The Marshall County Council members reviewed an additional appropriation request for Blue Zones health initiative Monday morning.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Approves Appropriation for Blue Zones
Bourbon Council to Consider Blue Zones
Article submitted by Jamie Fleury, Staff Writer at The Pilot News
Linda Yoder, Co-Chair on the Health and Wellness Committee for Marshall County Crossroads, presented the Blue Zones Project to the Bourbon Town Council during their regular meeting in July.
Continue reading“Rising Above” Event to Celebrate Togetherness Displayed During Flood Recovery
After historic floods impacted about 250 Marshall County homes in February of last year, many dedicated community members, as well as friendly volunteers from a far, have been actively engaging in the recovery process.
Director of Marshall County Long Term Recovery Operations Linda Yoder shared that more than 800 volunteers worked 21,704 hours in the past 13 months to help local families recover.
Continue readingMarshall County Early Childhood Coalition Receives Grant Funding
The Marshall County Early Childhood Coalition was awarded a matching grant in the amount of nearly $240,000 by the Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning organizations.
Calling all Plumbers, Electricians and Carpenters! Your Help is Needed with Flood Recovery Efforts
While the water may have receded months ago, recovery crews in Marshall County have been working nonstop since the flood hit the area hard, back in February.
Linda Yoder who serves as the Director of Marshall County United Way and the Long-Term Flood Relief Committee shared that right after the flooding, there were 113 homes that needed to be restored. There are now less than 30 homes where work is still needed. Continue reading
Flood Relief Fundraiser Set for Saturday, May 19
A fundraising event to help neighbors affected by the February flooding event is set for Saturday, May 19 at River Park Square in Plymouth.
A community benefit concert is planned from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with music from Cool Change and The Ukulele Klub of Elkhart with entertainment by the Plymouth Juggling Club, Slow Orbit and many more.
Marshall County Council Approves $25,000 in Flood Recovery Efforts
The Marshall County Council members considered a request to appropriate up to $25,000 in funds to assist those homeowners recovering from the February flood event.
Residents Affected by Flood Waters Attend Informational Meeting
Some Marshall County residents are still without shelter as they sift through wreckage of the place they formerly called home.
Several representatives from disaster relief organizations reminded residents of the efforts of volunteers to help put back the pieces after the devastation. Linda Yoder with the Long Term Recovery organization said 2-1-1 is available to assist with any questions and help direct victims to the best resources for specific issues.
Volunteer Case Managers Needed
The Marshall County Long Term Recovery Operation is in search of volunteer case managers.
The case managers will partner with those affected by the flood in Marshall County and set goals and plans to achieve those goals for recovery. The process involves outreach, screening and intake for services, assessment of disaster recovery needs, recovery planning, action and advocacy, monitoring recovery process, and closure.
Plymouth Aquatics Center, Early Childhood Center, Offices Planned
The Plymouth City Council members held the first reading of an ordinance Monday night that sets the pathway for funding the Aquatics Center, Early Childhood Learning Center and offices for the Marshall County Community Foundation and United Way organizations. They will be constructed on Miller Drive near the Lifeplex facility west of Plymouth.
Marshall County Community Foundation Now Accepting First Round of Grant Applications
The Marshall County Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for this year. If you’re seeking assistance from the organization you’ll need to act fast, as the first round of applications are due February 1st.
The grants provided support specific projects or programs throughout Marshall County, typically focusing on human services, recreation, the environment, health, education and the arts. Continue reading
Nearly $11,000 Raised for Marshall County Promise Program on Giving Tuesday
This week’s Giving Tuesday initiative proved to be a success for local community foundations. The Marshall County Community Foundation chose to focus its efforts on the Marshall County Promise program, according to Executive Director Linda Yoder. Continue reading
Triton Education Foundation Fund Created for Scholarships
The Triton Community School Corporation and the Marshall County Community Foundation have come together to help Triton students further their education with scholarship opportunities in the trades industry.
United Way Highlights Achievements at Boys and Girls Clubs
The Boys and Girls Club is helping kids through educational activities at its three Marshall County locations, thanks to the assistance of the United Way of Marshall County. Continue reading
United Way Accepting Fund Request Applications
Nonprofit organizations are invited to submit requests for funding through the United Way of Marshall County.
The United Way receives nearly $500,000 a year to help organizations with funding needs. A focus on education, health and financial stability help distribute funds to where they are needed the most.
Volunteers visit United Way member agencies and conduct an annual in-depth review. The volunteers and board members have careful deliberation to ensure that funds are distributed fairly and objectively so the they are being used in the best way to serve the community.
