United Way grant opens doors for students to study at Studio 23 and the Family Y
Local partnerships help Bay-Arenac Community High School students earn art and physical education credits.
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Before- and after-school programs nurture mental and physical development
Before- and after-school care programs provide kids with a safe environment alongside homework help and fun activities.
Families face challenges in paying for basic necessities, even when wages rise
Nearly half of Bay County families are making less money than it costs to live here. Nicole Luczak from the United Way of Bay County recently explained how quickly working families can find themselves unable to make ends meet.
United Way of Bay County announces its 2024-26 impact partners
After considering the needs of the community, the United Way of Bay County has announced its partners for its next funding cycle. The two-year cycle begins now and ends in 2026.
YAC members make sure students start the school year strong
Local teens make sure all kids have what they need to feel confident on the first day of school. The Helen Wirt Lee Back 2 School Clothing/Backpack Program is accepting applications now for the 2024-25 academic year.
Keeping the kids entertained this summer can be educational
Keeping the kids engaged in learning over the summer is important. It's also not as difficult to do as you might think.
Beyond the ABCs: The Literacy Council uses games to build reading skills
The Bay County Literacy Council combats low literacy rates among young children with after-school and summer programs. Tutors are needed for both programs.
Pride and community are at the heart of the Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup
With just a month go, the United Way of Bay County is nearing the limit of volunteers it can use for the annual Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup
New Dimensions and the United Way work together to get people into the workforce
An on-the-job training program, from New Dimensions and the United Way of Bay County, creates benefits for employees and businesses
Hope for the Holidays: Local agencies playing Santa for families who need a little extra right now
The Great Lakes Bay Region has resources ready to help those struggling financially this holiday season.
