Monthly News from United Way of Northeast Louisiana

August 2024 Edition

2024 CAMPAIGN KICKOFF

This is a VIRTUAL event. Join us LIVE!

CAMPAIGN UPDATE

As Pacesetter Companies, Allen, Green & Williamson, City of Ruston, Forth Insurance, LaSalle Management, Marion State Bank, Monroe Housing Authority, and The Woman's Clinic are setting the standard in our United Way of Northeast Louisiana Campaign. Their dedication and generosity are truly inspiring and making a difference in our community!

Tune in LIVE on Tuesday, September 10, on KTVE/KARD as we reveal the impressive campaign results. You won’t want to miss it!

Stay tuned and get ready to celebrate with us! 🎉

COMMUNITY IMPACT

READ.LEARN.SUCCEED.:

Volunteer Today!

READ.LEARN.SUCCEED. is a United Way NELA community initiative aimed at helping local 2nd and 3rd graders improve their reading and writing skills. Launched in 2012, this initiative partners trained volunteers with students in 20 local schools to enhance their literacy skills.

WHY DOES READING MATTER?

Children reading below grade level by 3rd grade are four times less likely to graduate high school.

HOW CAN I HELP?

-Become a Volunteer Reader, Pen Friend, or both

-Volunteer from October through March

HOW DO I VOLUNTEER?

- Sign up below (must be 17 years old or older)

- Attend virtual training (15 minutes)

- Commit to reading with or writing to assigned students once a month

- Attend an Ending Celebration

BANK ON NELA:

Debt Repayment



United Way of Northeast Louisiana is hosting a BankOn NELA Borrowing and Debt Repayment Workshop on Thursday, September 19.

This workshop will focus on the different loan and borrowing options, strategies for how to best manage debt, and tackling debt repayment.

The workshop will be held at the Miller Roy Building, located at 1001 Desiard Street from 12 to 1 p.m. There will also be a Zoom option available. Register below!

VOLUNTEER UNITED

SEPTEMBER:

Advancion Golf Tournament

Date: September 20 | 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Shifts available

Location: Chennault Park Golf Course (8475 Millhaven Road | Monroe)

Do It Afraid Conference

Date: September 20 | 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Shifts available

Date: September 21 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Shifts available

Location: Burg Jones Elementary School (3000 Burg Jones Lane | Monroe)

Discover these volunteer opportunities and more on our website. Follow the link below to explore what's currently available!

UNITED WAY OF NORTHEAST

LOUISIANA 211

What is 211?

211 is a FREE, confidential service that connects you with essential resources and services in your local community. Whether you need help with healthcare, housing, food, or just someone to talk to, 211 is here for you, 24/7. Call 211 to find out what help is available in your area! Click the buttons below to view our new materials.

211 DASHBOARD:

This dashboard contains aggregate information, non-personally identifiable information about help seekers who have contacted United Way 211 since January 1, 2019. The first page illustrates the locations of help seekers. The second page looks at the number of referrals and types of services referred during the interactions. The third page looks at the needs expressed by help seekers. The final page explores the demographics of the help seekers.

211 DATABASE:

The 211 database provides access to community resources and is available 24/7 through your computer, phone, or other devices.

INFORMATION & RESOURCES

READY4K:

Attendance Allies: How Community Support Can Reduce Absenteeism

With community support, student attendance thrives! Click the link below to explore examples of successful community-school partnerships that reduce absenteeism and boost student engagement.