by LaToria | Apr 17, 2020 | Company Spotlight, In The News, Media Releases, News Releases
Congratulations to Malcolm Smoak, 2020 Clyde E. Fant Memorial Award Recipient Mr. Smoak was named for his long history of service to the community and encouraging his team to give back as well. Please read his bio below: Malcolm Smoak is President and Chief Operating...
by LaToria | Apr 16, 2020 | In The News, Media Releases, News Releases
(Shreveport, LA) – United Way of Northwest Louisiana hosted a Virtual Spirit Week to replace their Annual Celebration of Impact, originally scheduled for April 16, 2020. Celebration of Impact typically highlights the philanthropic involvement of local companies and...
by LaToria | Apr 14, 2020 | In The News, Media Releases, News Releases, Volunteers
The 2019-2020 Outstanding Ambassador is Brooke Farmer, Haynes International. We asked Brooke to share why she supports United Way of Northwest Louisiana. She replied… “I have been extremely fortunate in my life where I have never been in a position that...
by LaToria | Mar 31, 2020 | In The News, Media Releases, News Releases
(Shreveport, LA) – On March 12, Louisiana’s 211 network began answering calls about COVID-19. As of March 30, Louisiana 211 has received approximately 30,000 calls for help and as many messages from individuals texting for information. This surge in...
by LaToria | Mar 20, 2020 | In The News, News Releases
(Shreveport, LA) – Prompted by the COVID-19 crisis, United Way of Northwest Louisiana has activated the United for NWLA Fund, an emergency response fund used in times of crisis. United Way has allocated $10,000 to start this fund and address both the short and...
by LaToria | Mar 13, 2020 | In The News, Media Releases, News Releases
(Shreveport, LA) – Louisiana’s statewide 211 network is now answering calls about COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. This network is best designed and staffed to handle the large volume of calls from Louisiana residents who are concerned and who have questions...
