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United Way of Reno County Hosting Community Work Day on October 11

Thursday, October 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County will host its annual Community Work Day this Saturday, October 11, bringing together approximately 350 volunteers to complete more than 20 service projects across Reno County.This day of service unites individuals, businesses, and community groups in... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces New Additions to Team

Wednesday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is proud to announce the addition of two new team members, JK Vann as Director of Community Impact, and Gary Race as Community Navigator with the Reno Connections program.JK Vann – Director of Community Impact Vann... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Kicks Off Community-Wide Campaign, With Goal to Raise $1.35M

Wednesday, September 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County will launch its 2025-2026 community-wide campaign on Friday, Sept. 5, and leading the charge this year are co-chairs Rion and Darcy Rhoades. With a goal of raising $1.35M, the funds donated this season will support over... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces Spark Tank Live! Tickets and Tables On Sale NOW

Tuesday, August 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is excited to announce that Spark Tank Live! tickets and tables are now available for purchase. This high-energy evening will allow local nonprofit organizations the opportunity to pitch bold, community-focused solutions for their share of... Read More.

United Way to Announce Investments to Reno County Partner Organizations

Wednesday, June 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – United Way of Reno County is excited to publicly announce its planned community investments to local partner organizations and programs on Tuesday, June 17 at the Stringer Fine Arts Center (600 East 11th Ave.). Doors for the event will open at... Read More.

United Way Impact Grant Applications Now Open!

Wednesday, April 16

The United Way of Central Kansas (UWCK) Impact Grant Applications are officially open! If your organization is doing impactful work in Health, Education, or Financial Stability, apply today!Application process: Simple one-page application, Funds awarded in May, Total annual funding: $5,000Apply now Read More.

United Way of Central Kansas Partners with KU Med to get Participants for Kansas Health Knowledge Survey

Wednesday, March 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — United Way of Central Kansas is partnering with KU Med to get a Kansas Health Knowledge Survey out into the community.The survey is open to all Kansas residents and will only take ten minutes to fill out. You will get... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Promotes Two Team Members

Friday, February 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — United Way of Reno County has announced the promotions of two staff members. (Photos courtesy of UWRC) Valerie Taylor (left) has been promoted to Director of Community Impact. Valerie has been "a driving force" behind United Way's... Read More.

United Way Close to Making 2024-25 Campaign Goal, Mayor Brown Issues Community Challenge

Tuesday, February 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The United Way of McPherson County is very close to making their $300,000 goal for the 2024-25 campaign.United Way of McPherson County Executive Director Laura Parks told McPherson City Commissioners this morning they have raised $297,000, which while not what... Read More.

United Way Achieves $1.3 Million Campaign Goal, Impacting 25,000 Local Lives

Tuesday, February 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is proud to announce the successful achievement of its $1.3 million fundraising goal, which will directly support 33 vital programs and services across our community over the next year.Thanks to the generosity of donors, businesses and... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Celebrates United Way’s New Location and Community Impact

Friday, January 24

GREAT BEND, Kan. — On Thursday, January 16th, the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for United Way of Central Kansas (UWCK), celebrating their new office location at 2000 Washington Avenue in Great Bend. The event also served as an opportunity... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners and Representatives of Fuqua Construction Kick Off $6.7M Renovation Project with Wall Smashing Ceremony

Monday, December 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission on Monday accepted a quote from United Fire Group of $15,574 for builder's risk insurance on the County Building renovation project. Under the contract with Fuqua Construction, the County was required to provide that coverage.As... Read More.