The United Way of Manitowoc County is setting up a COVID-19 Basic Needs Relief Fund. Ashley Bender, United Way Executive Director, tells SeehaferNews.com that “it’s designed to support local non-profits and tax-exempt organizations working hard every day to meet basic needs.” Bender went on to explain donations will also help secure the financial health of households living in poverty, as well as those who may fall into poverty as a result of the pandemic.
100% of the funds raised will go directly to United Way Manitowoc County’s COVID-19 Basic Needs Relief Fund. United Way Manitowoc County will absorb all administrative and processing costs. United Way Manitowoc County is currently surveying community nonprofits and organizations to better understand where support is available, gaps exist, and dollars are most needed. Prioritization will be given to needs where other funding may not be available or where significant deficiencies exist to meet demand.
Those wanting to contribute to the Basic Needs Relief Fund can mail a check made out to United Way Manitowoc County with “COVID-19” on the memo line to 21 E. Waldo Boulevard, Manitowoc, or, give via credit card at unitedwaymanitowoccounty.org.
Questions regarding United Way Manitowoc County’s COVID-19 Basic Needs Relief Fund? Contact United Way Manitowoc County at info@unitedwaymanitowoccounty.org or (920) 682-8888.
