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Meeting People Where They Are
When someone’s power gets shut off, it’s easy to say, “Just call the utility company.”When a neighbor misses dialysis appointments,…
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The Power of Connection Through CHWs
Sometimes the smallest acts create the most lasting impact. That’s something Lucas, one of United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge’s…
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Who Will Be There When Crisis Strikes?
Lashara, one of our dedicated Community Health Workers (CHWs), received a referral about a mother and her 25-year-old son who had…
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Financial Security in the Blue Ridge: A Path Forward
For many households in the Blue Ridge, financial insecurity is a daily reality. The 2024 VA ALICE Report reveals that…
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Rebuilding After Incarceration: The Path to Financial Security
After incarceration, rebuilding a life isn’t easy. Finding stable housing, securing a job, and accessing basic resources can feel like…
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Driving Opportunity: How United Way’s Support of OnRamp Helped Michael Secure His Future
A determined job seeker in the community faced a major setback on his path to financial stability. His vehicle, essential…
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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…
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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…
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$160 Million unlocked in additional household income
By empowering 10,000 families to reach self-sufficiency through…
