THANK YOU, BERKS COUNTY! In an outstanding show of support, Berks Countians surpassed our $10.6 million goal to...
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ELU Bettering Berks in August and September
ELU members participated in unique opportunities focused on Bettering Berks throughout August and September by:...
My Star Readers Tutor Experience: Natalie Brown
“It’s all about making a difference and seeing young minds learn and grow,” says Natalie Brown. As a volunteer who...
ELU Bettering Berks in June and July
Despite the heat, ELU members continued to serve Berks County through June and July. ELU members made an impact by:...
Daniel’s Journey of Recovery with Tower Health at Home and United Way
It was a night that Kathy Griess will never forget. Her husband, Daniel, came home from his evening shift as a BARTA...
Responding to Crisis: American Red Cross Impacts Berks County
Last July, a massive storm system hit Berks County with 5” to 8” inches of rain causing flash flooding in multiple...
Empowering Abilities: Danielle’s Success Story with Threshold/Berks Personnel Network and United Way
Danielle is a vibrant and joyful 22-year-old who works hard to extend beyond her intellectual and developmental...
Edward’s Story with Meals on Wheels and United Way
At age 99, Edward is a proud WWII Navy Veteran who has received more than a dozen medals and commendations for saving...
Matt’s Journey to Independence with United Way and Mary’s Shelter
At 17, Matt’s world fell apart. His parents left him and his younger siblings; his siblings were able to be...
How Dylan Found Joy in Reading Thanks to United Way and Read Alliance
Meet Dylan, a first grader at Riverside Elementary. His family supported his participation in Read Alliance because he...
2024 Blueprint for Leadership and Leadership Berks Graduation
We recently celebrated the participants of two of our Leadership United programs, Blueprint for Leadership (BFL) and...
ELU Member Spotlight: Valeri Harteg
Valeri Harteg is a newer ELU member and shares how ELU has helped her reconnect to Berks County. Learn more about...