United Way of Southwest Michigan takes great pride in finding solutions when confronted by challenges. Usually, those solutions entail a huge network of organizations in our midst who get the job done. The current challenge is throwing a twist their way, however, and they want you to know they’re working on it.
Anna Murphy, President & CEO of the United Way team locally says, “Nothing can stop United Way of Southwest Michigan from celebrating you!” Her problem solving team of people from across Michigan’s Great Southwest are swinging into action after having their celebration train derailed.
Murphy says that in light of developing public health concerns, United Way of Southwest Michigan plans to bring its annual Celebration to the community “in a creative fashion.”
Originally scheduled to have been held a week from today, on Thursday, March 19th at the Grand Upton Hall at Lake Michigan College, UWSM’s Celebration will take a different form — never tried before — in deference to the guidelines of public health officials, and at a later date. While physical social distancing is important at this time, there are safe ways to stay connected and share that United Way plans to put to use.
United Way staff are busy at work crafting a unique experience to acknowledge the generosity of the community’s donors and the impact made in the community in 2019—as they look to the future of United Way’s service in Southwest Michigan.
Murphy says, “When you look at the example of this year’s award winners—the outstanding corporate partners and the stellar individuals—about how to step up and lead, commit with passion and determination, and overcome obstacles to advance the common good, we at United Way won’t do anything less in finding ways to acknowledge them for it,” and adds, “2019 was a banner year—we saw how unstoppable our community is—it deserves the best treatment we can give it.”
Where, when, and how the annual celebration will take place are being determined, and details will be forthcoming as soon as they become available. In short: Stay tuned.
United Way of Southwest Michigan fights for the Health, Education, and Financial Stability of every person in every community. They have the influence and relationships to make sustainable change a reality. By harnessing resources from corporate, nonprofit, and public partners, they provide immediate assistance to the most vulnerable populations among us, while addressing the root causes of the community’s longstanding challenges and changing lives for the better. To join the fight—through giving, advocacy, and volunteering—visit online at www.uwsm.org.
