United We WIN

United Way of Rock River Valley makes first round of grant allocations from COVID-19 Emerging Needs Fund.

United Way of Rock River Valley (UWRRV) announced it, in collaboration with the 815 Community Response Team, has awarded $250,000 in the first round of grants from its COVID-19 Emerging Needs Fund to 33 non-profit organizations in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties that are responding pragmatically to the needs of individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences.

During difficult times like these, saving you money on your prescription medications — and delivering them to you — can go a long way.

Comcast has announced a comprehensive COVID-19 response to help keep Americans connected to the internet.

Comcast is taking steps to ensure people stay connected to the internet as more schools suspend classes and companies encourage employees to work from home due to COVID-19. They are implementing the following new policies for the next 60 days:

The Kjellstrom Family Foundation pledges $125,000 to United Way of Rock River Valley COVID-19 Emerging Needs Fund.

The Kjellstrom Family Foundation announced it is pledging $125,000 to United Way of Rock River Valley’s COVID-19 Emerging Needs Fund. The Foundation will match each dollar donated by the public up to $125,000. The fund is already nearing $50,000 in donations thanks to $26,000 from Meijer, $10,000 from an anonymous donor and donations ranging from $10 to $2,000 from members of the community.

As the COVID-19 pandemic creates hardships, confusion, and uncertainty in the Rock River Valley — some simple ways to support our community and Live United.

Local artists, children, neighbors, and community leaders come together to beautify an abandoned home.

What if through coordination between local artists, volunteers, and some school children, we could reduce crime and restore pride in neighborhoods across the Rock River Valley? It’s not an unrealistic goal — it’s a reality in Rockford.