More than a fundraising organization, United Way of Thurston County (UWTC) is a community catalyst and a partner for creating measurable social impact that enhances the quality of life for the residents of greater Thurston County, Washington. An affiliate of one of America’s most respected nonprofit brands, UWTC works with a broad range of individuals and organizations to identify and mobilize solutions to address the community's most...
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Posted: Thursday, June 22, 2017
United Way of Thurston County
Accepting Human Service Award Nominations
June 1, 2017 Olympia, WA - United Way of Thurston County is seeking nominations for the distinguished Gladys Burns Human Service Award, a lifetime service award, celebrating the philanthropic and volunteer spirit within our community. The award honors...
Posted: Thursday, June 1, 2017
Women United of United Way of Thurston County Announces Grants
Nine nonprofits benefiting women and girls to receive over $80,000
May 22, 2017, OLYMPIA – Women United, an affinity group of the United Way of Thurston County, has awarded nine local organizations $...
Posted: Monday, May 22, 2017
Community Investment Partnership Announces Awards
Over $4 million granted to local nonprofit organizations for collective impact on community health and human services
May 16, 2017, OLYMPIA – The Community Investment Partnership (CIP), a public/...
Posted: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
May 4, 2017 – Olympia, Wash. After several years of leading the United Way of Thurston County, Executive Director Paul Knox has announced his departure by the end of 2017.
“I love United Way and am excited about our strategic direction, but after seven years, I am looking forward to a new set of adventures. I have plans to take some time to reflect and look at my options as well as engage in two real estate...
Posted: Thursday, May 4, 2017
What CNCS Cuts Would Mean for United Way of Thurston County
On March 16, President Trump released his proposed federal budget that recommends the elimination of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), a federal agency that helps millions of Americans improve the lives of their fellow citizens through service. United Way of Thurston County currently...
Posted: Friday, April 14, 2017
National Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service
Corporation for National and Community Service brings elected officials together with AmeriCorps VISTAs to serve community
March 21, 2017 – Olympia, Wash. – The nation’s mayors and county officials are increasingly turning to national service as a cost-effective...
Posted: Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Proposed Federal Budget Has Major Local Ramifications
Support of South Sound Volunteerism on the Chopping Block
PHOTOS AVALIABLE
March 17, 2017 – Olympia, Wash. On March 16, President Trump released his proposed federal budget that recommends the elimination of the Corporation for...
Posted: Friday, March 17, 2017
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Posted: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Leveraging the caring power of community for women and girls in Thurston County
February 16, 2017 – Olympia, Wash. – Women United (formerly Women’s Leadership Council) of United Way of Thurston County is seeking proposals for funding of programs and projects from 501c3 organizations that specifically address the needs of women and/or girls who are underserved or disengaged from typical community...
Posted: Tuesday, February 21, 2017