Jean-Marie (name changed for privacy reasons) had fled his home country, seeking safety and a new start. Upon entering the United States,...

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and sharing a meal with loved ones. However, for many families in Lexington, the cost of...

The holiday season is just around the corner, and at United Way of the Bluegrass, that means it’s time for the Sweet Dreams Project! For...

Volunteering is the heart of a thriving community, and nowhere is that more evident than in the Bluegrass. At United Way of the...

At United Way of the Bluegrass, we believe in the power of partnerships to create thriving communities. One of our valued partners, the...

Patty's journey with The Hearing & Speech Center (HSC) in Lexington began when she was just an infant. Referred to the center after...

Arbor Youth Services welcomed an 18-year-old autistic young man who found himself in a challenging situation after being kicked out by...

At 70 years old, a former medical professional faced an unexpected challenge: vision loss. This individual, determined to re-enter the...

The Clark County Homeless Coalition recently witnessed a remarkable transformation in the life of a man who had been living in a vacant...

In late 2022, a transformative story began at Simon House in Frankfort, a shelter dedicated to supporting homeless adults. Among the many...

In an unexpected turn of events, a young mother found herself facing a life-altering situation after a car accident with her 4-year-old...

A 211 Navigator at United Way of the Bluegrass recently returned a call from Natasha, a dedicated Community Health Worker at the...

Chris's story showcases the importance of community support in times of crisis. After fleeing his home country, Chris was arrested upon...

After being in the United States for just 15 days, Anna visited the WayPoint Center at Centro de San Juan Diego. She was alone, without...

As Pride Month unfolds, United Way of the Bluegrass wants to highlight the importance of support systems for LGBTQ+ youth, especially...

When Ada arrived at the doorstep of The Gathering Place Mission, she was at her wit's end. She felt completely hopeless after her husband...

On Monday, May 13th, United Way of the Bluegrass unveiled the new Marksbury Family WayPoint Center at the Historic Palmer Pharmacy. This...

In the heart of our Bluegrass communities, WayPoint Centers stand as spaces of hope and support for families or individuals in need....

At just 8 years old, Ash found himself in the foster care system as a result of education and medical neglect. His journey through the...

In May 2018, Jenny's life seemed to be looking upward. She had just graduated from nursing school, landed a good job, and became a...

The Amen House has been a shining light for those facing adversity. Lenny, a 51-year-old man struggling with homelessness and Alcohol Use...

Tax season can be daunting, especially for those facing physical or mental barriers. Yet, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)...

Coming to the United States from Mexico as a child, Barbara faced numerous challenges, including a language barrier and the need to...

At the Telford Community Center YMCA, every child’s happiness and growth are at the forefront of their after-school program. Sophie...

The following reflection was written by a survivor participating in nature-based healing through the GreenHouse17 farm program. Shortly...

Andrea Miller and Lisa Gabbard operate a small mobile VITA site that targets survivors of Domestic Violence, mostly in underserved and...

The following testimonial was written by a Bluegrass Community Action Partnership staffer. Not long after their 50th wedding anniversary,...

The following testimonial was written by UWBG staffer, Angela Crow. The United Way Women United Lace up for Learning program is near and...

As March Madness tips off, we want to celebrate our own basketball champion, Molly Caldwell.

United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) is honored to announce that the Marksbury Family Foundation has committed the lead gift for the newest...

Stay on track with your holiday spending with these simple tips and our free holiday budget worksheet.

It was 6:45 p.m. when Tonya was calling the WayPoint Center in tears. The voice on the other end spoke softly in the hope of calming her...

Zack needed help, so a friend brought him to a WayPoint Center looking for a place to start. Upon arrival, the friends were offered...

A former client reached out to our West End WayPoint Center in Lexington, asking for help for a friend, Ashley. She explained to our...

A friend told Jeff to visit United Way’s West End WayPoint Center and talk to Gerri, because she would help him find a job. That friend...

"The partnership between the University of Kentucky and United Way of the Bluegrass is incredibly special because it brings together..."

Jackie was seven months pregnant and had no money to buy a crib. That’s why she went to the Black & Williams WayPoint Center. The...

Albert dreamed about starting his own business. He had the necessary entrepreneurial spirit, but he lacked a good understanding of key...

Jane fought back the tears until she could no longer. She had found a sympathetic ear – and a passionate advocate – in Gerri Botts Lilly,...

“The more people you meet at UWBG, the more you will want to get involved and the more you’ll want to do.”

Bobby didn’t know where to start. His sons, ages 1 and 3, had always lived with their mother, Bobby’s former girlfriend, but she had died...

“The staff at UWBG has it together. They show up and put 100% towards all the tasks they take on.”

"The first deed they did 100 years ago now trickles down for probably six or seven generations."

"All of the work and fundraising done by UWBG stays in our local area to help the people in our communities."

"The more you try to learn and get out and volunteer, the more you truly understand exactly what United Way is doing."

"What we have is the ability to get engaged locally, make a difference locally and in our region through United Way of the Bluegrass."

"It’s incredibly rewarding to help those in the community in need, especially children."

I’m really pleased that there is an organization like United Way of the Bluegrass here in Central Kentucky. I wish them many years...

The future is very bright. It is an exciting time for those involved with United Way of the Bluegrass to see how things play out...

As the 20th anniversary of September 11th falls upon us, United Way of the Bluegrass encourages you to reflect, spend time...