United Way of Southwest Michigan (UWSM) announced that it is accepting funding proposals from Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren County agencies for Phase 42 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP/FEMA). The National Board has awarded Berrien County the grant amount of $58,883 for this phase, Cass County the grant amount of $19,779 for this phase, and Van Buren County the grant amount of $30,843 for this phase.

February 11^th (2/11) is National 211 Day – an annual observance celebrating the go-to, 24/7 three-digit (2-1-1) resource that helps millions of people in the U.S. and Canada – including those in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. The three-digit service connects information about resources and services available in our local community and is free to utilize.

The Joseph N. and Rosemary E. Low Foundation has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to the community with a generous $50,000 donation to United Way of Southwest Michigan. This annual gift, made in memory of Wilma V. Low, will directly benefit the organization’s 2024 campaign, helping to drive meaningful impact across the region.

Applications for Board or Committee positions are due January 28, 2025

Be Healthy Berrien and Corewell Health to support the Community Leadership Academy project with the 2-year grant.

Every year, United Way of Southwest Michigan recognizes outstanding volunteers in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties with two prestigious awards

With the success of October’s in-person Whirlpool Appliance Sale, United Way of Southwest Michigan and Whirlpool Corp. are coming back together to offer the public even more appliances at deeply discounted rates as part of the Online Appliance Sale.

Thursday, November 14, teams from all over Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren county took their rakes, gloves, and rain gear to yards throughout the area to help seniors in need of yard maintenance.

The American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation has awarded Be Healthy Berrien a $45,000 grant to enhance access to nutritious, locally sourced foods in Benton Harbor through the Healthy Corner Store Initiative and the Benton Harbor Farmers Market. These initiatives aim to improve food access for local residents and foster a healthier community.