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Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news April 29, 2025 - 8:01 pm

AmeriCorps cuts ‘devastate’ Lawrence service organizations

by Lawrence Times

DOGE’s sudden cuts to AmeriCorps funds have left four agencies serving Lawrence and Douglas County families more than $400,000 short to pay for dozens of essential employees.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news March 22, 2025 - 4:26 pm

Applications open for Racial Equity Community Building grants from United Way of Kaw Valley

by Lawrence Times

The United Way of Kaw Valley has opened applications for local people and organizations to seek up to $5,000 in grant funding for work to elevate marginalized community members.

August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
Health October 8, 2024 - 10:04 am

Douglas County Commission candidates to participate in public health forum

by Maya Hodison

During a forum Thursday, candidates vying for seats on the Douglas County Commission will field questions related to public health.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life August 27, 2022 - 5:01 pm

Photos + video: Lawrencians ‘Unite and Take Flight’ for fundraiser

by Lawrence Times

Members of the Lawrence community took to the skies Saturday as part of a fundraiser for the United Way of Douglas County.

Arts & Events August 23, 2022 - 9:04 pm

Flights over Lawrence, tickets to special dinner still available for new United Way fundraiser

by Lawrence Times

Flights, family fun, and a feast from familiar favorites are on tap this weekend as part of a big fundraiser event for the United Way of Douglas County.

Business August 3, 2022 - 12:40 pm

Douglas County’s United Way to merge with Topeka’s

by Lawrence Times

The United Way organizations representing Douglas County and Topeka announced plans Wednesday for a merger that will create a significant regional charitable organization: the United Way of Kaw Valley.

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Lawrence Life March 5, 2022 - 12:46 pm

Taryn Wells, 14, recognized with award for leadership in social justice projects

by Maya Hodison

Taryn Wells, 14, has earned the 2020 Galluzzi Volunteer of the Year Award for her community work and leadership in Lawrence.

Tricia Masenthin/The Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life March 1, 2022 - 3:28 pm

Heart transplant gives community volunteer, award recipient more time to serve people of Douglas County

by Tricia Masenthin

A new heart has given Marion Belcher, 2020 Galluzzi Volunteer of the Year, more time to help feed the community.

United Way of Douglas County
Lawrence news February 24, 2022 - 11:24 am

United Way of Douglas County has $150K available for agencies; apply by March 8

by Lawrence Times

The United Way of Douglas County has more than $150,000 in grant funds to give to local agencies that provide food, utility and shelter support, but those who are interested don’t have much time to apply.

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Lawrence Life February 4, 2022 - 12:02 pm

United Way of Douglas County selects 10 projects for racial equity grants

by Lawrence Times

Projects aiming to center Native voices, build community through step dance, and heal trauma through a yoga retreat are among those selected for racial equity grants this year.

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