News - United Way of Northeast Michigan

2024 Walk Against Homelessness and Hunger

Join us for the 2024 Walk Against Homelessness and Hunger on Saturday, November 2nd! This inspiring event kicks off with registration at 9:30 AM at the Salvation Army Church in Alpena. Bring your family, including children and pets, as we walk together from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM to raise awareness and funds for local programs dedicated to assisting those in need. Your participation can make a real difference in our community! Have questions? Reach out to Randy at (989) 657-9313. Together, we can take a step towards ending homelessness and hunger!

October 17, 2024

Joe Gentry with the Dork Brothers Racing team at the 2024 5K event in Alpena.

Celebrating Community and Generosity: Dork Brothers 5K Raises $3000 for Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Reflecting on a fantastic day of community and camaraderie, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the Dork Brothers 5K 2024. Your enthusiasm helped raise $3,000 for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, enriching lives and empowering our future generations. Read more about the day’s highlights and our collective impact!

July 8, 2024

UNITED WAY OF NORTHEAST MICHIGAN TO HOLD 69TH ANNUAL MEETING

The 69th Annual Meeting of the United Way of Northeast Michigan will be held Tuesday, June 18th at 4 pm at the APlex, 701 Woodward,

June 13, 2024

Rich Castle from Consumers Energy presenting a $4,000 check to Joe Gentry of United Way of Northeast Michigan.

United Way of Northeast Michigan Receives Consumers Energy Foundation Grant

United Way of Northeast Michigan Receives Consumers Energy Foundation Grant United Way of Northeast Michigan received a $4,000 grant to support meeting basic human needs

May 7, 2024

Illustrated hands exchanging a life raft, symbolizing rental assistance support.

Rental Assistance Finder Tool

Friends – We are excited to share the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) “Rental Assistance Finder” tool that members of your community can use to learn about

April 1, 2024

EFSP volunteer handing food box to individual in need in Alpena County.

Alpena, Alcona & Montgomery Awarded Funds Under the EFSP Program Phase 39

Alpena, Alcona, and Montgomery counties have been recognized with essential funding under Phase 39 and Phase ARPAR of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), reflecting a national commitment of $530 million to support emergency aid. Alpena County alone has been awarded $10,794 and $33,363, respectively, earmarked to enhance local emergency food, shelter, and utility support initiatives. This funding represents a vital lifeline for the community, empowering local agencies to extend their reach and impact in providing critical assistance to residents in need.

April 1, 2024