Gretchen Loganbill, Harvey County United Way board member By Sheila G. Kelley, development coordinator Question: Where did you grow up and what was your family life like? Answer: I grew up in a small town south of Omaha – Plattsmouth, … Continue reading “It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…”
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Financial stability starts with making life changes
Author UWHMCPosted on Categories Initiative: Income, StaffLeave a comment on Financial stability starts with making life changes by Sheila G. Kelley, development coordinator and Dalton Black, executive director There’s something very profound about welcoming in a new year. Most people making new year’s resolutions want an opportunity to do all the things that you didn’t get done … Continue reading “Financial stability starts with making life changes”
A Year in Review
by Dalton Black, executive director What an incredible year it has been! I can’t believe we are nearing the ending of 2022. My staff, board of directors and I have been busy this year as we’ve navigated uncertainty around COVID-19, … Continue reading “A Year in Review”
Saying farewell to our HCUW intern
By Sheila G. Kelley, Development Coordinator Zack Dauer came to Harvey County United Way mid-September as an intern through the Newton High School Ag Academy program. Zack has been handling most of our social media outlets. He will be completing … Continue reading “Saying farewell to our HCUW intern”
It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…
Nathan Murphy, Harvey County United Way board member By Sheila G. Kelley, Development Coordinator Question: Where did you grow up and what was your family life like? Answer: I grew up in Newton, KS with three brothers. I had an … Continue reading “It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…”
From spicy to mild, Chili Cook-Off serves it all
Author UWHMCPosted on Categories StaffLeave a comment on From spicy to mild, Chili Cook-Off serves it all By Dalton Black, executive director For the past 16 years, the Chili Cook-Off has been a staple in the Harvey County community. It began in 2006 and was organized by Prairie Harvest and Mike Petitjean of Ameriprise Financial. Harvey County … Continue reading “From spicy to mild, Chili Cook-Off serves it all”
It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…
Kyle Fiedler, Harvey County United Way community impact chair By Sheila G. Kelley, Development Coordinator Question: Tell us a little about your work and your involvement with United Way. Answer: I have been with the City of North Newton for … Continue reading “It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…”
It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…
Danielle Randall, Harvey County United Way secretary By Sheila G. Kelley, Development Coordinator Question: Where did you grow up and what was your family life like? Answer: Although I was born in Winfield, Kansas, and spent my first two years … Continue reading “It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…”
What does it mean to be a hero?
By Dalton Black, Executive Director Recently I was reminded what an Everyday Hero looks like. They weren’t someone wearing a cape, masking their identity, or performing some grand gesture. They look like a school administrator. They look like an insurance … Continue reading “What does it mean to be a hero?”
It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…
Bryan Dugan, Harvey County United Way first vice chair By Sheila G. Kelley, Development Coordinator Question: Where did you grow up and what was your family life like? Answer: I was born and raised around Topeka. I am the oldest … Continue reading “It’s My Pleasure to Introduce…”