United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties hosted its annual Community Celebration Luncheon on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at the MTSU Student Union Ballroom. United Way’s mission to improve health, education, and financial stability would not have been possible without the help and support of our local community. The Community Celebration occurs each year and…
City Auto presents Stuff the Bus. United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties’ Stuff the Bus initiative is a community-sponsored event that provides school supplies for students in need. This year’s Stuff the Bus Collection Party will take place on Thursday, August 3rd from 11 AM – 2 PM, in MTSU’s parking lot, off Greenland…
“Save the date for Friday evening, September 8! Mix and mingle, listen to great music, and enjoy dancing, games, heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and an amazing silent auction at Light Up the Night,” announced Child Advocacy Center Leadership Team member Jessica Wauchek. The Child Advocacy Center is hosting the 6th annual Light Up the Night…
United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties announces its Annual Community Celebration Luncheon and names the 2022-2023 award recipients on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MTSU Student Union Ballroom. United Way’s mission to improve health, education, and financial stability would not have been possible without the help and…
The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties (UWRCC) announced a successful Stop the Summer Slide book drive presented by Atmos Energy on Tuesday, May 16th, at the Smyrna Event Center. The Stop the Summer Slide event provides books for children in pre-K-6th grade in our local community and aims to prevent a decline in…
On May 11th, twenty-one local business and community leaders graduated from United Way’s Catalyst program. During the nine-month program, participants connected directly with local nonprofits through agency tours and projects. The 2022-2023 Catalyst program presented by Integrity Eye aims to train volunteers to serve in nonprofit leadership roles. Program participants learn about governance, financial accountability,…
United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties announces a successful tax season for the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program. VITA is a FREE Tax Preparation Program for low to moderate-income households of $70,000 or less for the tax year 2022. This year, over 34 IRS-certified volunteers served over 2900 hours and completed more than…
A non-profit organization that aims to help people celebrate Memorial Day is making a stop in La Vergne this year. Everyone is invited to join ‘Carry the Load’ for a community fellowship and a show of support for our veterans, service members and first responders. The rally in La Vergne on May 20 will begin…
On May 10th Rutherford’s County chapter of 100 Women Who Care presented A Step ahead with $6405 as their 2nd Q recipient for 2023. “Since 2020, 100 Women Who Care Rutherford County has given back over $65,000 to our community. ” – Alicia Stachura, one of the founding chapter members. This unique giving group was…
“It was the perfect day for a walk. The weather forecast was for rain, but the dark clouds moved through, and we were blessed with a sunny day,” announced Child Advocacy Center director Sharon De Boer following the Hometown Heroes Walk for Children on Friday, April 28. Over 250 people were gathered at the Murfreesboro…