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United Way of the Midlands will recognize Thomas Tafel of Lexington Medical Center, as the recipient of the 2024 Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award during the Humanitarian of the Year Ceremony on February 22, 2024. “United Way of the Midlands is honored to present this award, a testament to Judy Davis’s unwavering dedication to bettering our community, to Thomas Tafel,” said Sara Fawcett...
United Way of the Midlands will honor Jim Lehman as the 2024 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 22, 2024, at the Pastides Alumni Center. The Humanitarian of the Year Award is given each year to individuals who clearly demonstrate extraordinary leadership in philanthropic and human services. It is the highest single honor of philanthropic achievement in the Midlands. “Jim’s...
Today, United Way of the Midlands announced the Michael J. Mungo Foundation’s $500,000 contribution to the United Way's Young Men United program. This donation will enable the expansion of the program, now reaching the halls of Irmo High School. "Education is the cornerstone of a brighter future for our youth, and we are thrilled to be part of a program that focuses on empowering young men to...
Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina invested $10,000 in the United Way Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC). The foundation awards grants to nonprofits that strive to reduce poverty throughout the state of South Carolina and beyond. “The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is proud to announce our grant support for organizations that are driving positive change across our...
In an era where digital connectivity has become a lifeline to education, work, and essential services, AT&T is breaking down barriers to education and fostering digital empowerment by contributing $40,000 to the United Way of the Midlands' Young Men United program. The $40,000 contribution from AT&T will be directed toward purchasing laptops and providing essential virus software, helping ensure...
Thanks to a $150,000 grant from Lexington Medical Center, more individuals throughout the Midlands will receive accessible healthcare at United Way’s WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinics. WellPartners offers free dental and eye care services that provide preventative and restorative care to uninsured and underinsured children and adults in the Midlands. WellPartners is owned and operated by United...
Bank of America Charitable Foundation awarded $70,000 to United Way of the Midlands’ Two-Generation programming, which includes the new Young Men United program. United Way’s Two-Generation approach for families provides long-term case management to improve workforce skills and employment, while addressing barriers to their path to financial stability and independence. Services are also provided...
United Way is thrilled to invite Midlands families for an unforgettable evening of community engagement, learning, and giving back at United Night Out on Oct. 12 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Junction 800. “This event will provide a unique opportunity for everyone to dive deep into the heart of United Way's mission and discover the positive impact United Way makes in our community,” said Sara Fawcett...
As United Way of the Midlands’ new campaign season commences, the organization welcomes its new members and executive committee of the 2023-2024 Board of Directors. New members of the board are: Katy Bair, Credit Team Leader and Senior Vice President at Truist; Jennifer Gugliotti, AVP and Head of Corporate Brand and Reputation at UNUM; Angela Jenkins, Vice President at Prisma Health; Ben Rex, CEO...
United Way of the Midlands invested over $13 million in funding to community organizations over the past year, including $2.1 million in Impact grants for its 2023-2024 fiscal year to support basic needs and improve resiliency and long-term self-sufficiency in the Midlands. The $2.1 in Impact grants is in addition to the donor-directed gifts, initiatives and programs UWM operates directly, and...