Rent. Utilities. Childcare. Groceries. Keeping up can feel overwhelming during this crisis. Helpful resources are coming, but most are one-time supports. We have a long road ahead and the decisions we make today can ensure smooth sailing tomorrow.

#NationalVolunteerMonth When schools closed Tina Malzahn, Food Service Director for Midland Public Schools jumped into action. With the help of 125+ volunteers 138,000+ meals have been packaged & delivered. Thank you, volunteers and MPS for ensuring no child goes without food.

Can you spare 2-3 hours this week to help provide vital resources to our community? 18 volunteers are needed prep and distribute food through MidlandEFPN, The Bridge and Midland's Open Door. Sign-up eportal.unitedwaymidland.org/HowToHelp

The Boy Scouts Heartland District is looking for volunteers to lead virtual workshops so the scouts can continue to earn merit badges from home. Training will be held virtually on Wednesday, May 27 at 3:30pm. View a complete list of topics and register at bddy.me/3bLvZwG.

We are working closely with Midland County MI to monitor flood conditions and help provide updates, resources, and prepare volunteers. Flood Emergency Updates midland911.org Volunteer Alert Sign-up eportal.unitedwaymidland.org/2020Flood Resource Assistance @211nemichigan

WAYS TO HELP! At this time these are the ways you can help ensure that needs are met as this situation evolves. 1. VOLUNTEER ALERT bddy.me/2ZiIaP8 2. DONATE bddy.me/2ZuvJ2y 3. SUPPLY DONATIONS SURVEY bddy.me/3gazO24 #MidlandDam #michiganflood #Midland

All Resource Centers will be closed on July 3 & 4. Sites will reopen on July 6 with shortened hours as the Long Term Disaster Recovery Group shifts to meet current needs. For the latest information and resources visit reliefmidland.org.

We're Hiring a full-time Digital Project Manager. This team member will work both behind the scenes and with key clients to build digital solutions to educate and engage donors and volunteers. The deadline to apply is July 20. Learn more at unitedwaymidland.org/were-hiring-di…

Thank you to Whirlpool Corporation for partnering with us to organize the Appliance Sale! With so many families facing hardship due to COVID-19 unemployment, flooding, and everyday struggles we are grateful for their generosity. youtu.be/8wAWEgcI8LE

Together, we can ensure our neighbors have access to 50+ critical Youth Success, Health and Household Stability services our 25 partners provide year-round. With your help during the 2020 United Way campaign, we can be Stronger Together. Learn more at unitedwaymidland.org.

Each year, our U.S. offices partner with the United Way for a month-long giving campaign in support of local solutions that improve education, financial stability, and health. Learn about the true impact of neighbors who #LiveUnited (via United Way Midland): ow.ly/pbmL50C6waY

Use the power of your voice. #VOTE Today! Find your polling location and preview your local ballot here mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Home/Index

Having a safe place to turn for the first time can provide hope for survivors of violence. Through United Way invested programs like Shelterhouse of Midland and Gladwin counties individuals not only receive hope but the counseling, support and resources they need to move forward. youtu.be/SeBoRApMDOs

Help spread a little cheer this holiday season to the doctors, nurses, technicians, and staff at Mid Michigan that have worked countless hours for the health of our community this year. Sign-up with your family, group or company to Adopt-A-Unita t volunteerglbr.org.

When the Stay Home Stay Safe order went into effect in March, we partnered with Midland County Great Start Collaborative to provide $92,000 in childcare scholarships for frontline and essential workers to make sure they had a safe place to send their kids while at work.

Thank you! Together we raised $5,034,114 to continue to provide critical Youth Success, Health, and Household Stability programs in 2021. #StrongerTogether youtu.be/SqnCUbrxZcA

Let us use our voices to build a community committed to improving equity & inclusion. Take the first step by registering for a 10-Day Equity Challenge. Daily prompts will explore topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion, concluding with a virtual summit. bit.ly/2XOmsRb

Everyone in our community has a story to tell. Each week through our Dear Neighbor Series we will share the stories of real people who have overcome challenges with the help of our partners and your support of United Way. #PossibleTogether #LiveUnited youtu.be/x4PggnMLceg

Watch our first weekly update video below to meet our 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs, @mary_draves and Todd Draves. As lifelong Midland County residents, Mary and Todd share more about their passions and why they chose to lead this year's campaign. youtu.be/vbg90W6DA2c

We are excited to launch the Call for Artists for our upcoming art exhibition, The Chair Project! This unique exhibition will bring to life the stories and struggles of our neighbors through art Learn more and apply at unitedwaymidland.org/thechairproject