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Uniting for Impact: How OnRamp Helped a Local Family Find Stability
United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge partners with local nonprofits to create lasting impact, providing financial and training support while connecting people in our community to vital resources. One of these partners, OnRamp, works directly with individuals facing financial hardship to help them regain stability and move toward a brighter future. One OnRamp client came…
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A Helping Hand, A New Beginning: How a Community Health Worker Transformed One Neighbor’s Life
When Michelle lost her husband last March, her life was turned upside down. Forced to leave their shared home, she moved into a camper on a stranger’s property, unsure of what to do next. With no income and ongoing health challenges, she struggled to access basic necessities like electricity, water, and food. Desperate for help,…
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$160 Million unlocked in additional household income
By empowering 10,000 families to reach self-sufficiency through…
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Meet Joe: A Story of Support, Resilience, and Community Impact
Joe’s journey exemplifies the power of partnership in creating lasting change. Referred to Bradley Free Clinic’s Community Health Worker (CHW) by the Dorcas House, Joe sought support in finding meaningful employment as a re-entering citizen. Thanks to the clinic’s dedicated CHW and a strong network of community organizations, Joe was quickly connected with VA Cares,…
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UWVBR inducted into roanoke regional chamber’s hall of fame
On Thursday, January 30th, UWVBR was inducted into RRCC Hall of Fame at their Annual Meeting of the Membership at Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center. Roanoke Regional Chamber Hall of Fame was established to honor businesses and organizations that have served Virginia’s Blue Ridge for over a century, the Hall of Fame recognizes resilience, dedication,…
