by LaToria | Mar 31, 2020 | In The News
(Shreveport, LA) – On March 12, Louisiana’s 211 network began answering calls about COVID-19. As of March 30, Louisiana 211 has received approximately 30,000 calls for help and as many messages from individuals texting for information. This surge in...
by LaToria | Mar 20, 2020 | In The News
(Shreveport, LA) – Prompted by the COVID-19 crisis, United Way of Northwest Louisiana has activated the United for NWLA Fund, an emergency response fund used in times of crisis. United Way has allocated $10,000 to start this fund and address both the short and...
by LaToria | Mar 13, 2020 | In The News
(Shreveport, LA) – Louisiana’s statewide 211 network is now answering calls about COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. This network is best designed and staffed to handle the large volume of calls from Louisiana residents who are concerned and who have questions...
by LaToria | Mar 13, 2020 | In The News
Have COVID-19 questions? Dial 211 or text LACOVID to 898-211 for answers. United Way of Northwest Louisiana supports the health and safety of our region, which makes us especially concerned about the Coronavirus disease’s (COVID19) progression in our region. We fight...
by LaToria | Feb 13, 2020 | In The News
(Shreveport, LA) – Legislators and business leaders from across the region joined United Way of Northwest Louisiana at an event at Providence House Child Development Center (PHCDC) in recognition of the third annual “Louisiana Early Ed Week,” sponsored by Entergy...
by LaToria | Feb 13, 2020 | In The News
Dr. Phillip Rozeman recently wrote a compelling piece, Bipartisanship Exists in Louisiana, with which I fully agree. I want to reiterate why investing in quality early care and education for young children is so important for our state. As a non-profit...
