United Way of Western Kentucky

08/31/2026

The first- and second-graders at our partner agency, Oscar Cross Boys & Girls Club of Paducah, had some fun recently! 💙

We love seeing kids learning, laughing, and making memories in a safe and supportive environment.

Thank you, Oscar Cross Boys & Girls Club, for all you do to help Paducah’s children grow up strong! 🌟

08/31/2026

We are partnering with Kiwanis Club of Paducah, KY to offer BBQ box lunches for your work family on Thursday, September 3!

Today is the last day to order - don't miss out!

Today is the LAST DAY to place your order for Labor Day box lunches or a ham or Boston butt.

Thursday, September 3 - Box lunch options include BBQ sandwiches or by the pound, chicken, ribs, BBQ Mac & Cheese and nachos. Follow this link to place your box lunch order today: https://pci.jotform.com/form/262085477274162

Friday, September 4 - Traditional Kiwanis cook for hams and Boston Butts. Follow this link for ham/butt orders: https://pci.jotform.com/form/262106487829163

100% of proceeds support local organizations that impact kids in our community.

08/31/2026

We are looking for PALS mentors for students at Paducah Middle School!

- Every Thursday during lunchtime
- Paducah Middle School

A huge thank you to Signet Federal Credit Union for sponsoring the PALS program and to Paducah Bank for sponsoring PALS at Paducah Middle!

If you're interested in becoming a mentor, apply here:
👉 https://www.unitedwaywky.org/PALS

08/28/2026

🔥🍖 BBQ + SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY = A WIN-WIN! 🍖🔥

MONDAY is the deadline to get your Kiwanis BBQ Fundraiser orders in! ⏰ Don’t wait until it’s too late!

Grab some delicious BBQ AND help support United Way of Western Kentucky at the same time. ❤️🙌

📅 Order deadline: Monday

👉 Check out the details below and get your order in today!

Thank you for supporting United Way of Western Kentucky and helping us make a difference right here in our community! 💙

United Way is partnering with the Kiwanis Club of Paducah to offer YOUR office a delicious BBQ lunch before the Labor Day holiday.

Celebrate your team with BBQ Box Lunch DELIVERY (or pickup) on Thursday, September 3, prepared by the award-winning Kiwanis cooking team! Choose from pulled pork, chicken, ribs, BBQ mac & cheese, or BBQ nachos…Is your mouth watering yet?!?

Orders must be submitted by Monday, August 31. PLEASE PLACE ONE ORDER PER DELIVERY ADDRESS to ensure accuracy.

Follow this link to order! Choose United Way as the selling organization so we receive a portion of the proceeds from your order!
https://pci.jotform.com/form/262085477274162

Note: For delivery, business address must be in McCracken County, and a minimum of 7 items is required. Orders may also be placed for pickup.

08/27/2026

We’re so proud of Maegan Mansfield and the impact she continues to make in our community! 💙 During her time on the United Way of Western Kentucky Board, she brought energy, passion and a genuine commitment to making a difference. She continues to be a strong advocate and community leader, and we’re grateful for all she does to make Western Kentucky a better place.

Congratulations, Maegan! This recognition is so well deserved!

🗳 VOTE NOW: Maegan Mansfield, chief growth officer for BFW/Marcum, is a finalist for the Kentucky Chamber's Young Professional of the Year Award!

To vote for Maegan, share, comment on, and like this post.

Voting is open through September 4, and the winner will be announced at the Young Professionals Summit on September 21 in Louisville. Learn about the finalists and view contest details here: kychamber.com/ypaward.

Want to vote again? Visit the Kentucky Chamber's X, LinkedIn, and Instagram pages:
x.com/KyChamber
linkedin.com/company/kentucky-chamber-of-commerce
instagram.com/ky_chamber

08/27/2026

We are looking for PALS mentors for students at Concord Elementary!

- Weekly during lunchtime
- Concord Elementary School

A huge thank you to Signet Federal Credit Union for sponsoring the PALS program and to Abby Wrinkle with Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company for sponsoring PALS at Concord Elementary!

If you're interested in becoming a mentor, apply here:
👉 https://www.unitedwaywky.org/PALS

08/27/2026

What They Need Wednesday! 🛒
Family Service Society in Paducah needs immediate community help to restock their dwindling food pantry supply. Most needed items this week:

Stuffing (Boxed mixes like Stove Top)
Skillet Helper (Hamburger/Tuna Helper)
Rice (Instant or dry rice)
Mac & Cheese (Boxed or microwavable cups)

You can bring your food donations directly to the Family Service Society.
Office Address: 1225 Broadway, Paducah, KY 42001
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 AM–12 PM & 1–3:30 PM
Phone: 270-443-4838

What We Need Wednesday! 🛒

This week’s pantry needs are:

Stuffing
Skillet Helper
Rice
Mac & Cheese

Help us restock our shelves and keep our pantry full for local families in need! 💙

Donations can be dropped off during our business hours.

📍 Family Service Society
1225 Broadway Street, Paducah, KY 42001
🕘 Monday–Friday | 9 AM–12 PM & 1–3:30 PM

Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for helping us serve our community!

08/25/2026

Exciting News ... PALS is coming to Marshall County!

We are looking for mentors for students at Jonathan Elementary

- Thursdays during lunchtime
- Jonathan Elementary
- Starting Thursday, September 17th

A huge thank you to Signet Federal Credit Union for sponsoring the PALS program and to CFSBank for sponsoring PALS at Jonathan Elementary!

If you're interested in becoming a mentor, apply here:
👉 https://www.unitedwaywky.org/PALS

08/24/2026

Fulton Independent FRYSC Coordinator Tracy Pulley joined us for our annual Victory Celebration, and we were honored to recognize her with an award in the Education category! 🏆💙
We are so grateful for Tracy and the incredible work she does to support students and families in Fulton Independent. We love having Fulton Independent as a United Way of Western Kentucky partner agency, and we’re thankful for all they do in our community!