Community non-profits receive funding through United Way

The United Way of Taylor County’s annual meeting was held on March 18 at Marilyn’s, where the board of directors presented an update on the past year’s work. The partnering non-profits were given an opportunity to showcase the excellent work they’re doing in the community, and the United Way dispersed its annual funds: Angela Hupf was awarded the 2023 Volunteer of the Year award. She has served 10 years on the United Way of Taylor County board, 8 of the years she was the president. “Angie’s passion and commitment to United Way of Taylor County is beyond inspirational. We are so lucky to have her,” says Executive Director Monica Halopka.

Starting March 18, 2024 Angela Hupf has reached her full tenure of president. The 2024-2025 Executive Board will be represented by: Mallori Strama - President, Chris Piotrowski - Vice President, Abra Richter - Secretary, and Rhonda Kelley - Treasurer.

This year, 15 organizations, including Black River Industries, Childcaring, Hope Hospice & Palliative Care, Huey’s Hideaway Children’s Museum, Jean M. Thomsen Memorial Library, Restorative Justice Programs of Taylor County, Rib Lake Public Library, The Salvation Army, Boy Scouts of America – Samoset Council, Boy Scouts of America – Chippewa Valley, Sandbox Childcare, Stepping Stones, Taylor County Commission on Aging, Taylor County Supportive Housing, and the Western Taylor County Public Library, received funding.

Thanks to the United Way funds, seniors will receive assistance to maintain their independence in their homes, while those in need will receive basic necessities and shelter. The funds will provide comfort and care to those with terminal illnesses, offer drug and alcohol education and resources, provide quality childcare services and youth development, and deliver literacy tools through area agencies.

If you wish to support the ongoing efforts of this program or other programs supported by the United Way of Taylor County, please visit www.uwtaylor.org and click on the DONATE button to make a one-time or recurring monetary donation.