THANK YOU ❤️

Happy Holidays from your friends at United Way Greater Chippewa Valley!

Our hearts are full of gratitude for the impact you’ve helped make possible. Every life touched and every milestone reached reflects the power of your generosity and commitment to our mission.

At the end of this year, we’re celebrating the spirit of giving, reflecting on the progress we’ve made together, and looking ahead to an even brighter 2026. Together, we can make this season one filled with even more hope, joy, and lasting change. Community has never been more important than now!

We also recognize that the holidays can be a difficult time for many — whether personally or through experiences with loved ones. Please remember: it’s okay not to be okay. United Way is here and we want to remind you of the resources and support available to help.

To our incredible investors, program partners, alongside the local organizations and people who believe in helping us make the Chippewa Valley a place where everyone can thrive - We appreciate you ❤️

There’s still time to invest in our mission before the year ends. Click the button below to visit our giving page and thank you so much for being an essential part of our impact.

#UnitedIsTheWay ✨

OH BABY! YOU HELPED MAKE AN IMPACT 👶

A week ago you helped us raise over $1,000 and a wide variety of supplies for our Diaper Bank! Thank you so much 🧡

Your impact addresses the needs and furthers the impact for:

• 17% of WI children under 3 years old, who live in families below the poverty line (vs. 37% nationally) 
  
• 181,712 children under age 3 living in Wisconsin

• 5.35 million diapers distributed annually by WI diaper banks — This supports ~8,900 babies each month

A huge thank you goes to Ruder Ware once again for sponsoring the night, 2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery for hosting us that evening, and to Half Shebang for the incredible performance!

MISS YOUR CHANCE TO DONATE? NO WORRIES - WE GOT YOU!

PURPOSE - To continue promoting financial support for our community's non-profits by contributing to small scale and/or emergency needs and projects across Eau Claire and Chippewa counties.

DURATION - $12,500.00 will be released every quarter for a total allocation of $50,000.00 annually.

Please note this is a single use grant. An organization can only receive one Small Act Grant allocation per year (even with applying multiple times/multiple quarters).

REQUIREMENTS - Align with any of the initiatives of United Way Greater Chippewa Valley. May not necessarily be a program partner but still need to fall under one of our 5 pillars. This MUST be an immediate need and serve our ALICE population!

WHO CAN APPLY? Local non-profit organizations in Eau Claire and Chippewa Counties (Current, Past, and Non-Program Partners are welcomed).

All applicants MUST be a non-profit organization, provide their 501c3 identification, and not exceed the $2,500.00 ask - this will result in automatic denial.

ACCOUNTABILITY - Small Act Grant recipients are required to show proof of purchase(s), imagery for social media / UWGCV's promotional use, and will recognize UWGCV appropriately through social media, print and digital advertising, alongside any other marketing or community facing platforms.

Once you apply you will be contacted with more information regarding whether or not you've received the grant.

In addition to that, we currently do not work with any political, religious, or animal affiliated organizations - so please apply accordingly!

HEY - YOU ARE NOT ALONE 🧡

December is a month filled with a unique set of celebrations! Between Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, then New Year's Eve, alongside important global days like Human Rights Day and the Winter Solstice, we can feel a lot of gratitude and also moments of being overwhelmed.

Whether you're holding space for all of these moments or just one, please remember you're supported and never alone.

You don’t have to navigate challenges by yourself. United Way is here to help!

Whether that means finding a therapist, a local program or agency, or simply someone who will listen.



📞 Call 911 for immediate help

📞 Call or text 988 for mental health and well-being help

📞 Call or text 211 for ongoing support and other resources

Together, we can create healthier, more connected communities.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR FRIENDS AT CHIPPEWA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH -

Chippewa County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is conducting a Community Survey to support the development of our new Strategic Plan, and we would greatly appreciate it if you took and shared it.

Your networks are essential to ensuring we hear from a wide range of residents, including those who may be underrepresented in traditional outreach. Please forward the link below or include it in your newsletters, social media, or other communication channels.

The survey takes about 5 minutes and is open to anyone who lives, works, or plays in Chippewa County.

Thank you for helping us strengthen community health and for your continued partnership.

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

DEVICE DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM 💻

OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE

Our office will be closed to the public from December 19, 2025 – January 5, 2026.

Please note: No device distribution will take place during this week.

Any applications received during this time will be reviewed and applicants will be contacted within the two weeks following the closure.

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.

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.

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