The United Way blog is the best way to stay up-to-date on everything happening at United Way of Berks County, including success stories and results from the Berks COVID-19 Response Fund grants.
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...
ELU Bettering Berks in April and May
ELU members participated in unique opportunities focused on Bettering Berks throughout April and May by: Attending...
ELU Member Spotlight: Aaron Ayala
In the world of community engagement, where to start is often the first challenge. For many, the journey starts with...
ELU Bettering Berks in February and March
ELU members participated in unique opportunities focused on Bettering Berks throughout February and March. They...
A Message from Sidney Purnell
Sidney Purnell has served as an ELU Cabinet member since 2019 and assumed the role of ELU Cabinet Chair in 2021, after...
United Way Surpasses $11 Million in 2023 Campaign
THANK YOU, BERKS COUNTY! In an outstanding show of support, Berks Countians surpassed our $11 million goal to...