Harnessing the power of caring in Jasper, Lake, Newton, Porter and Starke counties. Our work fills gaps, breaks barriers and helps residents thrive.
Informed by citizens and the power of data, we harness the power of caring to target our community's most urgent challenges. We serve the residents of Jasper, Lake, Newton, Porter and Starke counties in Northwest Indiana.
Operating as usual
Volunteer in one of the nation’s largest Red Cross blood drives —ABC 7 Blood Drive— happening January 11 and 12 at various locations throughout Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
The goal is to collect 2,242 units of blood which can save up to 747 lives, and to make this a success, they will need the support of more than 65 volunteers!
Register at bit.ly/3Ve4iTX to see all locations available.
Thank you to everyone who donated! Your partnership is essential to our mission to reduce the number of those in need and bring our communities together to solve our toughest challenges including workforce readiness, economic opportunity and access to employment.
You can still donate to support our communities and advance the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan. This year, will you join our mission to help people in NWI thrive? Your gift will help to make every life in Northwest Indiana better—today and tomorrow.
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Through customized one-on-one support, our Level Up program helps members of our community break down barriers to reach their potential and achieve financial stability. By improving access to well-paying, stable jobs, we can empower our entire community. Will you help your neighbors in need become financially independent?
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Wondering how your donation impacts lives? Check out this article by The Times of Northwest Indiana to see how our Level Up program equips residents and changes lives forever.
Read or listen to the article at bit.ly/3FWMXcO.
Empower struggling, working parents. Empower your entire community.
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We wish you a joyful holiday as you gather with your loved ones.
By the end of 2025, we pledge to guide at least 3,500 community members to the immediate help they need through our new community resource program, a one-on-one resource referral service.This paired with our breakthrough Level Up program will help struggling, working residents build sustainable financial futures, providing a powerful wholistic approach to getting residents the help they need.
There’s still time to donate! Harness the power of caring this holiday season. Your gift will help to make every life in Northwest Indiana better—today and tomorrow!
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This holiday season, bring a small group of coworkers or family to help a local nonprofit in Michigan City! Dress for the weather and be prepared to get dirty.
Reins of Life - Therapeutic horseback riding serves adults and children with disabilities from all over northwest Indiana and southwest Michigan at their two barns in Michigan City and South Bend.
Sign up today at bit.ly/3WtzShP.
We are hiring a Community Resource Advisor!
Support Jasper and Newton counties residents struggling with a path to long-term financial stability by connecting and guiding them to community services that will meet their needs. The advisor will assess client needs and refer clients to existing community and United Way services while tracking engagement.
Apply today at bit.ly/3G05OoD.
We are looking for our next Level Up Client Recruiter!
Work to identify residents struggling with daily needs who could benefit from the Level Up program while offering support and training to help them reach that goal. Develop community alliances to identify recruitment opportunities, implement recruitment pipelines and onboard new clients.
Apply today at bit.ly/3Ypmywy!
Our bold new plan harnesses the power of caring to address Northwest Indiana’s greatest challenges including workforce readiness and access to economic opportunity and employment.
Will you join our mission to help people thrive and bring our communities together to solve our toughest challenges? Harness the power of caring to make every life in Northwest Indiana better —today and tomorrow.
DONATE TODAY
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Will you help sort toys and gifts for the The Salvation Army - Porter County, IN.'s Angel Tree distribution? There are still three more opportunities available: December 13, 14 and 15.
Sign up to sort today at unitedwaynwi.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=757222
Limited access to affordable childcare facilities and unemployment are pushing local families further behind on bill payments. 76% of parents surveyed by Indiana United Ways say they have experienced this hardship. Take part in harnessing the power of caring to help your neighbors thrive.
Give today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
Workforce readiness, economic opportunity and access to employment are some of the top challenges Northwest Indiana residents face. Over the next three years, we aim to reduce the number of households living below financial sustainability levels through our Level Up program.
Our goal: 1,000 graduates by the end of 2025
Will you help give struggling, working families hope? Give today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
Yesterday, we held our first Town Hall meeting at the Lake County Convention & Vistors Bureau. Join President and CEO Adam O’Doherty to chat about our new direction and have your questions answered. RSVP for an upcoming Town Hall today at bit.ly/3VXZrYx!
To learn more about our new strategic plan, visit unitedwaynwi.org/strategic-plan/
Women United Holiday Party – That’s a wrap! More than 30 women attended to celebrate their 2022 volunteer and fundraising activities. They raised $15,000 to support Level Up clients.
Learn more at unitedwaynwi.org/women-united
Annually, we receive approximately 1,000 inquiries from residents in crisis. These cries for help are just the tip of the iceberg for keeping their households afloat. Urgent needs mask the root causes that keep these households in crisis. Together, we can address both. In 2023, we’re launching a new Community Navigator program to provide one-on-one assistance to those in crisis, guiding them to resources and helping them to become stable.
Harness the power of caring to help reduce the number of those in need, donate today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
The Salvation Army USA is looking for bell ringer volunteers for their Red Kettle Campaign! Volunteer to ring today individually, with a group, or virtually. Register today at registertoring.com/default.aspx.
Choosing between paying for rent or childcare, should not be a choice you have to make. Join Level Up and take advantage of resources, training and one-on-one support services that will help you be financially independent.
Take a chance. Build confidence. Increase income. Reap the rewards.
Apply today at unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
United Way Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
Throughout the counties we serve, about one in three households can’t afford basic needs such as childcare, housing, food, transportation and healthcare. Will you help ease their burden this holiday season?
Harnessing the power of caring to make every life in Northwest Indiana better — today and tomorrow. Give today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
HoliDays of Caring continues with two more fantastic opportunities!
Haven House NWI is holding a pajama drive. Help families and single women by giving the gift of cozy.
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Make a foster kid smile this holiday season by participating in the Making a Kid Smile Christmas Toy Drive. Toys can be dropped off until December 6 at Brookdale Senior Living.
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This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for the dedication of our volunteers whose selfless service helps our Region thrive.
Our Level Up program brings together resources and customized one-on-one support that can help you reach your potential, achieve financial stability and build a better future. Learn more at unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
United Way Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
Sojourner Truth House is hosting a drive for small kitchen appliances. Donations should be dropped off by December 1. Help empower women and children in need. For more information on this opportunity, visit bit.ly/3tSJWEz.
Looking to build your resume while changing lives in your community? Join AmeriCorps and bring out the best of America! Find the right opportunity for you at unitedwaynwi.org/americorps-openings.
United Way Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
Lakeshore Group - Thrivent Financial is hosting a donation match fundraiser to support our work. For every $2 you donate through their online page, Thrivent will donate $1. Goal: $6,000 to help struggling, working residents thrive. Donate today!
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Click here to help United Way Northwest Indiana organized by Lakeshore Group. I would love to have your support on the impact being made in my community. Check out my project page for ways to support.
Join in the HoliDays of Caring celebration by taking part in this wonderful volunteer opportunity! Will you help hand out turkeys to your neighbors in need at the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana Mobile Market? For a list of times and to sign up today, visit bit.ly/3tLlpkV.
Izzy Orlando was the winner of AFP NWI Chapter’s Young Philanthropist award. She raised money through lemonade stands and art sales to support Lakeshore PAWS and the Boys and Girls Club. Though she is allergic to dogs, Izzy feels the next best thing to having a dog is to support them through PAWS.
Kasie Tenbarge, Chief Development Officer at United Way says, “She has donated to purchase Boys and Girls Club memberships for three students who couldn’t afford it. Izzy is an inspiring example for other youth and our community as a whole.”
Congrats, Izzy, on your tremendous achievement!
Are you making difficult financial decisions just to get by? You are not alone. With soft skills training, financial education and employment guidance, Level Up can help you achieve financial independence by breaking through barriers that hinder your success.
Take a chance. Build confidence. Increase income. Reap the rewards.
Access one-on-one support today, apply at unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
United Way of Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
James W. and Betty Dye Foundation was awarded the Foundation Philanthropist of the Year award by AFP Northwest Indiana Chapter. They have provided more than $400,000 in support for our Level Up program. Their support creates a positive generational impact by breaking barriers and building lives for struggling, working households. Congratulations, James W. and Betty Dye Foundation! We appreciate all you do for our Level Up program.
To learn more about our Level Up program and apply, visit unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
Donate to support our efforts at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
We are looking for our next RSVP Coordinator! Join our Community Impact team serving Northwest Indiana senior volunteers. Administrative and database work experience needed. 30 hours per week. Hybrid work model. Apply at bit.ly/3O9DRgq.
Learn more about RSVP at unitedwaynwi.org/rsvp.
Congrats to this year's 69 Level Up graduates who worked so hard to achieve their dreams of financial stability! We are looking to graduate 1,000 Level Up participants over the next three years. Will you be one of them?
To learn more about the Level Up program, visit unitedwaynwi.org/level-up
Help our neighbors become financially independent, donate today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate.
Does the path to financial independence seem like an uphill battle? If you are working and struggling to pay the bills, keep a roof over your head and more, then, Level Up may be for you.
Apply today to receive one-on-one support that helps enhance your strengths and reach your life goals. Level Up at unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
United Way of Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
Join President and CEO Adam O’Doherty this Thursday or Wednesday, December 7 to chat about our new strategic direction and have your questions answered. Thursday afternoon session will be at Porter County Community Foundation and Wednesday, December 7 will be at South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority. Additional Town Halls will be held in 2023.
RSVP today at app.smartsheet.com/b/form/daa98728a2fd4d988e7951b2b2db092e.
unitedwaynwi.org/strategic-plan/
Are you working, but still struggling to make ends meet? Want to be financially independent?
Level Up your future today! Access one-on-one assistance, community resources, skills development training, employment support and more. Apply today at unitedwaynwi.org/level-up.
United Way of Northwest Indiana brings caring people together to help residents thrive.
Thank you to everyone who attended the launch of our strategic plan and for your commitment to helping everyone in Northwest Indiana thrive! Our new bold plan harnesses the power of caring to make every life in Northwest Indiana better—today and tomorrow.
Today more than ever, we need your support. If you believe, as we do, that everyone in Northwest Indiana deserves the right to thrive, please consider donating to advance the plan. unitedwaynwi.org
Congratulations to our Level Up graduates! This past Sunday, we honored 69 clients for taking their first steps toward achieving financial independence. Thank you to Congressman Frank J. Mrvan, the Swift Family and the James W. & Betty Dye Foundation for joining us.
Check out The Times of Northwest Indiana’s article on how one man’s generous donation will support our Level Up program and change lives in our Region for years to come.
bit.ly/3TSj7eL
“Creating art is fun. I wanted to do something that I like to do, while helping people that needed a lot of help. This was a very great experience. Thank you to everyone who bought my spray paint art. Thank you to Mr. Al and Mr. O’Doherty.” -- Adam Tenbarge (front left)
Tenbarge of Chesterton spent this past summer creating and selling 40+ pieces of spray paint art to donate to our United for Ukraine Fund. Adam raised $500 through his art sale. He is pictured with Board Member Al Spajer (back left) and President and CEO Adam O’Doherty (right).
Thank you for your support this year! We couldn’t do what we do without you.
Alphawood Foundation
Anderson Foundation
BMO US Harris Bank
Chesterton Fit Body Boot Camp
Chris and Laura White
Community Healthcare System
Computer Services, Inc.
Ed and Karen Seykowski
Indiana Beverage
Jerry and Linda Rodenbarger
Kankakee Valley REMC
Ken and Chris Turner
Ken Allen Law Group
Kleppe Family Fund
NiSource
Northern Indiana Area Labor Federation
The Times of Northwest Indiana
Old National Bank
Porter County Community Foundation
Raymond James & Associates
Strack & Van Til
Tom Sourlis and Susan Eleuterio
Urschel Laboratories, Inc.
Injury Attorney Kenneth J. Allen of Allen Law Group has again stepped up to support United Way of Northwest Indiana’s Reading Buddies program, donating more than $22,000 as well as thousands in billboard promotion for the program.
Reading Buddies is a classroom motivation tool to encourage young students to practice their reading skills. The program provides stuffed animal buddies to more than 3,700 first and second graders. The buddies are incorporated into the reading curriculum of each classroom.
“Literacy is a keystone of success. So it makes good sense to help our children learn to read and write with confidence at the earliest possible age,” said Injury Attorney Allen. “Reading Buddies is just one of the many ways United Way of Northwest Indiana helps our kids grow up strong, healthy and successful. I am proud to continue supporting the program and the community as we have for many years now.”
Reading Buddies will be distributed to classrooms in Lake and Porter counties over the next couple of weeks. Allen will deliver buddies and read to students at Newton Yost Elementary School in Porter and Homer Iddings Elementary School in Merrillville, encouraging them to read to their new buddy daily.
For more information about Reading Buddies and to donate, visit unitedwaynwi.org.
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Celebrating our Day of Caring volunteers! #dayofcaring #dayofcaring2022 #liveunited #nwindiana #nwi #northwestindiana Family House, Recovery Connection, McAfee Animal Hospital, Valparaiso University, Portage Buffalo Wild Wings, Reins of Life - Therapeutic horseback riding
“You’ll never know where you’re truly meant to be if you don’t try something different.” Rafael talks about how his Level Up experience put him on a new path to success. unitedwaynwi.org/level-up #LevelUpYourFuture #LiveUnited #localnonprofit #nwi
“We are looking at the challenges we currently have in our region and finding ways where we can be the advocate and neutral ally to initiate change.” – Adam O’Doherty, President and CEO The new United Way of Northwest Indiana is getting ready to launch a new strategic plan to help our community thrive. Hear from Level Up Graduate Rafael about the importance of the Level Up program to help break down barriers and build up our community members and their families. unitedwaynwi.org/together #liveunited #nwindiana #nwi #northwestindiana
“Northwest Indiana is poised to be that center, that location to really be an example for the State of what we can do working together.” – Adam O’Doherty, President and CEO. The new United Way of Northwest Indiana is evaluating the root causes of the challenges our neighbors are facing, collaborating with community members to make an impact in the Region and beyond. unitedwaynwi.org/together #liveunited #nwi #northwestindiana
When two local United Ways combined to form United Way of Northwest Indiana, our community gained access to more dedicated team members, a greater shared vision and limitless potential. Together, we can impact our community like never before. Our new President and CEO, Adam O'Doherty, shares his vision for the Region. #liveunited #nwindiana #nwi #northwestindiana unitedwaynwi.org/together
When two local United Ways combined to form United Way of Northwest Indiana, our community gained access to more dedicated team members, a greater shared vision and limitless potential. Together, we can impact our community like never before. Our new President and CEO, Adam O'Doherty, shares his vision for the Region. #liveunited #nwindiana #nwi #northwestindiana unitedwaynwi.org/together
Welcome to your free community resource hub! If you need help with childcare, mental health resources, filling your pantry or dozens of other needs, visit resourceroundup.com. #resourceroundup #liveunited #gethelp
See how RSVP volunteers are celebrating its 50th year! #RSVPturns50 #volunteers #AmeriCorpsSeniors #RSVP #liveunited
"I can't begin to thank United Way and Allen Law Group for the adorable 'Reading Buddies'! My children absolutely LOVE them!" Thanks to your support, local kids like Mrs. Bandura's 2nd Grade Class at Washington Elementary School in East Chicago gain literacy support. unitedwaynwi.org/reading-buddies
Every year, tax prep volunteers help file more than 1,700 tax returns for NWI residents. Learn more at unitedwaypc.org/VITA.
Geminus Director of Prevention Services Eric supervises #AmeriCorps members who assist with suicide prevention and training in our community. Learn more about how AmeriCorps serves our community at unitedwaynwi.org/americorps. #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriThanks #liveunited Serve Indiana
This week, we're celebrating the incredible #AmeriCorps members who help make a difference in our community every day. Aaron is a full-time member serving at Geminus who provides QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training and other prevention resources to the community. #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriThanks #liveunited Serve Indiana
We're celebrating the commitment of local women who lift up other women and entire communities. #internationalwomensday #womenunited #liveunited
Last year, 211 fielded more than 20 million calls, mostly for help with housing, bills and food. Without support from donors like you, these calls would go unanswered. Give today at unitedwaynwi.org/donate. #team211 #LiveUnited
We're so thankful for Kankakee Valley REMC's partnership and their commitment to making our community better! #liveunited #communitypartner #communitynonprofit
Last month we celebrated our first group of Level Up graduates. This program helps ALICE families become more financially secure through education, job training, and assistance with child care. You can help us expand this incredible program throughout our region by making a donation today. To learn more or to donate visit www.unitedwaynwi.org.
Through AmeriCorps and your United Way, Catholic Charities of NWI has been able to impact real lives and enact real change in our community. #americorps #liveunited #communitynonprofit
Big news! Last night, it was announced that your United Way will become United Way of Northwest Indiana. We're excited about this next step in our organization's long history in Northwest Indiana. Stay tuned for more exciting developments to come! unitedwaynwi.org #liveunited #localnonprofit #communitynonprofit
Check out Discovery Cottage at Valpo Parks in September. Thank you AM Stabilizers for volunteering and sponsoring today! 🤩 #LiveUnited #dayofcaring2021
Thank you, Kankakee Valley REMC for helping out at Jacob's Ladder Pediatric Rehab today and being an event sponsor! We could not do it without! #LiveUnited #dayofcaring2021
Hanging at ValPlayso Park with MOMS Club of Valparaiso in! Just one of the many Day of Caring teams doing great work in our community. #LiveUnited #dayofcaring2021
Had a great turnout today at our Day of Caring kick-off breakfast. Thanks so much to all the volunteers and sponsors that have made today possible! #LiveUnited #dayofcaring2021
AmeriCorps graduates share favorite memories from their time serving the community. What will you learn from AmeriCorps? Apply at bit.ly/3xuCSy7. #nowhiring #americorps #communityvolunteers #nonprofitjobs
Day of Caring is back! Signups begin today — find your perfect volunteer opportunity at nwivolunteer.org. #dayofcaring #community #volunteering #volunteerism
Looking to build a community? Connect with like-minded volunteers around a cause you care about! Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) members are volunteers 55+ who have a genuine desire to make a difference in their community. Flexible volunteer hours and many, many volunteer opportunities mean there's a perfect fit waiting for you! Read the latest newsletter at unitedwaypc.org/RSVP. #LiveUnited #AmeriCorpsSeniors #seniors #volunteers
Happy National Volunteer Week! We're celebrating all the volunteers who keep our community going. Find your next passion at nwivolunteer.org! #nationalvolunteerweek #volunteerweek #volunteermonth #volunteers #LiveUnited
Thanks to these community leaders, we're looking ahead to a year where we continue to do amazing things together! These Pacesetter organizations—1st Source Bank, Computer Services, Inc., Horizon Bank, Meijer, Nipsco and Sensit Technologies—went the extra mile with their support and donations this year, enabling your United Way to meet the community’s needs during a time of crisis. unitedwaypc.org/Partnerships
The United Way of Porter County fights for the health, education and financial stability of every resident in Porter County. Together with more than 400 community partners, 2,300 donors and 4,000 volunteers, we are uplifting lives across Porter County and Northwest Indiana.
We’re honored to have earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. This top distinction is awarded to nonprofits that are fiscally responsible, have a commitment to accountability and are transparent—that means you can give with confidence.
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W Okanogan Place, KennewickAccuScreen Mobile Drug Testing Services
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