flood Next Steps

Once the threat of flooding subsides, there may be many steps to getting flood affected families and businesses back to normal. No matter where you live,[..]

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