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Here you will find our regularly published findings, stories, reports, and videos about our work in Education, Workforce, and Wellbeing. Search for content by using the filters below or by using the keyword search field. 

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Old Kmart building in Abingdon to become United Way of Southwest Virginia hub

The hub and spoke model consists of the hub, a primary anchor campus in Abingdon, and four smaller facilities located across Southwest Virginia. The 87,000-square-foot...

May 19, 2023

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United Way of Southwest Virginia, New River Valley combining resources

Using a cradle-to-career approach, United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) has a goal of meeting the challenges facing tomorrow’s workforce. From increasing the quality of...

May 19, 2023

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To Win, Small Towns Up Their Game.

UWSWVA's hub and spoke model is getting talked about as an example of how small towns can better attract and retain talent. Read more from Tom...

April 13, 2023

Press Releases

United Way of Southwest Virginia expands tool aimed at connecting parents with quality childcare

Abingdon, VA (March 1, 2023) - With a continued focus on early childhood care and education in our region, United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA)...

March 01, 2023

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Virginia Business - 2023 Heavy Hitters List Features Travis Staton

"Power and influence: The United Way of Southwest Virginia’s leader since 2005, Staton has an outsized influence as an advocate for regional solutions to health,...

February 27, 2023

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United Way supports schools with grants

...“We are excited to continue our work to care for the whole child and support the entire family, while also addressing the burnout that staff...

February 12, 2023

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Sweet one of five new United Way board members

"Pulaski County’s Jonathan Sweet, County Administrator, is one of five new community members from Southwest Virginia appointed to the United Way of Southwest Virginia Board...

January 31, 2023

Press Releases

United Way of Southwest Virginia welcomes five new community members to Board of Directors

Abingdon, VA (January 31, 2023) - Five new community members from Southwest Virginia were appointed to the United Way of Southwest Virginia Board of Directors...

January 31, 2023

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UWSWVA welcomes new vice president to organization

UWSWVA welcomes new vice president to organization

January 19, 2023

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