Uplift Knox County

10/15/2026

Are you interested in being a part of the planning process for the 6th Annual Vincennes Historical Half Marathon? 👋👟🏃‍♂️

Join us this upcoming Tuesday at Procopio's Pizza & Pasta for our Uplift Knox County Member Meeting where we will be presenting our Quarterly Grant award (which is funded by race proceeds!!) and kickoff race planning!

Whether you’re passionate about running, love bringing people together, or simply want to get more involved in our community, we’d love to have you join us! It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, share your talents, and help make a positive impact right here in Knox County. 💙

Have questions? Send us a message! We’d love to connect with you! 🙌

10/10/2026

Congratulations, Alex! Thank you for supporting United Way of Knox County Vincennes! And thank you to our special guest for picking our winner, and all of the generous local businesses who donated items for our prize basket!

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Chili Cook-off today to support United Way of Knox County Vincennes and voted for us! We’re so grateful to be a part of community with so many like-minded groups who love to give back in big ways 🧡

10/10/2026

What’s better than one win? TWO WINS!! This loyal Hoosier says each vote for Uplift = 1 touchdown for for IU! Help us get those wins for Uplift Knox County & a Hoosier football victory! 🏈 🔴🤍

10/10/2026

It’s not everyday you have Miss Knox County stop by your table! It’s the chili of queens! Come get yours before it’s too late! United Way of Knox County Vincennes

10/10/2026

Don’t just take our word for it! Our chili is bringing the heat! 🌶️

Be sure to stop by our booth at the United Way of Knox County Vincennes Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-Off! We’re right by the dunk tank and radio station!

10/08/2026

We are so proud of this project! 🏀🩵

🏀 New basketball courts are open at Lester Square Park!

The new courts were celebrated with a community block party featuring basketball, food, fitness activities, skate competitions and more.

The project was made possible through community fundraising and support, with additional improvements to the park being considered.

Take a look at the celebration on this segment of First City Focus! Now on the WVUT YouTube channel.

10/08/2026

The United Way Chili Cook-off is only a few short days away & it’s not too late to cast your votes! 🌶️ And don’t forget! For every $5 vote/donation you make, you’ll be entered to win our prize basket full of great local items!

Here’s how you can vote!
1️⃣🗳️ Option 1: Text to Vote! Text "CHILI264" to 71777
2️⃣🗳️ Option 2: Click to Vote! Click the link below to donate https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/CHILI26/team/UpliftKnoxCounty

And here’s what’s in the prize basket you can win:
✅ $10 gift card to Pea-Fections
✅ $30 gift card to the All American Car Wash
✅ $10 gift card to I'mpressed Coffee Company
✅ Hand painted Cards from local artist Sarah Wolfe
✅ $40 gift card to Byron Bobe’s Pizza House
✅ $40 off your registration for the Vincennes Historical Half Marathon
✅ Shop Local tote from Pearl and Chrome
✅ Coffee coozie & $25 gift card from She Shed Boutique

Thank you to our generous donors, and we’ll see you on Saturday afternoon!

10/07/2026

🏀 New basketball courts are open at Lester Square Park!

The new courts were celebrated with a community block party featuring basketball, food, fitness activities, skate competitions and more.

The project was made possible through community fundraising and support, with additional improvements to the park being considered.

Take a look at the celebration on this segment of First City Focus! Now on the WVUT YouTube channel.