DATE PUBLISHED: MAR 26, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
McGuire nominated for 100 Heroes Project

McGuire nominated for 100 Heroes Project

The local United Way is seeking nominees to be recognized through a new program.

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DATE PUBLISHED: FEB 05, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Oldfield nominated for 100 Heroes Project

Oldfield nominated for 100 Heroes Project

The local United Way is seeking nominees to be recognized through a new program.

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DATE PUBLISHED: MAR 27, 2026 | SOURCE : DAILY GATE CITY
United Way celebrates 101 years of impact

United Way celebrates 101 years of impact

Community leaders, nonprofit partners, volunteers and supporters gathered Wednesday at Cornerstone Wedding and Event Center to celebrate the 101st year of service and impact by United Way.

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DATE PUBLISHED: FEB 17, 2026 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way of Southeast Iowa looks back at 2025

United Way of Southeast Iowa looks back at 2025

United Way of Southeast Iowa shared recently a celebration of a “year of growth, resilience and expanded community impact through the RSVP Transportation Program, which provides essential transportation and companionship

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DATE PUBLISHED: NOV 07, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Local pantries, United Way respond to increased need while SNAP benefits are held up by government shutdown

Local pantries, United Way respond to increased need while SNAP benefits are held up by government shutdown

Uncertainty and anxiety are presently being served up to the more than 267,000 Iowans that depend on the federal government’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — an 86 year old

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DATE PUBLISHED: NOV 04, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: OCT 28, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way launching free book program

United Way launching free book program

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is coming to the area.

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DATE PUBLISHED: OCT 13, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way seeks rides for entry-level workers

United Way seeks rides for entry-level workers

United Way of Southeast Iowa, in partnership with local transportation providers and community banks, is launching a pilot program called “United We Work” to help entry-level employees in Burlington and

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DATE PUBLISHED: SEP 25, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Medical rides in demand

Medical rides in demand

United Way of Southeast Iowa is seeking volunteer drivers to meet a rising demand for its RSVP Medical Transportation Program.

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DATE PUBLISHED: AUG 11, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Over the Edge: United Way Fundraiser Sends Locals Rappelling Down Burlington’s Tallest Building

Over the Edge: United Way Fundraiser Sends Locals Rappelling Down Burlington’s Tallest Building

I experienced the full power of “You Got This” Saturday afternoon as I stood backwards on the ledge of the rooftop of the F&M Bank building, eight stories above the

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DATE PUBLISHED: AUG 06, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Rappelers to tackle tallest building for United Way

Rappelers to tackle tallest building for United Way

To the brave souls who’ll go Over the Edge of the Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust building Saturday, Burlington City Manager Chad Bird has some advice.

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DATE PUBLISHED: JUL 27, 2025 | SOURCE : KSCJ, Business News
Iowa Teams Set to Create More Affordable Housing - KSCJ 1360

Iowa Teams Set to Create More Affordable Housing - KSCJ 1360

Des Moines, IA — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) invited funders and partners to the finale for the inaugural Iowa Supportive Housing Institute (the Institute). Participants in the first-ever Iowa Institute presented development projects that will build a pipeline of supportive housing projects across…

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DATE PUBLISHED: JUN 20, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way of Southeast Iowa has been meeting the communities needs for 100 years

United Way of Southeast Iowa has been meeting the communities needs for 100 years

The United Way of Southeast Iowa has provided funds for community needs to the Burlington area for 100 years.

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DATE PUBLISHED: JUN 04, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
AmeriCorps cuts by DOGE hit local programs

AmeriCorps cuts by DOGE hit local programs

Two local volunteer agencies are among those scrambling after deep federal budget cuts to AmeriCorps.

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DATE PUBLISHED: MAY 16, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
News Bits: Old soup, Lucie Arnaz, boat floats, The Stacks

News Bits: Old soup, Lucie Arnaz, boat floats, The Stacks

DON’T EAT THAT SOUP

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DATE PUBLISHED: JAN 01, 2025 | SOURCE : Iowa Gov, Press
Iowa Finance Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing Announce Participants of Inaugural Iowa Supportive Housing Institute

Iowa Finance Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing Announce Participants of Inaugural Iowa Supportive Housing Institute

The IFA and Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH), announced that seven teams will participate in Iowa's inaugural Supportive Housing Institute.

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DATE PUBLISHED: MAY 13, 2025 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYEs
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DATE PUBLISHED: DEC 17, 2024 | SOURCE : CBS2, Michael Howell
150+ groups call on Gov. Reynolds to reverse course and let Iowa join summer EBT program

150+ groups call on Gov. Reynolds to reverse course and let Iowa join summer EBT program

More than 150 groups and organizations are now calling on Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds to sign Iowa up for the Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) program for next summer.Reyn

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DATE PUBLISHED: SEP 04, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, TRACEY LAMM
Des Moines County revives Disaster Recovery Organization to address gaps in local recovery aid

Des Moines County revives Disaster Recovery Organization to address gaps in local recovery aid

In the wake of recent severe storms and the growing awareness of the increasing frequency and intensity of weather-related disasters, representatives from the United Way of Southeast Iowa, Community Action

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DATE PUBLISHED: AUG 07, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, TRACEY LAMM
Brave souls bear the heat to go Over the Edge for the United Way

Brave souls bear the heat to go Over the Edge for the United Way

BURLINGTON – Thirty-two souls were brave enough to go Over the Edge of the F&M Bank building Saturday afternoon.

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DATE PUBLISHED: AUG 05, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, TRACEY LAMM
Thirty-two brave souls go over the edge for the United Way

Thirty-two brave souls go over the edge for the United Way

Thirty-two souls were brave enough to go Over the Edge of the F&M Bank building Saturday afternoon.

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DATE PUBLISHED: JUN 18, 2024 | SOURCE : KWQC, JOSHUA BLOUNT
United Way of Southeast Iowa receives grant to help address food insecurity

United Way of Southeast Iowa receives grant to help address food insecurity

United Way of Southeast Iowa has announced they were awarded a grant that could help address food insecurity in Burlington and 19 other communities they cover.

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DATE PUBLISHED: JUL 27, 2024 | SOURCE : KWQC, JOSHUA BLOUNT
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DATE PUBLISHED: JUN 18, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: MAY 09, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, JULIE NICKELL
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DATE PUBLISHED: MAY 06, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, JULIE NICKELL
United Way executive director selected for worldwide leadership program

United Way executive director selected for worldwide leadership program

Megan Brincks, executive director of the Burlington Area United Way has been selected to participate in United Way Worldwide’s new Next-Generation Leaders Initiative.

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DATE PUBLISHED: APR 30, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, JULIE NICKELL
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DATE PUBLISHED: MAY 25, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, JULIE NICKELL
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DATE PUBLISHED: APR 29, 2024 | SOURCE : SOUTHEAST IOWA UNION
United Way launches volunteer hub

United Way launches volunteer hub

The United Way of Southeast Iowa is pleased to announce the launch of a new community volunteer hub. The online …

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DATE PUBLISHED: APR 24, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: MAR 15, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, TRACEY LAMM
United Way holds annual meeting, names award winners

United Way holds annual meeting, names award winners

The United Way of Southeast Iowa recognized supporters and volunteers for their hard work in the community during its annual meeting and awards presentation on March 8 at Cornerstone Wedding

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DATE PUBLISHED: FEB 22, 2024 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE, TRACEY LAMM
Burlington/West Burlington United Way announces name change

Burlington/West Burlington United Way announces name change

After a century of dedicated service to the community, the Burlington/West Burlington United Way is changing its name.

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DATE PUBLISHED: NOV 16, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Burlington Area United Way is at 55% of fundraising goal

Burlington Area United Way is at 55% of fundraising goal

The Burlington Area United Way is reaching out to the community with a heartfelt plea as we approach the final month of our annual fundraising campaign.

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DATE PUBLISHED: DEC 07, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: SEP 07, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way to host togetherness event

United Way to host togetherness event

The Burlington/West Burlington Area United Way will host a free, fun-filled celebration of togetherness from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Community Field, 2712 Mount Pleasant St.

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DATE PUBLISHED: DEC 19, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: NOV 24, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way introducing new scholarship

United Way introducing new scholarship

The Burlington/West Burlington Area United Way is excited to introduce the Inaugural United In Service Scholarship, a distinctive opportunity for high school seniors demonstrating exceptional commitment to community service.

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DATE PUBLISHED: NOV 14, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
Homelessness Task Force forms in Burlington

Homelessness Task Force forms in Burlington

There is an old adage — how do you eat an elephant? … one bite at a time and that can probably be applied to the issue of homelessness in

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DATE PUBLISHED: DATE PUBLISHED: OCT 09, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
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DATE PUBLISHED: DATE PUBLISHED: MAR 09, 2023 | SOURCE : THE HAWK EYE
United Way gives first ‘Changemaker Award’ in its 99th year

United Way gives first ‘Changemaker Award’ in its 99th year

The Burlington/West Burlington Area United Way held its annual meeting Friday on the organization’s 99th year.

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Pacesetter Division:  The 2021 United Way Annual Campaign Pacesetter Division was unable to convene for their Annual Kickoff luncheon due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Approximately 110 firms and/or employee groups, Pacesetter Committee Members and representatives from the local United Way funded agencies attend the kickoff luncheon. The Pacesetter Division Committee Members consist of the past ten United Way Board Presidents.

General Campaign: The 2021 General Campaign kickoff luncheon is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 12:00 noon at the Pzazz Conference Center. 

The kickoff luncheon launches the United Way’s fall campaign. Volunteers will be providing area businesses and employee groups with the United Way 2021 Campaign information. Donations and/or pledges received for the 2021 Annual United Way Campaign will help assist 12 local agencies provide programs and services during the 2021 year.