There have been some minor updates to the printable and searchable resource list, most importantly a change in Our Future in UNISON’s phone number.

The list can be found here: https://philslist.org/printable-list/ or it can be scanned with the new QR code:

As new information comes in pertaining to the non-profit community, I include it at the blog here: https://philslist.org/blog. Events are listed on our Facebook Page at this link.

Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,200 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Electronic Benefit Transfer) card.

About Museums for All – Museums for All

About Museums for All

See the Facebook page for more information

Are you a published Local Author with an item in UCL’s collection? Interested in serving on UCL’s Local Author Panel for NaNoWriMo 2023? Please complete the form https://ow.ly/mFG550PGQrM for consideration by/before Wednesday, November 1st.

The Local Author Panel event is set for Saturday, November 18 (10 a.m – 11 a.m.) at the Main Library in Monroe.

Moderated panel topics will include the writing & publishing processes and general Q&A from the audience. Questions? Contact ucpl.reference@unioncountync.gov

Calling all community members: HealthQuest has a variety of opportunities for you to volunteer, including once a week, every few weeks, on specific days of the month, or to fill in for last-minute needs.

View and complete their Volunteer Application at https://healthquestpharmacy.org/ or call 704-226-2050 to get started.

If your children are still in need of basic school supplies, the J. Ray Shute Center at 506 E. Green Street will be giving them out while supplies last or until 4 today. There is also an event tonight at Wingate Elementary School from 4:30 – 6:30 and one at Monroe High School Saturday morning. Please see our Facebook page for details.

Thrive! Union is hosting a Community Resource Fair on Thursday, August 24th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Union County Human Services Agency, 2330 Concord Avenue, Monroe, NC 28110. 

With the official start of summer here, Union County Human Services would like to take a moment to provide some tips on how to stay safe while enjoying the warmer weather and longer days. According to the CDC, over 4,000 fatal unintentional drownings take place annually.

Taking swimming lessons can help prevent accidental drownings and save lives! 

Underneath is a list of local organizations that provide swim lessons to Union County residents. Other neighboring organizations may provide these services as well. The color swimsuit that children wear can also help prevent accidental drownings. Wearing bright colors, such as pink, orange, and red, that are visible through the water can help draw attention to anyone that may be drowning. Remember, only swim in pools, ponds, & lakes with lifeguards on duty. See the fliers for more information.