It begins with an investment in United Way. As you may know, the 2018 ALICE Report (Asset Limited Income Constrained and Employed) states 46% of Oshkosh residents cannot afford basic needs like food, shelter and utilities. These are our neighbors, our co-workers and our friends. They are the next generation of workers, leaders and decision makers. We have a chance and commitment to lead them to success. An investment to Oshkosh Area United Way continues the fight for stable Oshkosh families.
With your yearly gift of $500, the OAUW and its funded programs can provide:
- One year of diapers for low-income parents
- Parenting classes for 20 people
- Trauma counseling for four children
- One year of free books for 15 preschoolers
- A wellness visit, healthy meal, and independence for 65 seniors
- 21 days of meals for 9 families of 4
- and much more!
These are just examples of what your donation as an Emerging Leader provides. As an added bonus of the Emerging Leaders investment, the program comes with professional development events and community networking throughout the year.