United Way of Champaign County

06/23/2026

Launch your nonprofit leadership journey!

The series launches with Introduction to Nonprofit Management, a dynamic 3-hour course at Parkland College. This session offers a comprehensive view of the leadership skills needed in today’s nonprofit environment and serves as a preview of the full series experience.

Register here: parkland.edu/nonprofitleaders

06/22/2026

Look at these all-stars behind United Way of Illinois!

Last week, the United Way of Decatur & Mid-Illinois team had the honor of joining our United Way colleagues from across the state at the United Way of Illinois Annual Meeting. 💙

It was an inspiring opportunity to connect, share ideas, celebrate successes, and learn from organizations that are making a difference in communities all across Illinois. Together, we're building stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities—and we're proud to be part of a statewide network committed to creating lasting change.

Thank you to United Way of Illinois for bringing us together and reminding us that when we work together, our impact goes even further!

06/22/2026

Over the weekend, our wonderful Board Directors and trades volunteers tackled a long list of projects and spruced up our office.

They went above and beyond and we are really enjoying the results of their hard work today!

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth and remain committed to building a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

06/18/2026

Looking for a fun, free activity for your family this summer? Visit our Born Learning Trails across Champaign County and turn a simple walk into an exciting learning adventure!

This family-friendly outdoor trail features colorful, interactive signs in English and Spanish that encourage children and families to learn through play. Along the way, families can enjoy simple activities that build language, literacy, and social-emotional skills while staying active outdoors.

Learn more and find a Born Learning Trail near you: readtalkplay.org/week-8

06/17/2026

The storm can’t keep us away! United Way of Illinois is together in Springfield for our Annual Meeting to discuss state-wide needs and our areas of focus for the coming year.

06/16/2026

Thank you to our community’s nonprofit leaders and Executive Directors for helping provide their insights on our strategic plan!

We deeply value our monthly meetings and any chance to be in a room with such innovative and compassionate leaders.

06/13/2026

9 Weeks Until Kindergarten! Practice writing full names and using capital and lowercase letters with your kiddo.

For more summer tips to prepare your child for school this fall, check out the Read Talk Play website: readtalkplay.org/week-9

06/12/2026

Congratulations to the 54 graduates from our Emerging Community Leaders program!

We had an outstanding group of young professionals committed to leadership development and giving back to their community.

Over the past several months, participants completed five leadership seminars, partnered with local nonprofit organizations, and collectively volunteered more than 830 hours in service to the community.

Thank you to the partner agencies that supported this year's program, the experts who led seminars, Heartland Coca-Cola, and to our hardworking graduates. We look forward to seeing their leadership continue to make a difference in the years ahead!

06/11/2026

Thanks to Travis and the WCIA team for their help delivering all the diapers collected yesterday! It took two trips in their big van!