TOGETHER WE THRIVE 🌞

Everyday we make an impact and our mission is successful because of YOU! We hope you're having a great start to the week and summer.

With each partnership, project, and story, we’re reminded that lasting change is built step by step, together. As we head into this season of possibility, let’s keep leaning into connection, compassion, and collective impact.

Thank you for being a vital part of this movement.

#UnitedIsTheWay 🌱

ALLOW US TO REINTRODUCE OURSELVES 😉

At United Way Greater Chippewa Valley, our 5 Initiatives and Strategic Plan are what drives our passion for community impact.

Please watch our 2025 Campaign Video to learn about who we are and the work we support. Thank you for being a part of this movement!

LET'S MAKE A DIFFERENCE 🧡

United Way Greater Chippewa Valley's Day of Caring connects volunteers to organizations serving some of the greatest needs in our communities. Through the Day of Caring, many organizations get assistance with the completion of a much-needed project, allowing them peace of mind to focus on continuing to serve the people in the Chippewa Valley. Please reach out if you have questions about volunteering or project submissions. We're here to help!

Project Submissions are open Monday, July 7 and are being accepted until Monday, August 4! Once all projects are compiled, we'll go live with the T-shirt design and volunteer sign up.

Questions? Reach out to Rhea Losano: rlosano@uwgcv.org

Please Note: Submitting a project does not guarantee approval, volunteer support, or confirmed logistics. Once the submission period closes and we have a better understanding of project details, we’ll follow up with all submitters regarding next steps.

JOIN US ON AN IMPACT TOUR 🤝

We still have a few more spots open for our 2nd Impact Tour this Thursday! We'll visit 3 incredible Program Partners that we work with and you'll feel the impact that's happening everyday.

Can't join us for this one? No worries! We'll see you Thursday, September 18.

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

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!

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. #UnitedIsTheWay

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

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.

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