United Way of Reno County Commits $850,000 to Local Non-Profits for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

Reno County, June 26, 2024 – United Way of Reno County is investing $850,000 in 21 local nonprofits for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This includes $306,000 for Education programs, $224,000 for Health Programs, and $320,000 for Income Stability Programs. These funds will support 33 different programs tackling important issues in Health, Education, Income Stability, and Disaster Recovery in our community.

The allocation process involved a thorough two-day Allocations Presentations event. Nonprofit partners who received funding presented their needs and plans for the upcoming year. A committee of 16 volunteers from diverse industries across Reno County carefully deliberated to ensure the funds were used where they could make the biggest difference.

Lacey Mills, CEO of United Way of Reno County, emphasized the powerful impact of these investments, saying, "Here at United Way of Reno County, we allocate every dollar thoughtfully to support 21 nonprofits and their 33 diverse programs, alongside our own initiatives. Your donation to United Way goes twice as far, making a real difference. We also work as policy advocates, find ways to work smarter, pool resources, and build partnerships across sectors to make a bigger impact in our community."

In addition to the $850,000 allocation, United Way of Reno County continues to operate and fund several critical programs directly from its office. These include the beloved Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Reno Connections, a "no wrong door" approach to helping individuals in crisis, the Delta Dental Savings Program, 7 Cups, an emotional support service, the SingleCare Prescription Savings program, and the essential 211 information and referral service. Visit our website to learn more about these programs. 

Mills emphasized how important it is to connect people to resources and opportunities, saying, "Here at United Way of Reno County, we're all about bringing folks together—whether it's giving back, pushing for change, or pitching in as volunteers. Your donations fund crucial programs, our advocacy sparks meaningful shifts, and our volunteers link people to the resources they need in our community. Together, we're building a brighter future for all."

Together, these investments, volunteer work, and programs are set to make a big difference in boosting the well-being and resilience of Reno County residents. United Way is dedicated to rallying resources and making positive changes throughout our community.

For more information on United Way of Reno County's initiatives, volunteer opportunities, or to support their cause, please visit their official website or contact their office directly.

Download our 2024-2025 Community Impact Strategy, including a full list of all programs and funded partners, here.

Thank you to our 2024 Allocations Committee: 

Amy Bretz, United Way of Reno County; Jason Cline, Dillon Stores; Tasha Erickson, Heartland Credit Union; Ricardo Jiminez, Dillon Stores; Bart Kooiman, BOLD; Amy Kraft, Kraft Electric; Eli Kraft, Kraft Electric; Lacey Mills, United Way of Reno County; Randy Partington, Reno County; Rion Rhoades, Edward Jones; Carla Stanfield, United Way of Reno County; Valerie Taylor, United Way of Reno County; Janeishka Venegas, Peoples Bank; Elizabeth Walton, United Way of Reno County; Starla Wells, Community Volunteer; Angie Zwickl, Reece Nichols