United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula

03/18/2026

After a storm like this, the needs in our community become even more clear—and more urgent. The United Way plays a critical role in watching those needs, connecting resources, and responding quickly to support our neighbors.

03/17/2026

❄️ We made it through the storm… now it’s time to dig out and come back together.

As you head back into the office this week, don’t forget to LIVE UNITED.

Tomorrow is United Way Wednesday and we’re continuing our Start the Day United Way: Coffee Chat with the our Executive Director series with Episode 2: The Role of United Way ☕

After a storm like this, the needs in our community become even more clear—and more urgent. The United Way plays a critical role in watching those needs, connecting resources, and responding quickly to support our neighbors.

💙 Want to take action tomorrow?

✔️ Host a casual dress-down day and collect donations for United Way
✔️ Take up a small office collection
✔️ Organize a quick donation drive for local school pantries or shelters

Easy, high-impact items to collect:

Tuna & chicken packets

Microwavable mac & cheese or noodles

Instant oatmeal cups

Granola or protein bars

Peanut butter (small jars or cups)

Shelf-stable milk or juice boxes

Individual snack packs (crackers, fruit cups)

Every small action adds up to BIG impact—especially after moments like this.

🎥 Join me tomorrow morning, March 18th at 8:30 am, for United Way Wednesday as we talk about how we step in, step up, and help our community move forward.

03/17/2026

❄️⛄ Snow Sculpture Spectacular – Final Results Are In! ⛄❄️

What an amazing event! Thank you to everyone who participated, voted, and helped make this year’s Snow Sculpture Spectacular such a success.

We received a total of 49 votes, and here are the final results:
🥇 #8 – 24 votes
🥈 #2 – 12 votes
🥉 #3 – 10 votes
👏 #7 -1 vote
👏 #9 – 1 vote

And the winner is… 🦈 the AMAZING SHARK! Congratulations to the creators for such a fin-tastic sculpture!

As we wrap up this SNOW-stopping event, let’s give another shoutout to our People’s Choice favorite—a true reflection of the creativity across our community. Be sure to keep checking out all the incredible submissions!

👕 T-shirts are coming soon for everyone who submitted—thank you for being part of the fun!

We’re so grateful to everyone who built sculptures, shared photos, and took time to vote. This event was proudly brought to you by the Better Healthy Community – Sault group, and we loved creating this opportunity for community connection.

Interested in getting involved? The group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 9 AM at Sault Tribe Health (1st Floor Auditorium). Reach out to United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula to get connected!

Until next year… keep enjoying the outdoors! ❄️✨

03/15/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, March 16th.
Please stay home and safe through this winter storm.

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Series talking about the role of the United Way of the EUP and how to get involved.

03/10/2026

Great way to teach you teens about money in a fun, exciting way!

📢 Hey Parents & Guardians! 📢

Looking for a fun and educational way to teach your teen about money and entrepreneurship? 💰💡 The Smart Money Mission Goosechase Game is the perfect way for youth (ages 13-19 in Michigan) to learn budgeting, saving, investing and business skills—through an interactive scavenger hunt! 🎯

📱 How It Works:
✅ Teens download the Goosechase app
✅ Complete fun financial missions through April 21
✅ Earn points & climb the leaderboard
✅ Win prizes! 🎉 (A minimum of 10 winners will receive a $50 Amazon e-gift card!)

This FREE program is proudly sponsored by the Michigan Credit Union Foundation.

📝 Register today & get your teen in the game! https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/smart-money-missions

03/08/2026

🚌 Help Shape Transportation in the EUP

The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transit Efficiency and Integration Study (EUPTIES) is working to enhance the bus transit network across Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac Counties.

After months of analyzing data, the team is ready to share proposed improvements—and now they need to hear from you.

Your experience matters.
What transportation challenges have you faced?
What services does our community need most?

By sharing your perspective, you help create strategies and systems that truly work for the Eastern Upper Peninsula.

Make sure your voice is heard and help shape the future of transportation in our region. 🚍

03/07/2026

🎪📚 EUP Reads – Family Literacy Night

Step right up for EUP Reads: Family Literacy Night!

Celebrate Reading Month with a fun, circus-themed evening full of literacy activities, prizes, giveaways, and free snacks for kids and families of all ages.

🎪 Come under the big top and discover the joy of reading while connecting with our community.

📅 Monday, March 9
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 LSSU Cisler Center

Bring the whole family and join us for one of the community’s favorite annual events celebrating reading and learning. 📚✨

03/06/2026

❄️ Snow Sculpture Spectacular – Final Weekend!

The Snow Sculpture Spectacular is heading into its final weekend, and there’s still time to join the fun!

Submit photos of your sculpture by 8 AM on Monday, March 9, and community voting will continue through Friday, March 13 at noon.

Take a moment to check out the amazing creations already submitted and get inspired! There’s still time to build your own sculpture with family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers.

Don’t forget — event T-shirts are still available, so grab one and show your community spirit while enjoying the winter fun.

There’s still time to participate before the competition ends… don’t miss out! ❄️⛄

Committee Organizing: Sault Ste. Marie’s Building a Healthier Community Coalition is a group of organizations and community members who agree to act together to offer opportunities for building a healthy mind, body and spirit through physical activity, healthy food, and environmental options. We a...

02/23/2026

Tax season is here! 💼💰

The United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula is offering FREE tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for households earning under $64,000.

This program is made possible through our partnership with the Lake Superior State University Lukenda School of Business, where trained and certified business students gain real-world experience while serving our community. We couldn’t do it without them!

Appointments available through April 9th — call 906-632-3700 to schedule today.

When you support United Way, you help sustain programs like VITA that strengthen financial stability across our community. 💙 Reach out to learn about giving or starting a payroll campaign at your workplace!

Tax season is here! The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is once again available through the United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula, offering free, high-quality tax preparation services to local households earning less than $64,000 per year.

02/17/2026

This is so amazing!
Another successful Katie Robinson Memorial Showcase. 🏒

Last weekend wasn’t just about the game.

It was about remembering Katie, coming together as a community, and making a difference.

Because of you, $13,828.34 was raised for the Diane Peppler Resource Center, Inc. 💙

Thank you to every team, family, sponsor, volunteer, and fan who showed up, gave generously, and helped make this possible.

Her legacy continues - and it’s stronger than ever.