United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) is excited to announce its new fundraising effort, “Together, We Can.” This mini campaign hopes to raise $50,000 to support the basic needs of our community.

“In this campaign, we are bringing focus to the single parents, particularly employed single moms, out there who are working so very hard and still have to decide which bills to pay,” said Kristin Roberts, UWECI President and CEO.

“Our research shows the majority of sin- gle moms are living that reality, and if we step back, most of us live next door to a single mom, work with a single mom, or are involved in the community with a single mom. This campaign addresses the changing times in our community and wants to ensure help for basic, everyday needs is there for individuals when they need it most.”

In East Central Iowa, 67% of working single moms struggle to make ends meet. This may mean a mother is faced with the choice of putting food on the table or paying a utility bill. UWECI is raising funds to support individuals in these kinds of situations by filling the gap and putting them on a path to stability.

Individuals interested in supporting this campaign may donate online at uweci.org/donate or call UWECI at 319-398- 5372 for more information.

Together, we can build a strong community and support individuals in living their best lives.