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Technology United
 
Exciting Techquity Update!
In February, the State of Wisconsin awarded United Way a $936,000 Techquity grant. This funding will provide at least 6,000 households with their own internet-capable computer, smartphone, or tablet, empowering them to participate in digital learning, telehealth, eCommerce, remote work, and more. Techquity is the signature issue area of  Technology United.  Learn more about Techquity.
 
Retire United
 
Help Older Adults Navigate Medicare
Retire United members believe in giving back to our community. United Way program partner Eras Senior Network Inc. seeks volunteers to help older adults navigate the process for applying for Medicare. Training provided.  Click here to learn more.
 
Diversity Leadership Society
 
Welcome, LEADers!
Congratulations to the spring 2022 Project LEAD cohort! Meet the leaders who are ready to take their volunteerism to the next level through nonprofit board service.  Learn more about  Project LEAD, and thank you to our program sponsor Johnson Controls.
  
Pride United
 
Join Our Council!
Pride United is expanding our council! As a network, we strive to be as diverse as the Queer community we serve.  Learn more about our council and ways to get involved. 
Through the  Pride United Equity Fund, we will soon announce mini-grant funding opportunities for nonprofits that serve the LGBTQ+ community. Stay tuned for more updates on Pride United events, advocacy, community conversations, and volunteer opportunities.
  
Women United
  
Celebrate 20 Years of Women United
Save the date! The  Women United Bruncheon is June 22 at Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s new “Garage” space. The event will feature Keynote Speaker  Maya Smart, literacy advocate and author of "Helping Parents Raise Readers." Thank you to Baird, our event sponsor. Registration link to come.  
Support local moms and babies by participating in United Way’s Diaper Bank. Diapers, wipes, and Pull-Ups are needed.  Learn more.
Photo Credit: Amanda Evans.
 
 
Emerging Leaders
Fun Updates Coming Soon
LINC (Lead. Impact. Network. Change.)
 
Back in Action in 2022
LINC members celebrated Women’s History Month by assembling nearly 300 Winter Care kits for local women’s shelters. At the event, members went head-to-head to answer trivia questions about famous women throughout history. They also mingled with members of other United Way donor networks including  Pride United and  Women United. 
Thank you, volunteers! Contact  Audrey Kanthack to learn more about LINC.
  
                          
                          
                      
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