The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County’s 2023 Fundraising Campaign is now past the halfway mark. United Way Executive Director Amy Rohler said the campaign is at 55% of its goal, saying, "We exceeded our goal last year, finishing at $1.4 … [Read more...]
United Way To Hold ‘Curling Mix & Match’ Fundraiser
A "Curling Mix & Match" fundraiser for the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County will be held at the Northwest Arena. The event will take place 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, November 17. It will feature a "happy hour" mixer before the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – United Way of Southern Chautauqua County – October 5, 2023
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County's annual campaign is underway. WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley talks about that with Executive Director Amy Rohler. … [Read more...]
County Legislature Accepts Grant to Get COVID, Flu, Pneumonia Vaccinations Out To Underserved Community
Chautauqua County Legislators have approved accepting a grant to help get people vaccinated against COVID-19, flu, shingles, and pneumonia. The $286,500 grant from the U.S. Aging and the Administration for Community Living under the Aging and … [Read more...]
United Way Kicks Off $1.4 Million Annual Campaign
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County kicked off its annual campaign Thursday with a goal to raise $1.4 million. Rex and Michelle "Micki" McCray are co-chairing this year's campaign. Micki said the couple has long supported the annual … [Read more...]
Rex & Micki McCray to Co-Chair United Way Campaign
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has selected Rex and Micki McCray to co-chair the 2023 Fundraising Campaign. United Way Executive Director Amy Rohler said she hopes that with Rex and Micki’s efforts, the United Way will reach its 2023 … [Read more...]
United Way Receives Additional Funding for Emergency Food And Shelter Programs
Chautauqua County has been chosen to receive $21,631 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs throughout the county. The award was made by the Emergency Food & Shelter Program’s (EFSP) National Board, which is chaired by FEMA and … [Read more...]
[WATCH/LISTEN] Community Conversation: Poverty in Chautauqua County
JAMESTOWN, NY - On May 25, WRFA continued its series of Community Conversations, this time focusing on poverty in Chautauqua County. The discussion involved challenges and barriers for those living in poverty or near poverty in Chautauqua … [Read more...]
United Way Hosting Annual Community Baby Shower
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is hosting its annual Community Baby Shower until June 8. The shower helps support at-risk families and babies in the community—many of whom cannot afford necessities like bottles, diapers, strollers, … [Read more...]
Wegmans Recognized for Fundraising Campaign for United Way
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is recognizing the local Wegmans store for coming in first in the region for an April campaign. Wegmans held its annual scan campaign for the United Way at its registers in April. With a goal of … [Read more...]
