Renasant’s Kory Hunter Chosen as 2020 Campaign Chair
Kory Hunter is continuing a legacy of philanthropy and community service that was taught to her from an early age. “My parents and grandparents were always such an example that you should always help those around you. They were active...
United We Change the Conversation About Mental Health
In times of crisis, like the one we face now, it’s especially important to support mental health. Studies show that one in five adults experience mental illness, yet less than half receive the support they need. Many individuals do...
Quick and Easy Ways to Stay Active
Keep active while you keep your distance. Staying active and keeping a healthy lifestyle right now doesn’t need to be difficult. It all starts by shaking up your routine. Start small by changing one habit in your daily routine....
Where Hungry Families in Northeast Mississippi Can Get Support
United Way of Northeast Mississippi makes it easier every day for families to get healthy food on a budget, where they live and when they need it. United Way works with community partners and volunteers to ensure families are...
How You Can Help Local Families
Three ideas for giving back For some families in Northeast Mississippi, the recent COVID-19 outbreak has made it even harder to take care of basic needs. Many families lived paycheck to paycheck before this crisis and hovered just above...
8 Ways Your Workplace Can Combat Food Insecurity
Help local families by volunteering – at home or in-person In this time of crisis, many people in your workplace may be looking for ways to give back. We appreciate that our region is full of hand-raisers and do-gooders....
15 Games to Play at Home with Kids, Ages 3-5
Keep young kids engaged while they are at home. United Way of Northeast Mississippi invests in quality early childhood education programs in our community, through the Early Childhood Coalition and our funded partners. We provide tools and resources that...
COVID-19 Assistance
United Way of Northeast Mississippi and the CREATE Foundation established the COVID-19 Support Fund to assist families and individuals affected financially by COVID-19 in our region. The funds have been granted to The Salvation Army to provide direct assistance...
Coronavirus: What We Are Doing
Donate or Apply for Assistance Click here to read a message from our president, Melinda Tidwell. Jump to: Economic Assistance Feeding Programs Nonprofit Agency Closures & Changes Educational Resources As an organization dedicated to the well-being of our community,...
United Way of Northeast Mississippi awards over $1.6 million to local nonprofits
NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI – United Way of Northeast Mississippi (United Way) has reaffirmed its commitment to increasing Academic Success, Health & Wellness and Family Stability within the region. At their March meeting, the United Way board of directors approved just...
Archived Feeding Sites
Archive of child feeding sites that are no longer active The Guntown Middle School food pantry will be open Wednesday, March 18 from 3:00 to 6:00. Sycamore Church (1212 Nelle Street) will provide free sack lunches Wednesday, March 18 from 11:00 to...
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our partner BancorpSouth is unable to offer in-person VITA services this year. Please refer to the following information for an alternative, online option to complete your tax filing for free. The included webinars...