52% of People in NWLA are Struggling to Make Ends Meet
Free tax prep programs served more than 6,200 people in 2018
49% of Kindergarteners
in NWLA are underprepared
Imagination Library is
now available in four
new NWLA parishes
More than 6,000 hours were volunteered in 2018 through United Way
NWLA residents are saving an average of $48 on prescription medications through FamilyWize
UPCOMING EVENTS
UW Board of Directors Meeting
March 27, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Celebration of Impact
March 28, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
VITA Super Saturday – Shreveport
April 6, 2019 9:00 am - 1:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
April 24, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Day of Caring Minden
May 4, 2019
Day of Caring SBC
May 10, 2019 8:00 am - 3:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
May 22, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
June 26, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
August 28, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
September 25, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
October 23, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmUW Board of Directors Meeting
November 20, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Mission
United Way of Northwest Louisiana fights for the health, education, financial stability, and essential needs of every person in our community.
THE LATEST
Free Tax Filing Sites to Open Through End of Tax Season
by United Way NWLA | February 15, 2019 | Media Releases, News Releases | 0 Comments
Shreveport, LA – An average 52 percent of households across northwest Louisiana are struggling to make ends meet. In response, United Way NWLA in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service promotes the annual free tax preparation options available to the public...UNITED WAY ESTABLISHES FUND TO BENEFIT WORKERS IMPACTED BY SHUTDOWN
by United Way NWLA | January 24, 2019 | News Releases | 0 Comments
Shreveport, LA – United Way of Northwest Louisiana (UWNWLA) in partnership with SWEPCO announced today that it has established base funding for the United for NWLA Fund to benefit local federal workers, contractors and others who may be impacted by the ongoing...UPDATED ALICE REPORT DETAILS LARGER ALICE POPULATION THAN BEFORE
by United Way NWLA | January 10, 2019 | News Releases | 0 Comments
Shreveport, Louisiana – New research shows that in Louisiana, 828,255 households — 48 percent — could not afford basic needs such as housing, child care, food, transportation, health care, and technology in 2016, according to the ALICE Report for Louisiana released...UNITED WAY NWLA CELEBRATES FIRST YEAR OF 2-1-1
by United Way NWLA | December 18, 2018 | Media Releases, News Releases | 0 Comments
(Shreveport, LA) – United Way of Northwest Louisiana celebrates the first year of managing the free help line 2-1-1. The service quietly launched Nov. 15, 2017 before making its public debut in February of 2018. During its first year, 2-1-1 received more than 9,000...Over 3.5 Million People Improved Their Health in 2017 With United Way
by United Way NWLA | November 19, 2018 | Media Releases, News Releases | 2 Comments
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2018 – More than 3.5 million individuals and families are living healthier lives thanks to programs implemented around the world by United Way. These outcomes are highlighted in United Way’s Global Results Snapshot, and illustrate how United...Three Ways to Start Saving Money Now
by United Way NWLA | February 28, 2019 | In The News | 0 Comments
LAURA SCHERLER, FEBRUARY 27 2019 Federal employees and contractors have returned to work, but the reality of two missed paychecks is a harsh one. We know this because in the past two months, 2-1-1, the nation’s most comprehensive resource for human services, has...2018 in Review, Celebration of Impact in March
by United Way NWLA | February 21, 2019 | In The News | 0 Comments
United Way of Northwest Louisiana, along with several area businesses and nonprofit organizations, will celebrate their annual workplace campaign and recognize community leaders. The evening affair will be held Thursday, March 28 at 601 Spring St at 6pm. During the...2-1-1: Helping Communities and People Thrive
by United Way NWLA | February 11, 2019 | In The News | 0 Comments
RACHEL KRAUSMAN, FEBRUARY 10 2019 Caterina* lost her job in September. The 32-year-old single mom faced eviction, and her utilities were about to be shut off. She reached out to a local agency for emergency help but didn’t qualify with no proof of future income....United Way NWLA Hosts Literacy Kit Project with Shreve Memorial Library
by United Way NWLA | October 12, 2018 | In The News | 0 Comments
United Way of Northwest Louisiana and Shreve Memorial Library have teamed up to fight for education. During Shreve Memorial Library’s annual Staff Development Day, United Way NWLA hosted a team building project Monday at the Bossier Civic Center. Nearly 225 employees...United Against Food Deserts Volunteer Impact Report
by United Way NWLA | August 31, 2018 | In The News | 0 Comments
Between June 5 and July 7, nine United Ways including Northwest Louisiana held United Against Food Deserts volunteer events in partnership with Kellogg’s to help combat the growing issue of food insecurity. During these events, 366 Kellogg and community volunteers...Spotlight: The Times
by United Way NWLA | January 23, 2018 | Company Spotlight | 0 Comments
Each year there’s a company that strives to go above and beyond to fight for the causes that United Way stands for. This year, one of those companies was The Shreveport Times. The Shreveport Times has been a supporter of United Way for decades, but it wasn’t until...Company Spotlight: VOA
by United Way NWLA | January 9, 2018 | Company Spotlight | 0 Comments
Many people ask, “Why do non-profits give to United Way?” The answer is in our name. The non-profits who give to United Way know that when our communities are united we can build a brighter future. Volunteers of America is one of those shining non-profits that not...Spotlight: Comcast
by United Way NWLA | September 29, 2017 | Company Spotlight | 0 Comments
Comcast has supported United Way of Northwest Louisiana for decades now. When it comes to running their workplace campaign, Comcast chooses it to be a fun environment year after year. Each campaign season, a coordinating team develops a theme, plans events and engages...Spotlight: AEP SWEPCO
by United Way NWLA | September 29, 2017 | Company Spotlight | 2 Comments
AEP SWEPCO has been a longtime supporter of United Way. AEP SWEPCO has brought the United Way spirit into five parishes and 10 of their locations across northwest Louisiana. With more than 900 employees to engage, they have managed to ensure that everyone has the...SPOTLIGHT: HMV Continues Legacy
by United Way NWLA | September 29, 2017 | Company Spotlight | 0 Comments
Heard, McElroy & Vestal has always been a strong supporter of United Way of Northwest Louisiana and answers the call to help people in our community. Berton Heard, founding partner of HMV, began the tradition of supporting the United Way many years ago and he...