United Way of Will County

10/09/2026

When you're facing a challenge, figuring out where to turn for help can feel overwhelming. Whether you need assistance with food, housing, utility bills, healthcare, or other local resources, 211 can help connect you to the support that's right for your situation.

Free, confidential, 24/7 help. 📞 Call 211 or 💬 Text your ZIP code to 898211 to get help today!

10/08/2026

When people reach out to 211, they're looking for answers. Make sure they can find your organization when they need it most. By becoming a 211 service provider, your nonprofit, community organization, or government agency can be included in a comprehensive resource database used to connect individuals and families with local services. It's a simple way to increase awareness of your programs and help more community members access the support you offer.

Join the network of organizations working together to connect people with help. Learn more about becoming a 211 service provider ➡️ https://uwm211.org/agencies/ -agency

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10/06/2026

10/05/2026

We are proud to recognize Old National Bank as our Event Sponsor for Bridge to the Future, United Way of Will County’s 90th Anniversary Celebration!

We recently had the chance to come together with the Old National Bank team for a check presentation as we prepare to celebrate 90 years of United Way of Will County.

Our community looks very different than it did in 1936, and so do the needs of our neighbors. What hasn't changed is the way people, businesses, nonprofits, volunteers, and community leaders step forward and work together to meet them.

Old National Bank's partnership continues that tradition. Their partnership is about more than helping us mark a milestone. It is another example of a local business choosing to invest in the community we share.

Thank you, Old National Bank, for working alongside us and being part of what comes next.
90 years brought us here. What’s next will take all of us.

10/02/2026

No two students face challenges in exactly the same way, which is why the Resilient Youth Initiative offers multiple pathways to build resilience, manage stress, and develop lifelong skills.

💙 Resilient Youth Training – Practical tools for managing stress, building resilience, and supporting overall well-being.
🏆 Mind of a Champion – Mental performance training designed to help student-athletes stay focused, confident, and resilient under pressure.
📚 Stress Less for the Test – Strategies that help students manage test anxiety, improve focus, and perform at their best during high-pressure academic situations.

Whether you're a student, educator, coach, youth-serving professional, or parent, there's a program for you designed to help you/your students thrive. Learn more: https://uwwill.org/resilient-youth-2026/

09/30/2026

No matter the season, we're here to help. 211 connects individuals and families to local resources for food, housing, utility assistance, healthcare, mental health services, and more.

📞 Call 211 or 📱 Text your zip code to 898211 for free, confidential, 24/7 help.

09/28/2026

Quick reminder: Participating families are also offered pull-ups in addition to diapers, providing extra support for growing toddlers. We’re here for all Will County families, regardless of the stage of life their little ones are in.

Find a Diaper Depot near you ➡️ https://uwwill.org/diaper-depot/

09/25/2026

Is your organization providing services that support people in our community?

By joining the 211 resource database, your nonprofit, community organization, or government agency can help ensure that individuals and families are connected to the programs and services they need. When someone contacts 211 looking for help, having accurate, up-to-date information in the database makes it easier for them to find your organization.

Help us strengthen the network of local resources available to our community. Learn more about becoming a 211 service provider ➡️ https://uwm211.org/agencies/ -agency

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09/23/2026

“My daughter’s confidence is off the charts… she is playing like I’ve never seen before!” - Mark B., parent of a Mind of a Champion student-athlete.

If your child plays a fall sport too, we encourage you to introduce them to our Mind of a Champion program! Built from the same foundation as the Resilient Youth Initiative, the online Mind of a Champion program is designed to help bring mental wellness and performance skills into your child's sports activities.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3KAQV0F

Through techniques used by Olympic and professional athletes (including visualization, mindfulness, goal-setting, and pre-performance routines), you’ll learn how to help your students and athletes:

💪 Build resilience that lasts beyond the field
🎯 Stay focused under pressure
🏆 Develop confidence through wins and losses
📚 Apply these same tools to academics and life

This training empowers coaches and educators to strengthen both performance and well-being, creating a culture where every student can thrive. Through United Way of Will County, with support from the ARPA grant, this program is provided at no cost to Will County athletes in grades 5–12 and their families.

09/21/2026

When you're facing a challenge, knowing where to begin isn't always easy. Thankfully, 211 is here 24/7 to help you identify your options and connect you to the right support.

📞 Call 211 or
📱 Text your zip code to 898211