UWTVA receives grant for Don’t Despair Car Repair program

Since starting the Don't Despair Car Repair program last spring, United Way of the Tri-Valley Area has helped over 40 households keep cars running, and they are continuing to receive grant funding to keep the program going strong.

UWTVA’s enters the new year with a new finance director

Lisa Rowe is joining the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area as their new finance director. With more than 20 years of experience, Rowe is excited to hit the books as well as join in on community events, which UWTVA is already planning with some big changes.

United Way host Hoot & Howl Bash at AYS

United Way launches car repair program

United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Director of Marketing and Communications Nichole Ernest said the "Don't Despair Car Repair Program," which is funding up to $1,000 in car repairs for local participants, is a part of the organization's strategic goal to address regional issues around transportation.

UWTVA fights food insecurity in Greater Franklin County

Over 11% of people in Franklin County struggle with food insecurity, or reliable access to healthy food. United Way of the Tri-Valley Area has begun launching programs to close that hunger gap.

United Way of the Tri-Valley Area offers Mother’s Day flowers

Lisa Laflin is leaving UWTVA

Laflin, who has been with UWTVA for 14 years, will be pursuing new professional endeavors, exploring her creative side, and spending time with family.

Community works to make Farmington the ‘Halloween destination of Maine’

Haunted-attractions expert Darlene Patrick, who is helping run the Farmington Fright Nights, says that Halloween and acting in haunted attractions provide a venue to help people "on the fringe" find a place where they belong.

United Way hosts 5th annual ‘Color Me United’ 5K run

Over 300 runners participated in United Way of the Tri-Valley Area's annual 5K color run.

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