United Way of St. Charles

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the hard work, dedication, and contributions of the people who help make our community stronger every day. 🇺🇸

Thank you to all the workers who keep St. Charles Parish moving forward.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

Campaign season is underway!

St. Charles Parish Government is kicking off its 2026 United Way fundraising campaign, giving employees an opportunity to invest in programs and services that strengthen our community.

Last year, more than 56% of Parish Government employees participated in their United Way campaign. This year, they’re aiming even higher with a PHENOMENAL 80% participation goal! 🎉

We’re grateful to the leaders and employees who are choosing to make giving back part of their workplace culture.

09/03/2026

The countdown is ON! 🥁 Battle for the Paddle is officially ONE MONTH away!

Get ready for a day of friendly competition, community, and plenty of paddle-powered fun, all while supporting United Way of St. Charles.

📅 October 1, 2026
📍 Edward A. Dufresne Community Center

Ready to bring your team to the table?

💲 $175/team through Sept. 18 | $200 after
🎟️ Includes 4 entry bracelets
📞 985-331-9063
🔗 uwaysc.org/2026-battle-paddle

Mark your calendars and get ready to Battle!

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

The Ray Tyree Memorial Citizenship Award honors the legacy of a longtime United Way of St. Charles board member whose commitment to St. Charles Parish was defined by civic-mindedness, compassion, kindness, and service.

Each year, this award recognizes an individual whose volunteerism, dedication, and outstanding service have made a meaningful difference in the lives of others and helped make St. Charles Parish a better place to live, work, learn, and raise a family.

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? Nominate a friend, neighbor, coworker, or family member who exemplifies the spirit of service and embodies the qualities Ray Tyree represented.

📅 Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
📧 [email protected]
https://www.uwaysc.org/ray-tyree-memorial-citizenship-award

The 2026 recipient will be announced at United Way of St. Charles’ Battle for the Paddle on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Help us recognize someone making a lasting difference in St. Charles Parish.

08/31/2026

Stronger communities start with strong partnerships. 💙

Our Campaign Coordinators Training brought together dedicated leaders who are preparing to help make this year’s United Way of St. Charles campaign a success. From sharing ideas to building connections, we’re equipping our campaign coordinators with the tools and knowledge they need to inspire others and make an impact right here at home.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to Live United!

08/29/2026

08/27/2026

Sponsorships close TOMORROW!

There’s still time for you or your business to be part of Battle for the Paddle while helping support the work of United Way of St. Charles.

Put your business in front of the community and join us for an evening of food, fun, and friendly competition!

📅 October 1, 2026
📍 Edward A. Dufresne Community Center

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Reach out to Tamara at 985-331-9063 or [email protected]

08/26/2026

Building stronger communities starts with understanding the impact we can make together.

We were proud to connect with Valero’s newest team members as they learned more about the work of United Way of St. Charles and the meaningful partnership we share with Valero. Together, we’re helping create a stronger, more connected St. Charles Parish.

Thank you to Valero for investing in our community and supporting the work that makes a difference right here at home!

08/26/2026

Today, the world lost a true original. 🦋

Just yesterday, I was standing outside the iconic Steel Magnolias house in Natchitoches. When I opened the Metairie office, Lindy made me record a video saying "I'm a chain!" even though I didn't get the reference at the time.

Dolly Parton will be remembered for the songs she wrote, the joy she brought to generations, and a personality that was unmistakably and unabashedly her own. But perhaps her greatest legacy is her love, hope, and compassion for others.

Through her generosity and philanthropy, Dolly showed what it means to use your success to make a difference in the lives of others. Her Imagination Library put books into the hands of millions of children and helped families discover the joy of reading together.

We are incredibly proud to sponsor Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library here in St. Charles Parish. Being a small part of a program she created to give children a brighter future has always been special to us. And even a little more so today.

The love Dolly put into the world will continue reaching children and families for generations to come.

Thank you, Dolly. We will always love you. ❤️

PLEASE NOTE: Our monthly newsletter was designed and mailed before the passing of the inspiring Ms. Parton. We had also already planned several events to encourage local families to register for the Imagination Library and to celebrate “9 to 5” month.

We intend to move forward with those plans, now not only as a celebration of the Imagination Library, but also as a celebration of Dolly and the incredible legacy she leaves behind. Her family has encouraged those wishing to honor her to support the Imagination Library, and we can think of no better way to do just that.

So, what would Dolly do?

She’d keep giving, keep loving, keep celebrating, and keep putting books into the hands of children.

We will do our best to keep that legacy going.