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UWNYS CEO Announces Plans to Step Down - Board Launches Search Process for New CEO

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:24:24 -0400

After 30 years at the helm of the United Way of New York State (UWNYS), Susan Hager has announced her plan to leave her position at the end of June. In response to this announcement, UWNYS Board of Directors Chair Karen Bilowith announces the form...

2-1-1 Day

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:50:26 -0500

Supporters of 2-1-1 helplines celebrated February 11 - as 2-1-1 Day in Albany marked by a Proclamation issued by Governor Cuomo (attached) and visits to legislative offices.

2-1-1 Help During Hurricane Sandy

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:22:56 -0400

2-1-1 New York reminds all New Yorkers that 2-1-1 is available for people who need help during Hurricane Sandy. In addition to dialing "2-1-1" from their phones or cell phones (311 in New York City), residents can also use 2-1-1- web sites and dis...

Hurricane Irene Recovery Fund Report Released

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 09:23:30 -0400

A report on the grants made by the Hurricane Irene Recovery Fund has been submitted to Governor Andrew Cuomo. United Way of New York State created and managed the Fund at the request of the Governor's office following last fall's storms and floodi...

United Way Requests Legislative Changes to Executive Budget Proposal

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:07:49 -0500

In written testimony submitted for today's Human Services Budget Committee Hearing, United Way of New York State has asked the state Legislature for the following changes to the Governor's budget:

2/11 Day - How 2-1-1 Helped New Yorkers

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:07:03 -0500

In celebration of National 2/11 day, 2-1-1 New York has announced statistics for information and referral services in 2011. These include:

Verizon Makes Major Donation to Benefit Flood Communities

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:28:19 -0500

United Way of New York State lauds Verizon for their $100,000 contribution to help New Yorkers affected by the late summer floods. Their grant , to the Hurricane Irene Recovery Fund (HIRC), which was established at the request of Governor Andrew M...

2-1-1 Inquiries Top Three Million in 2010

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:43:13 -0500

Liz Hood, the chair of the Board of Directors for 2-1-1 New York stated, "This year end report confirms the importance of having a free, easily remembered telephone number for people to call when they need help. With one call they reach a well tra...

Major Charitable Federations Oppose Proposed State Cap on Charitable Contributions

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:41:03 -0400

The New York State Catholic Conference, United Jewish Appeal-Federation of Jewish Philanthropies and United Way of New York State are urging state leaders to oppose a new proposal to limit the deductibility of charitable contributions in order to ...

United Way of New York State Honoring Three at Albany Event

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:17:18 -0400

Two long-time human services advocates and a statewide elected official will be recognized by United Way of New York State on Monday evening, March 22 in the 2nd floor War Room of the State Capitol, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

United Way of New York State Honoring Three at Albany Event

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:43:58 -0400

Two long-time human services advocates and a statewide elected official will be recognized by United Way of New York State Monday evening, March 22 in the 2nd floor War Room of the State Capitol.

Statement from Susan Hager, co-chair of 2-1-1 New York

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:43:31 -0500

New York's 2-1-1 call centers, which now serve over 90% of the state's population report making 2.5 million referrals from January - November 2009 compared with 1.9 million in all of 2008. The dramatic jump in requests for help reflects the ongoin...

50% Increase in Calls to 2-1-1

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:01:35 -0500

There were 2.26 million calls to 2-1-1, an easily remembered number to call for help with health and human services, from January through October of 2009, a 50% increase over the number of calls for the same period in 2008.

Statement by United Way of New York State on Governor's Executive Order on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:51:21 -0400

"We applaud Governor Paterson's action in establishing through Executive Order, a state agency Task Force on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention.

United Ways Reject "Across the Board" Cuts - Urge Budget Restorations

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:57:54 -0500

In testimony before the Legislature's Joint Fiscal Committees, United Ways have asked the Legislature to reject "across the board" budget cuts. "Cutting programs across the board is neither rational nor fair as has been suggested by some", stated ...

United Ways Push for Budget Restorations

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:19:50 -0500

Citing the rising unemployment rate and an increasing number of people in need of help, United Way of New York State has asked Governor David Paterson to restore a series of proposed cuts in his 2009-10 budget proposal.

Budget Cuts Lack Rationale

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:06:10 -0400

United Way of New York State today expressed concern for the budget cutting actions taken this week to close the budget gap.

John and Robach Honored by State United Way

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:01:39 -0500

United Way of New York State is honoring Rochester area Assemblywoman Susan John and Senator Joseph Robach in Albany on Wednesday for their leadership in achieving two of United Way’s top priorities.

Jonathan Bing Honored by State United Way

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:56:02 -0500

United Way of New York State is honoring Assemblyman Jonathan Bing in Albany on Wednesday for his leadership in achieving one of United Way’s top policy priorities.

United Way of New York State Receives Grant from Bank of America to Promote EITC

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:44:03 -0500

United Way of New York State (UWNYS) today announced a $30,000 donation from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation to support an asset building strategy to help low- and moderate-income individuals achieve financial stability. This grant is p...

10 Things to Like in the Governor's Budget and 4 Quality Improvement Opportunities

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 10:09:47 -0500

UWNYS has sent a letter to Governor Eliot Spitzer praising a number of his budget proposals and making recommendations for changes on four issues: