Making an Impact


United Way of Kaw Valley works to create and cultivate an unbreakable network of support for a strong, healthy, and equitable community.

Youth Opportunity

Childhood Success

Healthy Development, Strong Families, Early Learning.

Financial Security

Family Success

Employment Success, K-12 Supports, Basic Needs.

Healthy Community

Family Supports

Healthcare Access, Food Security, Housing Supports.

Community Resiliency

Collaborations

211, Community Care Coordination, ALICE, Christmas Bureau.

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Making an Impact


Creating and cultivating an unbreakable network of support for our neighbors and our nonprofit community.

Youth Opportunity

Childhood Success

Healthy Development, Strong Families, Early Learning.…

Financial Security

Family Success

Employment Success, K-12 Supports, Basic Needs.

Healthy Community

Family Supports

Healthcare Access, Food Security, Housing Supports.

Community Resiliency

Collaborations

211, Community Care Coordination, ALICE, Christmas…

Latest News and Updates


Photos of pregnant parents and young children surround the United Way of Kaw Valley logo and the words ACCESS, Advancing Community Connections,  Equity, and Systems of Support
United Way of Kaw Valley project would support new moms in Douglas and Shawnee counties United Way of Kaw Valley recently submitted a proposal…
Welcome to Vice President of Resource Development, Jarrod Guth
On March 2, Jarrod Guth joined United Way of Kaw Valley as the Vice President of Resource and Development, bringing a wealth of experience in…
United Way student board member collaborates at a meeting
We are looking for an engaged college student from Douglas County for our open Board of Directors spot. UWKV reserves two slots for aspiring young…

Latest News and updates

Photos of pregnant parents and young children surround the United Way of Kaw Valley logo and the words ACCESS, Advancing Community Connections,  Equity, and Systems of Support
United Way of Kaw Valley project would support new moms in Douglas and Shawnee counties United Way…
Welcome to Vice President of Resource Development, Jarrod Guth
On March 2, Jarrod Guth joined United Way of Kaw Valley as the Vice President of Resource and…
United Way student board member collaborates at a meeting
We are looking for an engaged college student from Douglas County for our open Board of Directors…
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Ad Astra volunteer winners 2025
21Aug

Today is the final day to nominate a volunteer for the 2026 Ad Astra Volunteer Honors! This is your chance to recognize outstanding adult and youth volunteers in Shawnee, Jackson, Jefferson and Douglas counties. 

Most awards will be presented at the Nancy Perry Day of Caring breakfast on September 18. 

Nominations can be…

12:00AM - 11:59PM
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