Making Ends Meet: Brian’s Story
Brian and his fiancé have always believed in working hard. They both had steady jobs and took pride in being [...]
Homeless to Hopeful: Dave’s Story
Dave lost everything in the flood. His home. His relationship. His family. Himself. With nowhere else to turn, Dave moved [...]
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “I wanted more in life.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for [...]
Overcoming Dyslexia: Zach’s Story
Zach had fallen far behind in school and wasn’t sure if he’d ever be able to catch up. He had [...]
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “I fell into old habits.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for [...]
Making Ends Meet: Brian’s Story
Brian and his fiancé have always believed in working hard. They both had steady jobs and took pride in being [...]
United Way Focuses on Widening Leverage for Deeper Impact
As the saying goes: “Work smarter, not harder.” That’s been our strategy here at United Way when determining how and where to invest funds and resources in order to create the most measurable community impact. Our mission is to unite the community to improve lives—that is [...]
“It Was Just Ours”: Sharon’s Story
After Sharon Cheney and her husband Gaylord sold their Midland home in August of 2019, they were happy to settle into their new house on Sanford Lake. But Mother Nature had other plans. “My husband and I bought the home in Sanford in August of 2019, [...]
“Just like that, it was gone…”: Alanna’s Story
Catfish. Bullfrogs. Crawdads. That’s what Alanna Lee and her husband Ryan found in the basement when the flood waters hit their tri-level home in Bullock Creek in May. The scent wasn’t exactly pleasant. “The catfish and bullfrogs and crawfish were just sitting on our couch,” Alanna [...]
We Couldn’t Even See Our House Because of the Water…”: Charles’s Story
It was 3:30 a.m. when Charles Colley got the call. He and his family needed to evacuate their Midland rental home as soon as possible. The flood waters weren’t just on their way—they were here. “It was a scary night,” Colley said. “My wife [then fiancé], [...]
Finding Her Voice: Elizabeth’s Story
The first time Elizabeth utilized Family & Children’s Services of Mid-Michigan, she was 17-years-old and pregnant. She was also at a standstill with her parents. They weren’t taking the baby news well. “My parents were not too happy with me,” Elizabeth said. “They were like, ‘How [...]
Unloading the Backpack: Rob’s Story
On the outside, life looked great for Rob Vallentine. He had a solid job at Dow. Good friends. Loving family. He was happy. No issues. But that was on the outside. “What I’ve learned is when we have secrets, we are lonely,” Rob said. “There’s no [...]
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “I live alone.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for the first time. Watch to see what happened.
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “We lost everything.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for the first time. Watch to see what happened.
Finding Strength Through Support: Natalie’s Story
Natalie had a lot on her plate. With cheerleading practice, homework, distractions at home, and navigating the ins and outs of friends and foes in school, it was a lot for a student to manage. At first, going to an after-school program through The ROCK Center [...]
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “I battled depression.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for the first time. Watch to see what happened.
Breaking the Stigma: Kevin’s Story
On the outside, Kevin looked like he had it all together. Corporate job. Loving family. Solid friends. But on the inside, it felt like he was carrying the weight of an invisible world on his shoulders. He was overwhelmed by work to the point of exhaustion. [...]
Dear Neighbor Video Series: “I’m a caretaker.”
We asked people in Midland County to share their stories. Then we had community members read them for the first time. Watch to see what happened.
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