Reality U Brings Financial Literacy to 350 Salina High School Students

Salina Area United Way successfully hosted Reality U at Salina South and Salina Central High Schools, providing 350 sophomores with a hands-on financial literacy experience. Over the course of two days, students engaged in a real-world simulation that challenged them to budget and make financial decisions based on their assigned life scenarios at age 26.

Reality U is a program created by The Pando Initiative and brought to local schools through the efforts of Salina Area United Way.

Salina Area United Way Announces Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Salina Area United Way Announces Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program for Salina Area Residents

The Salina Area United Way is excited to announce the return of its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, providing free tax preparation services for qualifying individuals and families. Intake for the program will open on Monday, February 3, 2025, and run through Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

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Salina Area United Way Launches United Volunteers: A New Hub for Community Service Opportunities

The Salina Area United Way is excited to announce the launch of United Volunteers, a new platform connecting community members with volunteer opportunities throughout the area. Previously the region’s main resource for volunteerism, Salina Area United Way saw the need to adapt its approach to meet the changing landscape of community service, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Matching Funds for 2024-2025 Campaign Kickoff

Salina Area United Way Announces Matching Funds for 2024-2025 Campaign Kickoff

Salina, KS – The Salina Area United Way is thrilled to announce that up to $10,000 in matching funds will be available during the 2024-2025 Campaign Kickoff Event. This generous contribution, provided by Holm Automotive – Salina & Abilene, will amplify donations made thru Tuesday night, expanding the organization's ability to support the community, including 13 Funded Partners and 7 Early Childcare Initiative Partners.