UWM Programs Brochure

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Rooted in care for each other and purpose for our community.

Team United brings our mission to life every day. Each program and investment reflects your dedication, expertise and commitment to meeting the needs of our community. Together, we’re creating lasting impact - by showing up, leaning in and making a difference every day.

Data in this brochure reflects a mix of 2023–2024 and early 2024–2025 figures.

As we approach the end of the fiscal year, not all data is finalized, and some details for the upcoming year are still being determined.

211 Helpline

Get Connected. Get Help.™

From 2023-2024, the 211 Helpline responded to more than 275,000 contacts, connecting people to essential resources including housing, food, healthcare and mental health support. Available 24/7, 365 days a year, trained specialists provide confidential guidance, ensuring people get the help they need—when they need it.

From crisis assistance to disaster response, 211 is part of our community’s critical infrastructure of support.

AGING AND DISABILITIES RESOURCE CENTER

211 is a State of Nebraska Aging and Disabilities Resource Center (ADRC). This effort is coordinated by Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services’ State Unit on Aging, through local Area Agencies on Aging, and in partnership with the disability organizations listed on the ADRC webpage.

COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE

Through our partnership with the Combined Health Agencies Drive (CHAD), local health charities receive funding to conduct innovative research, provide critical client services and offer education and prevention programs that focus on improving the health and quality of life of those living in Nebraska.

COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND

COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND

The Community Impact Fund is UWM’s historical model for investing—with $6.4 million supporting essential community programs from 2024-2025. Driven by the recommendations of area volunteers, this fund ensures that investments are aligned with local needs and priorities to create meaningful change.

COURT REFERRAL COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM + OFFENDER WORK PROGRAM

In collaboration with Douglas County and the court system, UWM’s Court Referral and Offender Work Programs help approximately 400 justiceinvolved adults annually complete more than 2,500 community service hours, saving Douglas County $450,000 each year. We connect participants to agencies, verify hours and report completion to probation officers and the courts.

EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM

When funds from FEMA are available, UWM partners with United Way Worldwide and a local board of community leaders to distribute Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) funds, directing these federal resources to metro-area nonprofits based on local needs. Through State Set Aside (SSA) funding, UWM also helps allocate support to nine state regions based on community indicators.

GOODFELLOWS

Through seasonal fundraising in partnership with the Omaha World-Herald, UWM raised more than $600,000 for our community in 2024-2025. Our 211 Helpline and trusted community partners provide vital services like housing, food and utility support through Goodfellows to individuals and families who need a helping hand.

GREENER TOGETHER

OPPD has entrusted UWM to administer its Greener Together investment process — focused on community resilience projects including renewable energy, environmental sustainability or community betterment/education.

JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES

JAG Nebraska is a for-credit elective equipping middle and high school students with life skills, career development and leadership training to succeed. Since 2019, JAG has grown from three schools to 80 programs in 2024-2025, now reaching more than 4,000 students with a graduation rate over 90% each year.. Career Specialists provide hands-on instruction, trauma-informed care and real-world skill development.

KARNETT TRUST

The Karnett Trust supports nonprofits providing care, education and training for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Established by Ellen C. Karnett in honor of her son Richard, the fund extends her legacy to benefit children across the metro area with the next cycle of investments distributed 2025-2027.

KARNETT TRUST

MILITARY AND FAMILY HELPLINE

The first of its kind in the country, the Military and Family Helpline embeds a navigator on base to support veterans, service members and their families. Powered by UWM’s 211 Helpline in partnership with Offutt Air Force Base and the Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs, this 24/7 service connects the military population to resources on base and in the community including housing, mental health support, financial assistance and more.

OMAHA FEDERATION OF LABOR + BLUE COLLAR BOXING

United Way of the Midlands and the Omaha Federation of Labor (AFL-CIO) continue their longstanding partnership to build a stronger, more vibrant community. Together, we host Blue Collar Boxing, an annual event supporting the Nebraska Center for Workforce Development and Education (NCWDE) and United Way of the Midlands’ Community Impact Fund.

NCWDE helps grow Nebraska’s workforce by connecting young people to careers in the trades and equipping them with essential skills.

SAVE OUR SENIORS “SUPPORT FOR OUR ELDERS”

SAVE OUR SENIORS

The Nebraska Save Our Seniors program through 211 empowers Nebraskans aged 60+ statewide in overcoming hardships caused by abuse, neglect and/or financial exploitation. The program offers strengths-based, traumainformed, person-centered services and referrals using a statewide circle of support that allows seniors to remain independent.

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SCOUTING FOR FOOD AND STAMP OUT HUNGER

As part of our commitment to supporting food security, United Way of the Midlands partners with the National Association of Letter Carriers and Scouting America each spring. Scouting for Food and Stamp Out Hunger are separate efforts, but both bring the community together through UWM to collect and distribute food, ensuring local pantries can serve those in need.

UNITE NEBRASKA

Unite Nebraska is a coordinated care network of health and social service providers. Partners in the network are connected through Unite Us’ shared technology platform, which enables them to send and receive electronic referrals, address people’s social needs and improve health across communities.

UNITED HOUSING NETWORK

Women United and the Siemer Institute support the United Housing Network, a collaborative effort focused on preventing family homelessness by ensuring housing instability is rare, brief and non-recurring. By connecting families to tailored solutions, the network helps them stay housed, stay stable and stay on track.

WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

UWM brought the Weatherization Assistance Program back to Douglas County in collaboration with OPPD and the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy. This no-cost program helps low-income households reduce energy costs by about 20-30% while improving health and safety, with UWM’s 211 Helpline handling intake. Additionally, we leverage 211 and our community-wide perspective to connect families to other resources to ensure safety in the home.

COMMONLY USED ACRONYMS Bombarded with acronyms at UWM? Still sorting out MFH from MHFA? This guide hits the highlights, but there’s plenty more.

When in doubt, ask!

ADRC AIRS AMI ARPA BB BCB BIPOC CA CDC CG/O CHAD CI CIF CM CoC CRCSP CTE DE DHHS EA ECRF EFSP EL FEMA FPL FTE GCL GMS GOTG GTP HMIS HSAC JAG LDC

Aging and Disability Resource Center (211) Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (211) Area Median Income American Rescue Plan Act Bridgebuilder Blue Collar Boxing Black Indigenous People of Color Community Ambassador Career Development Conference (JAG) Corporate Gift/Only Combined Health Agencies Drive Community Impact Community Impact Fund Campaign Manager Continuum of Care Court Referral Community Service Program Certificate and Technical Education Donor Engagement Department of Health and Human Services Executive Assistant Electronic Contribution Report Form Emergency Food and Shelter Program Emerging Leaders Federal Emergency Management Agency Federal Poverty Line Full-Time Employees Global Corporate Leader Grant Management System Good on the Go Greener Together Program Homeless Management Information System Human Services Advisory Council Jobs for America’s Graduates Leadership Development Conference (JAG)

LOI LTRG LUSC MFH MHFA MOU NCWDE NDE NDOL NEVOAD NITRF Non-GCL OFL OWP QCT RBA RFP SB SOS SPoC SSA TANF TOCQ TU TWIA UHN UW UWM UWW VOAD VOCA VU WAP WU

Letter of Intent Long Term Recovery Group Lift Up Sarpy Collaborative Military Family Helpline Mental Health First Aid Memorandum of Understanding Nebraska Center for Workforce Development & Education Nebraska Department of Education Nebraska Department of Labor Nebraska Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster Nebraska & Iowa Tornado Relief Fund Non-Global Corporate Leader Omaha Federation of Labor Offender Work Program Qualified Census Tract Results Based Accountability Request for Proposal Shine Bright Save Our Seniors (211) Senior Point of Contact State Set Aside Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Tocqueville Society Member Team United Tocqueville Women’s Initiative United Housing Network United Way United Way of the Midlands United Way Worldwide Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster Victims of Crime Act Volunteers United Weather Assistance Program Women United

UPCOMING EVENTS Shine Bright August 5 - 8, 2025 Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Blue Collar Boxing Fundraising Event Friday, December 12, 2025 7 p.m.

Baxter Arena 2425 S 67th St | Omaha, NE

UWM 2025 Campaign Kickoff Thursday, August 28, 2025 7:30 – 9 a.m.

Scott Conference Center 6450 Pine Street | Omaha, NE 68106

Holiday Helpers November 1 - December 31, 2025 MLK Day Volunteer Project followed by lunch Monday, January 19, 2026 10 a.m.

The Venue at Highlander 2120 North 30th Street | Omaha, Nebraska

Day of Caring Friday, September 12, 2025 UWM 2025 Annual Meeting Monday, October 27, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Grand Ballroom | CHI Health Center 455 North 10 Street | Omaha, Nebraska

Volunteer Appreciation Awards Luncheon Thursday, April 9, 2026 Founders One Nine National Volunteer Week April 13 - 17, 2026

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