As they say, April showers bring May flowers 💐 🌼

As spring fully takes root, we’re reminded that growth thrives with care and dedication. April is a season of renewal—longer days, fresh possibilities, and a deepening commitment to the work ahead.

Just as nature flourishes, so does our passion for strengthening Chippewa Valley communities. By bringing people and resources together, we continue to create meaningful change and advance the common good.

From new initiatives to community connections, this season is filled with opportunities to make an impact. Let’s make this spring one of growth, collaboration, and lasting change!

Thank you for being part of this journey.

#UnitedIsTheWay ✨

36th Annual Golf Tournament ⛳️

Monday, June 2 2025 | Lake Wissota Golf & Events

Tell your boss you're taking Monday, June 2 off for a great cause (and a beautiful day of golf). Join us as we support the Chippewa Valley with our annual Golf Tournament.

• $200.00 / Golfer
• 4 Person Teams
• 9:00am Registration
• 10:00am Shotgun Start
• Raffle + Silent Auction
• Heavy hors d'oeuvres + Cash bar

All Sponsorship, Raffle Prize and Silent Auction inquires can be sent to Nick Swartz at nswartz@uwgcv.org 🤝

Wow! Our community is amazing 🎉

On Saturday March 29th, we enjoyed awesome live music from The County Line and raised $620 in tips! Every dollar goes right back into supporting local initiatives. We couldn’t do it without you! ❤️

A special thank you to 2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery for hosting us all too!

This dynamic group is designed to help participants increase their leadership impact in their organization, the social sector, and the community at large. 



Our Emerging Leaders are collaborative, great teammates, and good communicators. They seek others' input and opinions, use it to shape their ideas, and generate consensus. They have strong soft-skills and have emotional intelligence when it comes to dealing with others.

When you support United Way, you're investing in innovative, research based and results-focused initiatives. These initiatives coordinate the work of local programs, service providers and community stakeholders in the Chippewa Valley. Each Program Partner is funded under a specific initiative that is driven by a bold goal that keeps everyone working toward the same mission.

This Initiative's Bold Goal -



Mental Health of Chippewa Valley residents will improve by utilizing prevention and intervention programs.

Children's WI - Eau Claire's Team from left to right -

Ashley Thom - Behavioral Health Consultant

Michaela Habberley - School Based Mental Health and Clinic Therapist

Crystal Bryant - Clinic Therapist

UWGCV's role in strengthening this program -

United Way has provided connections between our program and other similar programs that focus on health (both physical and mental health) for children and their families. These connections allow us to collaborate at times and find support when needed.

Children's WI works together with the Eau Claire School system to provide school based services. Eau Claire Department of Human Services also refers children and their families to receive services at times, when they have experienced a trauma.

Greatest need(s) for this program -

We need for people to know that we are here! Our small size and perhaps our location lead to low visibility for us at times.

Key Takeaways for this organization -

Children's WI has a long tradition of working to make the children in Wisconsin the healthiest in the nation. We are committed to serving kids and families, and especially to helping them heal from traumas.

Want to learn more?

Visit their website at childrenswi.org

Vera Matter

715-835-5915

vmatter@childrenswi.org

Eau Claire Clinic

2004 Highland Ave Suite M Eau Claire, Wisconsin. 54703



Stay connected with them:

Device Distribution Program

This program provides eligible households with a refurbished computer. We have options for Windows 11 devices ($40) or Chromebooks (Free). 

Please note: Chromebooks require access to the internet or hotspot for the devices to work.

Computers are limited to one per household. You must be a resident of Eau Claire County or Chippewa County. The devices distributed through United Way are sold “as is” and have been inspected by the supplier and United Way team.

Please complete ALL FIELDS below to the best of your knowledge to determine if you qualify for this program. 

If you have questions please email DigitalEquity@uwgcv.org or call 715-834-5043

Due to higher device requests than normal, we currently have a waitlist. By filling out this form, you will be added to our device waitlist. We will do our best to pair you with a device ASAP! 

Did you know we offer a Digital Navigator Program? 

This program assists community members in using the Internet, Smart Phones, Computers, and much more. This service is 100% free and open to ALL residents of Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties. Digital Navigators will meet with residents who wish to further their digital skills and become more confident with using the internet.