Over 1,400 households were helped by the United Ways of Chautauqua County's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program this year, receiving over $2.2 million dollars in refunds. Taxpayers either visited a traditional VITA preparation site, opted for … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – United Way – May 26, 2022
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced their 2022 allocations to local organizations. Community Impact Director Lindsey Goold spoke with WRFA about the process. … [Read more...]
United Way Allocates $1.045 million to 29 Local Agencies
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced $1,045,000 in funding has been allocated to 29 local agencies. Director of Community Impact Lindsey Goold said the United Way funded 42 programs in the area of self-sufficiency, academic … [Read more...]
United Way Seeking Nominations for Joseph H. Mason Award
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is seeking nominations for the Joseph H. Mason Award. The award is given to a union member or staff person whose volunteer service to the community honors the spirit of involvement exhibited by the late … [Read more...]
United Way Holding Its Community Baby Shower
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is holding its annual "Community Baby Shower" until June 15. The United Way raises money and collects items for local programs that support at-risk mothers and babies in the community. Local businesses, … [Read more...]
United Way Receives Almost $200,000 for Emergency Food, Shelter Programs
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has received nearly $200,000 to distribute to emergency food and shelter programs in Chautauqua County. The award was made by the Emergency Food and Shelter Program's National Board. The purpose of … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – United Way VITA – February 10, 2022
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with United Way of Southern Chautauqua County Executive Director Amy Rohler and United Way Finance and Administration Manager Lisa Sunday about the VITA program. … [Read more...]
VITA Income Tax Appointments Now Available in Chautauqua County
VITA Income Tax appointments are now available in Chautauqua County. The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County Executive Director Amy Rohler said the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program was created by Congress about 50 years ago, "It was … [Read more...]
United Way Celebrates Reaching $1.3 Million Campaign Goal
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County held a virtual celebration Tuesday for reaching its 2021 campaign goal of $1.3 million. 2021 Campaign Chairs Christine and Mark Tarbrake announced the campaign slightly exceeded its goal by raising … [Read more...]
United Ways of Northern, Southern Chautauqua County Announce New Shared Position
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County and United Way of Northern Chautauqua County have announced Lisa Sunday as their new Finance and Administration Manager. This will be a shared position between the two organizations. Lisa joined the … [Read more...]