Normally in April we'd be updating you about our annual fundraising campaign. But since this spring is like none other, in mid-March we quickly pivoted to support local COVID-19 efforts. Efrat Feferman, United Way of Monroe County, provides an update on how your support is making a positive difference for local people - right now - during this crisis.
Donations to the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund from individual donors like you and organizations in our community allow us to quickly support non-profits as they continue to provide crucial services during the pandemic.
A big thanks in advance to those who have asked about sharing their stimulus checks through the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund since they’re continuing to get paid but won’t actually need those funds.
The United Way COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund has granted over $300,000 to human service organizations serving people in Monroe, Owen, and Greene counties, and donations continue to come in. To participate, click below.
Read about how these organizations are using grant funds>>
Our deep thanks to supporters of this fund, including Bloomington Health Foundation, Bloomington Sunrise Rotary, Bloomington Township, Blueline, Boston Scientific, Buskirk-Chumley Theater, City of Bloomington, Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Cook Medical, Duke Energy, Etch Clothing Co., First Financial Bank, First United Church, First United Methodist Church, Hoosier Energy, IU Credit Union, IU Credit Union Volunteer Board of Directors, Monroe County Government, Old National Bank, Owen County State Bank, Perry Township, Private Individuals, Susan Yeley Homes, Tim Ellis Realtors, Truist Foundation, United Way of Monroe County, United Way Worldwide, and Van Buren Township.
United Way of Monroe County is a nonprofit organization that improves people’s lives by addressing critical needs today and working to reduce those needs tomorrow. Through its Community Action Fund and grant initiatives, United Way works with 24 member agencies and community partners to ensure families have opportunities and everyone can meet basic living needs.