United Way of Adams County
QUINCY — United Way of Adams County celebrated its biggest Day of Caring to date on Friday, June 6, with local businesses and service organizations coming together to complete 23 community service projects across Adams County. This remarkable day of volunteerism was powered by 18 local businesses and two service organizations, representing a record level…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy recently announced this year’s finalist for the Joe Bonansinga Community Service Award, annually given to a person who exemplifies the highest standards of community service. This year’s finalists are Jack Freiburg, Rev. Orville Jones and Jim Mentesti. The winner will be announced…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County raised more than $20,000 in the inaugural United We Feud event hosted on April 12 at The Washington Theater in Quincy. Led by host, Rich Marcolla, the evening brought local families and community members together for a lively trivia night, centered around the power of community impact. The…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Board will use a municipal advisory firm to help sell $9 million in bonds to fund replacing the roof and the heating and air conditioning system in the courthouse. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Board unanimously selected Kings Financial Consulting of Monticello to handle the bond sale within 60 days. The…
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QUINCY — The Joe Bonansinga “Mr. Quincy” Community Service Award, named after its first recipient in 1998, is presented annually by United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy to honor those who exemplify the highest standards of community service. Traditionally awarded to an individual, this year the recognition has expanded to…
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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Behavioral Health Team is partnering with Quincy Public Schools to offer details on specific mental health resources available in the community. This collaborative effort will increase awareness of vital information to help educational staff connect students with support services. The Community Building Council Behavioral…
Read Full Article QUINCY – The United Way of Adams County celebrated 87 years of serving the Adams County community and the completion of the 2024 annual campaign at its annual meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at Town & Country Inn and Suites. The Live United Award was presented to Joanne Hibbeler, who serves as the Good News…
Read Full Article QUINCY — United Way of Adams County will be the host of the upcoming Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) event on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided by Horizons Soup Kitchen. MARC events are designed to simplify access to…
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QUINCY — New data published earlier this week shows nearly 40 percent of households in Adams County are struggling to afford housing, childcare, food, transportation and healthcare costs. It’s one of the key findings in the 2024 Community Needs Assessment, a comprehensive analysis of the well-being of Adams County residents published every three years since…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County recently announced the appointment of Adams County native Makayla Buckley as its director of programs and services. Buckley has spent the past several years working in social media and marketing, gaining experience in communications, outreach and engagement. Her professional journey includes work with the Susan G. Komen Foundation…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties are being awarded American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 funds through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). EFSP funds are used to supplement local programs providing rent/mortgage, utility, food assistance and emergency shelter. In west central Illinois, United…
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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County will launch Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Adams County with a special event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Quincy Public Library. The library tries to inspire a love of reading in children up to age 5 with free books. Children enrolled…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County (UWAC) will officially begin the 2024 “Leading The Way”Campaign on Thursday, Aug. 8, at ONE Special Event Venue located at 600 Hampshire in Quincy. The Kick-Off will unite UWAC partners, board members, sponsors, donors and volunteers to unveil ambitious plans for the upcoming campaign, all centered…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County’s biannual Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) event is set for Wednesday, July 24, at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Doors will open at 9 a.m., and the event will wrap up at 3 p.m. Lunch will be provided. This event aims to bring together various resources available…
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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Poverty team will host a case management summit from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 26 at the Quincy Senior Center. The summit aims to bolster awareness and collaboration in case management within Adams County. Highlights of the day include Ryan Jude…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County is partnering with the United States Postal Service for the annual Stamp Out Hunger campaign, the largest food drive in the nation, on Saturday, May 11. Every year since 1993 on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across the country have embarked on their routes, collecting donations…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Poverty Team has established a new resource to coincide with Financial Literacy Month. The website serves as a centralized hub for access to financial literacy classes, guidance and other essential local resources. National Financial Literacy Month is celebrated in April and is a…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County recently announced that Quincy native Kate Kimber has been named director of development and communications. Kimber has been working in St. Louis, Mo., for the past five years. In a press release, Kimber said, “I have had the privilege of working with individuals from all walks of life,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Joe Bonansinga “Mr. Quincy” Community Service Award, named after its first recipient in 1998, is presented annually by United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy to an individual who exemplifies the highest standards of community service. The award will be presented at the Rotary Club meeting on Tuesday,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The first United Way of Adams County “Partners in Bloom” event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, at Town & Country Inn & Suites. The public is invited to explore the imaginative interpretations of the area’s finest florists as they showcase their talents of floral displays…
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The new United Way of Adams County executive director talks about her vision for the organization and how it works to help those who need assistance.
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QUINCY — Jenna Hull has been named Executive Director of the United Way of Adams County, according to a news release from the organization. Board President Ryan Whicker expressed confidence in Hull’s leadership “We look forward to Jenna’s leadership, as she brings valuable experience, creativity, and a profound passion for the UWAC mission,” he said.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy ARISE Coalition, in collaboration with the United Way of Adams County, is offering a workshop series in January and February. This initiative aims to equip participants with invaluable tools and information essential for enhancing minority representation on community boards and fostering board member opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Quincy ARISE…
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QUINCY — The Board of Directors of the United Way of Adams County has officially accepted theretirement announcement of Nancy Bluhm, Executive Director, effective December 15. A news release from the United Way this week said “This planned leadership transition aligns with the Board’s expectations.” Bluhm was named executive director in January. She had served…
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QUINCY — Employees of Adams Telephone Co-Operative recently presented a check for $20,197.10 to the United Way of Adams County, Inc., at its Quincy office. The United Way of Adams County advocates for education, financial stability and health. In a press release, Jim Broemmer, chief executive officer, said, “Adams has a longstanding relationship with the…
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