What’s going on at UP
In the news:
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Louisville nonprofit celebrates 6 years of helping homeless women and children
WDRB — Uniting Partners for Women and Children provides a day shelter and support services.
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Uplift 2024
Mark your calendar to join us for our SIXTH annual UPlift on September 14th, 2024 at the newly renovated Crowne Plaza 830 Phillips Ln. Louisville, KY 40209. This gorgeous venue will be complete with hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, silent and live auction.
UPlift will unite the voices and stories of the women we serve, share the impact of our mission, and highlight the community partnerships that allow us to make a difference every day. Through a photography exhibit of empowered women, silent & live auction, and a gallery display from the voices of some of our clients, we will tell their stories and ours.
Tickets on sale now!
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UP for Women & Children join Dawne Gee to speak on upcoming events.
Deanna Keal, Development Director at UP, speaks with Dawne Gee about our 6th Anniversary and Uplift 2024.
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You're invited to UP's 6th Anniversary Party!
As we embark on our 6 year anniversary, we are excited to open our doors and invite you to join us at UP in celebration of 6 year of operations.
You have played a such an imperative role in our success! We are thrilled to be able to offer tours of our space and highlight the incredible work that is being done at UP to carry out our mission.
We cannot thank you enough for your support through the last 6 years and look forward to celebrating with you on July 19th.
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In the News: WLKY
"UP For Women in Louisville helping abused, trafficked women find independence"
Thank you WLKY for sitting down with our Executive Director, Amy Meredith and Development Director Deanna Keal to talk all about UP and what 2024 holds for us!
UP For Women has a couple of big events coming up this year.
First, in July, UP will be holding its six-year anniversary party complete with tours of its facilities, a warm meal and celebration for families.
On Sept. 14 at the Crowne Plaza, we will be holding our annual UPlift! event.
See the video for more information.
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Today's Woman Most Admired Woman 2024 Nominee
Congratulations to Co-founder and Executive Director Amy Meredith for your nomination for Today’s Woman Most Admired Woman Award in Community and Sisterhood! VOTING ENDS APRIL 30.
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Today's Woman Most Admired Woman 2024 Nominee
Congratulations to UP Board Development Chair April Zik for your nomination for Today’s Woman Most Admired Woman Award in Nonprofit Leadership! VOTING ENDS APRIL 30.
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March Newsletter
Our March newsletter is out now! We talk about our goals this year, and how YOU can get involved with UP.
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In the News: WLKY
“UP for Women and Children expanding in 2024 after seeing increase in need last year”
Thank you WLKY for sitting down with our Executive Director, Amy Meredith, to talk all about UP and what 2024 holds for us!
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WDRB: "Nowhere to Go"
Thank you to WDRB for sitting down with our Executive Director, Amy Meredith, to discuss how we are looking to expand our services and more!
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$100,000 Grant Winner - Impact 100 Louisville
UP is incredibly honored to be the recipient of the Impact 100 Louisville $100,000 grant! Over 100 people applied, and we were one of the five winners!
This grant will enable us to continue expanding our services for the continually increasing numbers of women and children experiencing homelessness! In a community with so many passionate nonprofits providing incredible services, we are so grateful to be chosen and we cannot wait to see what the future holds.
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Louisville Business First - Partners in Philanthropy
Our founder and Executive Director, Amy Meredith, was a recipient of the Nonprofit Visionary Leader Award from Louisville Business First!
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January Newsletter
Our January newsletter is out now! We talk about our goals this year, and how YOU can get involved with UP.
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UPLift 2023
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"Living Life Homeless" Today's Woman September 2021
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“Sheltering the Vulnerable” U of L News April 2019
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"The Gift of Uplifting Support" Today's Woman December 2019
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"One Time of Day They're Not Harassed" Courier Journal October 2019
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"Nonprofit Supports Homeless Women and Children with New Fundraiser" TOPS Louisville August 2019
Events:
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Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday was a huge success! With the support of our community, we were able to stock up on essential items for the winter time. Thank you from UP!
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Give for Good
Save the date! Give for Good Louisville is this Thursday, September 14th! Join us online for the biggest day of giving in Louisville and show your support for UP. Every dollar counts towards helping us reach our goal of $7,500!
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National Women’s Shelter Network Conference
For the first time, our Executive Director, Amy Meredith, will be attending the National Women’s Shelter Network Conference. We are so excited for the opportunity to connect with representatives from other women’s shelters across the country!
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UPLift 2023
UPLift 2023 was a night to remember! For the first time we hosted at the Frazier History Museum, and even had a cocktail hour before our program started. Over 300 people were in attendance as we had the opportunity to share our story, progress, and goals for the year. This year in addition to our bourbon and wine pull and auctions, we also introduced a raffle that was a huge success!
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UP Turned 5!
On Friday, July 14th, UP celebrated our 5 year anniversary! We were thrilled to partner with Kroger to help us throw a birthday party for our clients that included lunch and birthday treats. We also, for the very first time opened our doors to our supporters during operating hours. This allowed those who joined us to see our amazing team working on our mission to break the barriers to help women, children and marginalized genders leave homelessness for good.
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30 for 30
30 Guests with $30. Help us be a solution for homeless women and children in Louisville!