United Way of Story County

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06/23/2026

Say hello to Nevada Food at First! 👋 We are absolutely thrilled to welcome them as a new partner agency!

Volunteers are doing incredible work to tackle food insecurity and support our neighbors. By joining forces, we're making sure vital resources reach every corner of our county!

Make summertime, storytime! Here are some fun and accessible reading opportunities to consider this summer:✔️ Join a sum...
06/19/2026

Make summertime, storytime! Here are some fun and accessible reading opportunities to consider this summer:

✔️ Join a summer reading program at local library or business
🚶‍♀️ Explore a story walk at a nearby park
📚 Start or join a book club with friends and neighbors

Reading opens the door to adventure, and summer is the perfect time to dive into a new story!

🚀 Elevate your business's local impact!New for 2026, we are offering exclusive corporate sponsorship opportunities for U...
06/17/2026

🚀 Elevate your business's local impact!

New for 2026, we are offering exclusive corporate sponsorship opportunities for United Way of Story County’s Day of Caring on Friday, September 11! Packages offer incredible brand visibility while directly funding vital community kit-building projects.

👉 See sponsorship levels & sign up: uwstory.org/day-of-caring

Check out these young gardeners in action! 🌱
06/15/2026

Check out these young gardeners in action! 🌱

📢 Calling all Story County Nonprofits! Let’s check off your to-do list together! Submissions are officially OPEN for Day...
06/12/2026

📢 Calling all Story County Nonprofits!

Let’s check off your to-do list together! Submissions are officially OPEN for Day of Caring 2026 on Friday, September 11!

⏰ Deadline to apply: Tuesday, June 30
👉 Submit your project request now at uwstory.org/day-of-caring

United Way of Story County invests in ten summer learning programs to provide hands-on learning, daily reading support, ...
06/08/2026

United Way of Story County invests in ten summer learning programs to provide hands-on learning, daily reading support, and healthy meals—helping kids build confidence and stay on track. Together, we’re creating brighter futures, one summer at a time. 🌞

☀️ Summer is here, and food support is available near you. 🍽️🎒School is out, but summer meal programs are open across St...
06/05/2026

☀️ Summer is here, and food support is available near you. 🍽️🎒

School is out, but summer meal programs are open across Story County to help ensure kids and families stay supported during the summer months.

Additional resources are available: uwstory.org/food

Check it out! The Ames Home Builders Association has been hard at work building brand-new garden beds for the The Boys &...
06/04/2026

Check it out! The Ames Home Builders Association has been hard at work building brand-new garden beds for the The Boys & Girls Clubs of Story County new Garden Club!

This summer, local youth won't just learn how to grow their own produce—they'll be building teamwork, communication, and shared responsibility. From deciding what to plant to problem-solving in the garden, these kids are calling the shots and making decisions that impact their plants' success. 🥕

United Way of Story County is incredibly proud to help spark this hands-on learning through a Community Impact Grant!

🎉 WE ARE HIRING! 🎉Looking for a meaningful career where your organizational superpowers help change lives right here in ...
06/03/2026

🎉 WE ARE HIRING! 🎉

Looking for a meaningful career where your organizational superpowers help change lives right here in Story County? We want you on our team!

We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to keep our office humming and support our mission. If you are detail-oriented, love connecting with people, and want to be part of a passionate, collaborative team, this is the perfect role for you.

🔗 Get all the details and apply today at: uwstory.org/employment-opportunities

United Way of Story County is proud to announce our latest Financial Empowerment Major Grant Awardees, totaling $68,000 ...
06/02/2026

United Way of Story County is proud to announce our latest Financial Empowerment Major Grant Awardees, totaling $68,000 in community investments:

Friendship Ark Homes & Community Services | $18,000

Friendship Ark will use the funding to purchase new equipment to expand their Representative Payee program and assist more members in opening IAble Savings Accounts. The new equipment will enable members to practice budgeting, explore online banking, and learn how to use IAble accounts in a supported, hands on environment.

Mustard Seed Farm | $50,000

Mustard Seed Community Farm will launch a community kitchen space and micro-enterprise incubator. This initiative lowers barriers to financial growth by providing free kitchen access, equipment, and instruction—allowing residents to preserve local produce for their families or test recipes to launch their own small businesses.

Read the media release: uwstory.org/news/united-way-story-county-awards-financial-empowerment-major-grants

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315 Clark Avenue
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15152685142

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