United Way News

News Signs in 2022

Watertown Area United Way made the decision to invest in new annual campaign signs to highlight campaign progress. The old signs lasted for over 20 years and the new signs should last a lifetime. Learn about all the partnerships that made this project possible by reading the article below. Thank you to the Watertown Area Community Foundation for donating $6,000 towards the project and Sign Pro for donating graphic for free annually. 

News Article: New United Way Campaign Signs | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org)

Celebrating 20 Years of Imagination Library in Codington County

In 2022, Watertown Area United Way celebrate 20 years of the Imagination Library in Codington County. Any youth who live in Codington County, South Dakota or have a legal guardian working in Codington County are eligible. Youth ages 0 to 5 years old receive a free book every month at their doorstep. There is no limit on household income to participate. You can read the article below to learn more or visit The Dolly Parton Imagination Library | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org).

News Article: Celebrating 20 Years of Imagination Library | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org)

2022-2023 Annual Campaign Kick Off

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2022-2023 Annual Campaign Kick Off! United Way is so thankful for the partnership with Montgomery's Furniture of Watertown as we celebrate the 7th Annual $5,000 Montgomery's Room Makeover Sweepstakes. Watch the 2022-2023 Campaign video at 2022-2023 Watertown Area United Way FULL Campaign Video - YouTube. Read the article below to learn more about our agencies and other community partners. 

News Article: 2022-2023 Annual Campaign Kick Off Held September 6th at Montgomery's  | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org)

NEW 9-8-8 is National Suicide Hotline

Read about the national launch of the new Suicide Prevention Lifeline at the link below. 9-8-8 is the new national hotline to call when you or someone you love may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. Learn more at Suicide and Crisis Support - Helpline Center and 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | Federal Communications Commission (fcc.gov).

News Article: Nationwide Launch of New Suicide Prevention Lifeline Number 9-8-8 | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org)

June 2022 Delta Dental Mobile Visit

Learn more about the June 2022 Delta Dental Mobile visit the link below. For more general information around the Delta Dental Mobile and Watertown Area United Way's partnership, please visit Delta Dental Mobile Program | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org). In 2022, we saw the largest number of youth served and tried a new location. If you would like to get on the waiting list for an appointment in June 2023, then email director@watertownunitedway.org. In the subject line include "Delta Dental Mobile Appointment" and in the message include the guardian's name, contact information, and number of children 0-21 to schedule.

News Article: Delta Dental Mobile 2022 Visit | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org). 

$5,000 Sweepstakes Winner Announced at 2021-2022 Wrap Up

Thank you to everyone who attended our 2021-2022 Campaign Wrap Up! To find out who won the 6th Annual $5,000 Montgomery's Room Makeover Sweepstakes and the 2021-2022 Campaign Awards please read the article below.

News Article: 2021-2022 Annual Campaign Wrap Up at Montgomery's  | Watertown Area United Way (watertownunitedway.org)