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Concerns about federal funding freeze
Dear everyone, As you probably know, the federal Office of Management and Budget issued a memorandum yesterday that orders a “temporary pause of agency grant,… Read the full article: Concerns about federal funding freeze
Unity House welcomes two new board members
Unity House’s CEO Liz Smith has announced that two new community leaders have joined the nonprofit’s board of directors. Taylor Symes and Jessica Janssen, both… Read the full article: Unity House welcomes two new board members
The search for meaning: PROS creative writing class helps process traumas
Elaine Meyers, our 2024 Open Arms Award recipient, has been a dedicated volunteer with PROS for several months. This semester, she is leading a weekly… Read the full article: The search for meaning: PROS creative writing class helps process traumas
Unity House seeks nominations for 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award. This award is given by Unity House each spring in memory of Frederick J. Atkins, a beloved Cayuga County volunteer who passed away in 2009 at the age of 95. Read the full article: Unity House seeks nominations for 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award
Not Giving Up: Tina’s Story
If it weren’t for Unity House, Tina Clark would not be alive today, she said.
“Since I was 22, Unity House has been there for me,” said Tina, 52. “I never thought I’d be here today. I’m very grateful.” Read the full article: Not Giving Up: Tina’s Story
Employees of the Quarter: Q4 2024
We couldn’t deliver on our mission without our amazing employees. Each Employee of the Quarter is nominated by their peers. Each breathes life into Unity… Read the full article: Employees of the Quarter: Q4 2024
Striving for Greatness
Congratulations to the following staff members who have recently earned their NADSP DSP-III credential and/or frontline supervisor certification (FLS): Terri Craig (FLS), Manderin Darling (DSP-III,… Read the full article: Striving for Greatness
Admin office is closed New Year’s Day
Unity House’s administrative offices at 217 Genesee St. in Auburn will be closed on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. We wish you a wonderful holiday season. Read the full article: Admin office is closed New Year’s Day
Tax-Free Giving: A Better Way to Give
If you have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and are at least 70½ years old, you have a powerful tool to support the nonprofits you… Read the full article: Tax-Free Giving: A Better Way to Give