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Request for Proposals - Community Essentials
United we can help every person thrive. United Way has issued a Request for Proposals for Community Essentials programming. A pool of $600,000 in…
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7 Reasons Champaign County Residents Should Use 211
211 is Champaign County’s lifeline for help. In a crisis, in a disaster, in a pandemic, 211 is here to help every person in our community find food…
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The pandemic heroes you've never heard of
211: America's Lifeline to Help Day and night, the call specialists at United Way 211 talk to people who are scared, frustrated, and confused.…
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Doing Your Taxes is Almost Fun with MyFreeTaxes.com
No one loves filing taxes, right? But this year, it’s easier than ever if you use MyFreeTaxes.com.     With MyFreeTaxes®, filing your return is free…
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