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United Way of Central Kansas

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United Way of Central Kansas’ mission is to mobilize the caring power of communities to advance the common good.

11/05/2026

Want to be part of Reality U?
We are looking for 3–4 volunteers to help us on December 2nd in Hoisington!
Reality U gives local students a hands-on look at managing money, making financial decisions, and navigating real-life expenses.
It's a fun, interactive day, and we could use a few extra hands to help make it happen!
Interested in helping? Send us a message for more details!

11/04/2026

From Surviving to THRIVING!

What would make Barton and Pawnee Counties healthier, stronger communities? We want to hear from YOU!

What challenges do you see? What resources are missing? What's working well?

Share your thoughts at www.uwck.org/Workshop. Your voice matters!

SAVE THE DATE!
Leading Health Workshop
January 27, 2027 | 10 AM–3 PM
The Forge, Great Bend

Together, we can build a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive!

11/03/2026

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!

United Way of Central Kansas is accepting applications for our annual Community Partner Allocations funding!

We invest in local nonprofit programs making a difference in Barton and Pawnee counties through four impact areas:

❤️ Healthy Community
📚 Youth Opportunity
💰 Financial Stability
🤝 Community Resiliency

We currently support 18 local Community Partners, but we're always interested in connecting with other organizations doing great work in our communities!

Current partners and organizations interested in funding for the first time are encouraged to apply!

Deadline: Thursday, January 7, 2027, at 4:00 p.m.

Apply or learn more: https://www.uwck.org/allocations

Together, we're building a stronger Central Kansas.

United is the Way.

11/02/2026

What does UWCK do? Do your funds stay local?

10/31/2026

Want to be part of Reality U?

We are looking for 3–4 volunteers to help us on December 2nd in Hoisington!

Reality U gives local students a hands-on look at managing money, making financial decisions, and navigating real-life expenses.

It's a fun, interactive day, and we could use a few extra hands to help make it happen!

Interested in helping? Send us a message for more details!

10/30/2026

Have a project that could make a difference in Central Kansas? We want to help make it happen!

United Way of Central Kansas is accepting applications for our Impact Grant Program, offering grants of up to $1,000 to support local projects and programs!

We're looking for ideas that address unmet needs, bring creative solutions to our communities, and make a meaningful impact in Barton and Pawnee counties.

✅ Open to nonprofit organizations and governmental programs

✅ Projects focused on Health, Education, or Financial Stability

✅ Funding for specific programs, projects, or new initiatives

Grants of up to $1,000 available!

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026

Whether you're launching something new or expanding a program that's already making a difference, we'd love to hear your ideas!

Apply here: https://www.uwck.org/impact-grant-application

Small grants can make a BIG impact!

10/28/2026

Larned, Laundry Love is happening TODAY!

Stop by Santa Fe Laundry Co. from 3:00–5:00 PM and wash up to 5 loads of laundry per family at no cost!

📍 Santa Fe Laundry Co.
1309 Broadway St., Larned
⏰ Last load must be started by 4:45 PM.

A big THANK YOU to Golden Belt Community Foundation for sponsoring BOTH of our October Laundry Love events in Great Bend and Larned!

We're grateful for their continued investment in our communities and their partnership in helping local families with everyday necessities.

Know someone who could use a little help with laundry expenses? Share this post and help us spread the Laundry Love!

United Is The Way.

10/28/2026

Applications are due this week! Reach out to get signed up for food and/or gifts.

10/27/2026

NEW HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE RESOURCE FOR CENTRAL KANSAS!

The Central Kansas Non-Profit Network, a task force of Central Kansas Partnership, has launched a new Holiday Assistance Hub to connect families in need with local holiday giving programs!

🌐 www.centralkscommunityassist.com

Hosting an Angel Tree, toy drive, food distribution, or other holiday assistance program? We encourage local businesses, churches, schools, and nonprofits to list your programs on the website! This helps connect families who might otherwise be missed with available resources.

Need holiday assistance? Explore local programs and opportunities for support.

Want to give back? Find ways to help local children and families this holiday season!

THE GOAL?
✅ Help MORE children and families.
✅ Reduce duplication of assistance.
✅ Make donated dollars go FURTHER so we can reach as many families as possible!

This isn't about replacing the wonderful programs already happening in our communities. It's about working together to make an even BIGGER impact!

PLEASE SHARE, especially with organizations hosting holiday giving programs and families who may need assistance!

Together, we can make the holidays brighter for more Central Kansas families!

Connecting Needs. Coordinating Generosity. Strengthening Communities.

10/26/2026

Larned, Laundry Love is coming your way!

Join us Wednesday, October 28, for FREE laundry at Santa Fe Laundry Co.!

📍 Santa Fe Laundry Co.
1309 Broadway St., Larned
📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM

Families can wash up to 5 loads of laundry at no cost! Last load must be started by 4:45 PM.

A special THANK YOU to Golden Belt Community Foundation for sponsoring our October Laundry Love events in BOTH Great Bend and Larned!

We appreciate GBCF's continued partnership and the many ways they support local organizations and strengthen communities throughout Barton and Pawnee counties. Their generosity helps us take one more expense off the shoulders of local families.

United Is The Way.

Address

2000 Washington Street, PO Box 1742
Great Bend, KS
67530

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.uwck.org/

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