In Durand, we’re on a mission to make daily reading with young children a natural, easy habit—something families look forward to rather than fit in.…
United Way of Rock River Valley is expanding its commitment to student success with the launch of a new Volunteer Literacy and Mentoring program at…
United Way of Rock River Valley is taking major steps to revitalize the 211 Helpline, a free and confidential service that connects residents to food…
Dedicated. Approachable. Steady. That’s how Rick Ciganek, Chief Deputy at the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, describes himself—and after talking…
United Way of Rock River Valley’s Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House is a trauma-informed hub on Rockford’s west side, offering youth programs,…
When Zachary Furmanek arrived in Rockford, he thought it might just be a stop on his path to becoming a teacher. But after a summer spent tutoring…
Staff at the YWCA Northwestern Illinois believe every child should have the chance to fall in love with reading. Thanks to United Way's United for…
Join the fun with the United Way of Rock River Valley's 2025/26 Together We Thrive Campaign Sweepstakes! This exciting event offers participants the…
My hat in the picture says, “Officially Retired.” After 35 years as a teacher and administrator in RPS 205, I stepped away on July 1. Then came the…