The Child Advocacy Center is excited to host the 8th annual Hometown Heroes Walk for Children this April to celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month! The Hometown Heroes Walk for Children will be held on Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Nashville Civic Plaza. Registration will start at 10:45 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony at…
Yesterday, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford hospital lit the hospital red in honor of heart month. The hospital also recognizes those who care for the heart health of our communities, specifically Ascension Saint Thomas Heart, emergency medical services workers, emergency department associates, surgical services, catheterization lab, critical care associates, and other healthcare heroes providing 24/7 care…
Since 1979, Joni and Friends has been committed to reaching and serving people with disabilities. They envision a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. This is why, on February 6th, Liberty’s Station is honored to partner with Joni and Friends to host a…
Congratulations to the VITA Program for their kick-off ceremony ribbon cutting on Friday, January 26th at 11am. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) Program is located at Patterson Park Community Center located at 521 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Nashville and can be contacted at 615-893-7303.
United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties announces the opening of the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program for the upcoming tax season, February 1 – April 13, 2024. The United Way VITA program is an IRS-supported tax preparation service, through which trained volunteers prepare taxes at no cost for qualifying individuals and families. The…
The 2024 Polar Bear Plunge at SportsCom in Nashville is January 6th at 10am. I tested out the water and it’s FREEZING!!! The doors open at 8:30am with kids games and entertainment in the gym as well as on the spot registration will be available. The indoor pool, which is heated to 85 degrees, will…
Following 11 years of service as President and CEO and four preceding years in marketing, special events, and community impact, United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties (UWRCC) bids farewell to Meagan Flippin as she steps into her new role as CEO and President of the Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM). Since she arrived at…
Rutherford County’s chapter of 100 Women Who Care is a dedicated force for positive change. They are thrilled to announce that they have generously donated over $34,000 in 2023 to support local non-profit organizations. This significant contribution underscores the organization’s unwavering commitment to making a lasting impact on the community. With a mission to uplift…
The Kiwanis Club of Nashville presented a $10,000 check to the Good Shepherd Children’s home Monday night as part of a $25,000 pledge through 2026. Kiwanis has hosted a Christmas party for the children and their staff for the past 49 years. Kiwanians wanted to do something extra special in honor of the long standing…
Housing is the centerpiece of an individual’s life and a cornerstone to living independently. Accessible, affordable housing for people experiencing housing instability is vital to supporting overall mental and physical well-being. Your local United Way fights for a community where every person – no matter their background, their abilities, or their zip code- has an…