UNITED WAY OF JASPER COUNTY|
UNITED IS THE WAY
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The United Way of Jasper County is a nonprofit organization that brings together individuals and resources to advance the common good in Jasper County, Iowa.
Our vision is to foster strong, resilient, and equitable communities where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and live their best life. This vision is realized through our strategic priorities, which focus on: 1) Healthy Community; 2) Youth Opportunity; 3) Financial Security; and 4) Community Resiliency UNITED IS THE WAY encapsulates the essence of unity and collaboration, highlighting the power of collective action in achieving greater impact. By uniting with private, public, and nonprofit partners, UWJC is tackling significant challenges and working towards improving education, enhancing economic mobility, and strengthening health resources in the community. |
Upholding our commitment to creating a positive and enduring influence, UWJC is paving the way for a brighter future for the residents of Jasper County.
UNITED IS THE WAY: Together we do more than any of us could do alone! To make an online gift to United Way of Jasper County visit our secure donation portal at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/uwojccd/ |
EVENTS & NEWS|
UWJC, Window World host free community movie - "White Christmas" - set for Dec. 6 at Capitol II
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Enjoy one of the most iconic Christmas movies at the historic Capitol II Theatre in downtown Newton this holiday season.
The 1954 classic "White Christmas" will be showing for free at Capitol II thanks to sponsors United Way of Jasper County and Window World of Des Moines & Cedar Rapids. The movie is about a successful song-and-dance team who become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general just in time for Christmas. The film features Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen. The title track "White Christmas," written by Irving Berlin, remains the best selling song of all time with 50 million singles sold. The movie is free and open to all ages. Show time is 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec.6, at Capitol II Theatre in Newton. Freewill donations accepted for United Way of Jasper County. For more information about the movie theatre visit www.capitol2.com Sponsored by: Window World of Des Moines https://www.windowworlddesmoines.com/ |
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NEW EVENT! Spring Classic Showdown Top Golf Tourney set for March 29, 2026
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Thaw out and enjoy some fun during a new event hosted by The IOWA Foundation and United Way of Jasper County!
The Gregg Young Automotive Group in Newton Spring Classic Showdown will be an afternoon of fun, food, prizes, special guests and golf at Topgolf Des Moines, 7680 Coachlight Dr. in West Des Moines. Join us Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 1-4 p.m. for a great way to welcome spring and support two amazing Central Iowa non-profits ~ The IOWA Foundation and United Way of Jasper County. REGISTRATION: +Individual registration is $150 per person +Reserved bay for 6 is $750 Registration includes play, appetizers, drink tickets, chances to win prizes and a heck of a great time as we defrost from Iowa's winter chill. All proceeds will support The IOWA Foundation & United Way of Jasper County. |
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United Way of Jasper Co. speaker series
'Voices of Inspiration' returns fall 2025
NEWTON - United Way of Jasper County's innovative and educational programming “Voices of Inspiration” second annual spring series will kick off for fall 2026.
“Voices of Inspiration” will feature engaging speakers who will inspire, motivate and inform the audience. The series aligns with the core mission of United Way of Jasper County, which is to uplift and empower the community, and promote life-long learning.
FALL 2025 LINEUP INCLUDES:
● William Pack - professional magician and historian - Sept. 11
● Bev Klingensmith & Bing - Owner and movie star dog - Sept. 25
● Colin Behr - fashion designer and publisher, Nike shoe designer - Oct. 23
● Tyler Sullivan - Iowa Scenic Views By Feet author and speaker - Nov. 6
● Sarah Pratt - Butter Cow Sculptor - Nov. 13
Adults and students alike are encouraged to attend. The event is open to all with a free-will admission collected to help continue and grow the speaker series.
The program is made possible thanks to generous support from presenting sponsors Dodd's Trash Hauling & Recycling and Black Hills Energy. Additional funding and support is from Ryan's Tire & Auto, Doug & Rhonda Wolf Family, Pence-Reese Funeral Home, Jessica Lowe Vokes and Erik Vokes and DMACC Newton Campus.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
● Doors open at 6 p.m. No early admission will be allowed.
● Please no recording. Photographs are welcome.
● Admission is free but donations are accepted to support our mission.
● Seating is first come, first served
“Voices of Inspiration” will feature engaging speakers who will inspire, motivate and inform the audience. The series aligns with the core mission of United Way of Jasper County, which is to uplift and empower the community, and promote life-long learning.
FALL 2025 LINEUP INCLUDES:
● William Pack - professional magician and historian - Sept. 11
● Bev Klingensmith & Bing - Owner and movie star dog - Sept. 25
● Colin Behr - fashion designer and publisher, Nike shoe designer - Oct. 23
● Tyler Sullivan - Iowa Scenic Views By Feet author and speaker - Nov. 6
● Sarah Pratt - Butter Cow Sculptor - Nov. 13
Adults and students alike are encouraged to attend. The event is open to all with a free-will admission collected to help continue and grow the speaker series.
The program is made possible thanks to generous support from presenting sponsors Dodd's Trash Hauling & Recycling and Black Hills Energy. Additional funding and support is from Ryan's Tire & Auto, Doug & Rhonda Wolf Family, Pence-Reese Funeral Home, Jessica Lowe Vokes and Erik Vokes and DMACC Newton Campus.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
● Doors open at 6 p.m. No early admission will be allowed.
● Please no recording. Photographs are welcome.
● Admission is free but donations are accepted to support our mission.
● Seating is first come, first served
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
PRESENTING SPONSORS:
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PARTNER SPONSORS:
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Doug & Rhonda Wolf FamilyJessica & Erik Vokes |
United Way of Jasper County awards $185,000 in grants to Jasper County health human service programs
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The United Way of Jasper County proudly announces that it has awarded $185,000 in grant funding to support health and human service programs serving the people of Jasper County.
The funds were awarded April 1 to 13 agencies to help fund in full or part 16 different health and human service programs for $181,505. The programs range from food assistance to child care, access to medical care to homeless prevention. An additional $3,500 was earmarked for the school-based AmeriCorps literacy program and direct programming from United Way of Jasper County. "These grant funds will help ensure people have their basic needs met from food to housing, mental health care to child care, the need is great in Jasper County as 31% of residents are considered 'working poor' or they can't make ends meet while working," said UWJC Executive Director Jessica Lowe Vokes. "Our programs are aimed at helping people in an emergency and who are on the bubble - as in they make too much money or do not qualify for aid. Hard working people need help sometimes too and that's what UWJC's programs help with," she added. The funds are allocated come from the United Way's annual fall campaign when hundreds of caring, generous people donate to the cause. The UWJC also receives grants and many events like bingo, golf tournaments and raffles are held throughout the year to help ensure funding is available. "Every year our campaign starts at $0 and we cannot do anything without the amazing and generous people who give and support United Way of Jasper County," said UWJC Board President Deb Pence. In the past 10 years, the United Way of Jasper County has invested more than $2 million into Jasper County nonprofits to help meet the needs of its citizens and help stabilize lives. While UWJC does not provide direct services, the funding does support these programs and staff can help make referrals and find assistance programs for those in need. Lowe Vokes also encourages people to call the free 24/7 hotline of 2-1-1 when looking for aid, or refer to the Jasper County Resource Guide: https://www.jasperia.org/resources/ "We don't want to just fund programs we want to raise awareness so if you, a friend, a loved one, a coworker are ever in need you know where to find helpful resources," Lowe Vokes said. "Jasper County folks are proud but it is OK to ask for help so you can get back on your feet. We see a lot of people then turn around and pay it forward and help someone else. That is what Iowa Nice is." |
2025-2026 Grant Awards:The following is a list of non-profit agencies and programs that received UWJC funding for 2025-2026 FY:
Camp Fire - Providing financial support so children can receive before/after school and summer time care in Prairie City and soon in Monroe - $4,000 Clearview Recovery – access to recovery treatment for Jasper County residents at Clearview and Phoenix House - $38,005 Crisis Canines of the Midlands – help train and support Crisis Response Therapy Dog teams in First Responder agencies in Jasper County - $5,000 Family Crisis Center – advocacy for victims of and prevention of domestic violence; financial support of “safe houses” located in Newton; and free office space in our building - $30,000 Food Bank of Iowa – assistance with food banks located at Newton’s four elementary schools, middle school and WEST Academy, and the Back Pack Buddy program for Newton elementary students, also providing food bank assistance in Monroe and Prairie City through the schools - $7,500 Kid Assist – provides adapted equipment (car seats, toys, walkers, swings, etc.) to allow children with a physical or mental handicap to be able to live a normal and productive life at home and school; community spaces accessibility improvements; ramp building - $5,000 Girl Scouts – scholarships for registration fees, books and gear, and camps - $1,000 Habitat for Humanity - Jasper County – Extensive home repair program for low-income families, building ramps, and ensuring homes are structurally safe, providing financial counseling and getting people into permanent housing - $$5,000 iJAG – Job training for youth who are at risk and follow up after graduation - $4,000 Peck Child Development – ensuring affordable child care and summer care programs - $10,000 Progress Industries – providing home and community-based services for individuals with a disability - $26,000 Jasper County RSVP – tax preparation assistance; transportation to medical appointments; and Heart Literacy program in Newton and Baxter schools - $19,000 Salvation Army – assistance for shelter, food, utilities, prescriptions and clothing - $27,000 AmeriCorps Iowa - school-based supplemental reading assistance for Newton elementary students - $1,000 United Way of Jasper County programming - $2500 |
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PO Box 844 312 First Ave. W. Newton, Iowa 50208 [email protected] 641-792-1684 |
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