Category Archives: Labor Participation

Photo Gallery: Christmas spirit at work in United Way’s partnership with Organized Labor

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Dave Skorupa, UWMS

Late last week, labor union members from the Mid-South helped assemble and distribute holiday food boxes from the Memphis AFSCME headquarters. United Way resources helped make the distribution effort possible. Senior Vice President of Community Engagement and Alignment Regina Walker … Continue reading →

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Letter to United Way President from Mid-South child gets an A+ in our book

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Dave Skorupa, UWMS

We’re not sure if the letter United Way President Bryce Haugsdahl received was part of a homework assignment, but if it was, we want the youngster to know he made an “A+” with our United Way staff. The letter came … Continue reading →

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United Way and Memphis AFL-CIO Labor Council honor local labor unions for work to improve the Mid-South

Posted on June 25, 2013 by psmothersuw

Last week, United Way and the Memphis AFL-CIO Labor Council honored unions from across the region at the Union Hall, 1870 Madison in Memphis. Unions were presented awards of appreciation for their part in giving to and spreading awareness of … Continue reading →

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Our gratitude to Organized Labor at the Campaign Awards Dinner, Wednesday June 12

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Dave Skorupa, UWMS

United Way of the Mid-South and the Memphis AFL-CIO Labor Council will recognize unions from across the region for their work to support education, financial stability and health last year at the Campaign Awards Dinner this Wednesday evening. The event … Continue reading →

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United Way shares fundraising total-to-date and details of helping our community at Campaign Celebration and Annual Meeting

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Dave Skorupa, UWMS

United Way announced the Mid-South community has raised over $25.1 million to improve local education, financial stability and health last Thursday during its Campaign Celebration and Annual Meeting at The Peabody in Memphis, TN. United Way of the Mid-South’s General … Continue reading →

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United Way support helps AFL-CIO Labor Council distribute 150 Christmas food boxes to families in need

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Dave Skorupa, UWMS

Earlier today, the AFL-CIO Labor Council were able to assemble and distribute 150 Christmas food boxes to local families in need thanks in part to a special grant from United Way of the Mid-South. United Way Labor Participation Director Casel … Continue reading →

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