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ALICE 2025 Report
New research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistanceIn 2023, 37% of workers in Illinois’ 20 most common jobs lived in households that couldn’t afford basics, according to new data from Batavia United...
Board Spotlight – Christina Marotta
Christina Marotta: A Champion for Batavia’s YouthAs 2025 progresses, Batavia United Way is taking a moment to celebrate the remarkable contributions of our current Vice President, Christina Marotta. Christina has been an invaluable member of our Board of Directors...
Board Spotlight – Janel O’Connor
Board Spotlight: Janel O'Connor - Committed to Giving Back When you think of a community leader, it’s hard not to envision someone who is deeply involved, compassionate, and always ready to lend a hand. Janel O’Connor, a dedicated Board Member of Batavia United Way...
Celebrating the Impact of Volunteerism: Thank You John Dillon
At Batavia United Way, we are constantly inspired by the dedication and generosity of our volunteers. Their time, talent, and heart contribute immensely to the success of our programs and to the well-being of our community. Today, we are especially excited to...
Board Member Spotlight: Amy Nelson
Since April 2022, Amy Nelson has been a dedicated member of the Batavia United Way (BUW) Board of Directors, combining her passion for education and community service to make a meaningful impact. In addition to her role as the Community Outreach Coordinator for...
Emagine Event Supports Batavia United Way
Emagine Batavia Press Release: Celebrated star from the iconic SUPERMAN movie series, Sarah Douglas, known for her portrayal as the Kryptonian supervillain Ursa, will be at Emagine Batavia for two-days hosting special events on October 11-12, 2024. The weekend events...
Batavia United Way Supports Nourishing and Caring for Our Senior Community
A thriving community is one where every resident, regardless of age, is supported and valued. This commitment is reflected in Batavia United Way’s ongoing partnership with Kane Senior Council, where our annual community impact grant directly benefits the senior...
Empowering Literacy in Our Community: Batavia United Way Supports Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley
At Batavia United Way, we are committed to making a lasting difference in our community. One of the ways we do this is by supporting organizations that empower individuals through education and skill development. We are proud to support Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley...
Supporting Community Wellness: Batavia United Way’s Grant to the Association for Individual Development (AID)
At Batavia United Way (BUW), we believe in the power of community support to foster a healthier, more vibrant society. One of our annual contributions is the community impact grant awarded to the Association for Individual Development (AID), located in Aurora and...
Saving Lives: The Impact of Batavia United Way’s Grant on Suicide Prevention Services
A critical partnership exists between the Batavia United Way and Suicide Prevention Services of America (SPSA), and it is a testament to the community's commitment to mental health and well-being by providing essential support to those grappling with suicide and...