It’s time for the United Way of Davidson County’s 2nd Annual Oyster Roast. This year’s event will be on Saturday, November 9th at the Goose &The Monkey Brewhouse in Lexington beginning at 6:00 p.m.
All by United Way of Davidson County
Now More Than Ever: United Way has helped Nazareth’s substance abuse programs stay on track
Now More Than Ever: It has been a difficult two years for most everyone. There is a cost to recovery, one that is out of reach to many if not for agencies like the United Way of Davidson County. The average weekly cost for substance abuse treatment with Nazareth can range from $533 for intensive outpatient treatment to $265 for individual treatment and $165 for group sessions.
United Way Helps Torch Club Kids Make an Impact
Through the financial support of the United Way of Davidson County, a group of kids at the Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club are making a real impact on the healthcare and well-being of others in their community.
Now More Than Ever: The ARC of Davidson County provides inclusive opportunities
The Arc of Davidson County, Inc. is committed to securing for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work and play.
Now More Than Ever: The Pastor's Pantry feeds seniors in need
The fastest-growing age group in our population needs our help, and we’re failing them miserably. The statistics are real, one in every six seniors in America faces the threat of hunger. Since its founding in 1974, the Pastor’s Pantry has played a major role in the community
Now More Than Ever: Red Cross shares one family's home fire story
The American Red Cross of Davidson County shares one family’s home fire story. The day began as a normal Saturday for the Banks. The family was doing housework and organizing just days before Christmas 2020. #nowmorethanever #unitedway
Now More Than Ever: Special Olympics powers up for change
Special Olympics Davidson County (SODC) has been serving individuals with intellectual disabilities in Davidson County for over 40 years.
Now More Than Ever: Todd & Jodi Hunt make this a better place
To many that drive down Business 85, passing Jerry Hunt Supercenter, most likely do not know that they are a very community-minded organization.
Now More Than Ever: Local companies dig deep for United Way campaign
United Way of Davidson County is wrapping up their Annual Workplace Giving Campaign.
Now More Than Ever: YMCA puts Christian principles into practice through programs
In 2020, funding from the United Way and other donors allowed us to pivot, almost overnight, to provide childcare to emergency workers. Our families were so grateful to know that the Y was going to fill the gap in childcare so that they could continue to work on the frontlines. The Y continued to fill the gap as we transitioned from Emergency Childcare to E-Learning.
Now More Than Ever: Take a bag lunch Giving Tuesday and support United Way
Now More Than Ever: The pandemic has had lasting effects on many in our community and especially the organizations that serve to take care of our neighbors. It has certainly been interesting times and the needs are even greater for those from children to the elderly that depend on the services provided by our 25 Partner Agencies. #givingtuesday
Now More Than Ever: Project Potential provides guidance, coaching, and scholarships
Project Potential was founded in 1994 by local businessman Tim Timberlake and former Lexington City Schools superintendent, Jim Simeon. Their purpose for starting this program was to encourage more students in the Lexington City School System to enroll in a college or university after graduating from high school.
Now More Than Ever: Meals on Wheels of Lexington is powered by volunteers
Meals on Wheels of Lexington is powered by volunteers.
Now More Than Ever: Hospice helps families live out meaningful moments
Hospice is about hope, meaningful moments, memory making, and LIVING. Now More Than Ever is a series featuring agencies of United Way of Davidson County.
Now More Than Ever: The Workshop of Davidson provides opportunities for personal growth and self-sufficiency
The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. provides opportunities for personal growth and self-sufficiency through vocational and life skills training. Having been in operation since 1964, the past 57 years have shown much evolution in services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Now More Than Ever is a weekly Agency Spotlight sponsored by United Way of Davidson County.
Now More Than Ever: Thanksgiving Early Bird 5K celebrates 10 years
The United Way Early Bird 5k is going Virtual this year for a number of reasons, but mostly because they want to provide a safe event and keep y'all healthy so you can join us in person in 2022 and have a great Thanksgiving!
Now More Than Ever: United Way needs your support
United Way is in the middle of our Workplace Giving Campaign! NOW MORE THEN EVER They need your help spreading the word!
Now More Than Ever: Pause in October and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
According to Family Services of Davidson County, “October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will again remember those whose lives were cut short because of domestic violence. Since 1995 Davidson County has lost 24 individuals due to fatal domestic violence occurrences.”
Now More Than Ever: Cancer Services offers emotional, physical and financial support
Cancer Services of Davidson County is a United Way of Davidson County partner agency that offers emotional, physical, and financial support to cancer patients throughout Davidson County. Their vision is to give cancer patients hope for life, and they help people like Alicia Ayers every day.
Now More Than Ever: The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA is all about teamwork
The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA’s mission statement is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Now More Than Ever is sponsored by the Davidson County United Way.