United Way of Tarrant County

Wow!!! We had so much fun yesterday at the Leadership Launchpad panel hosted by United Way of Tarrant County Emerging Leaders United. Yours truly, served as the moderator amongst amazing leaders sharing their key insights on leadership, mentorship and building a personal brand. Thank you Jason Kleman with QuikTrip, Rosa Maria Berdeja with the Law office of Rosa Maria Berdeja, and Emma J. Stevens with Lockheed Martin for filling our cups by sharing your time, wisdom, and insights. Shoutout to Adam Powell, Andrew McGee Dominique Cooke for kicking things off and Ariela Martinez for sharing an awesome scholarship opportunity. Last but not least, HUGE shoutout to the members of our steering committee for helping to make this event a reality: Dominique Brown, MPA Kiara Bowers, Denise M. Nicholas Ditto Antonese Davis, M. Ed. Ryian Williams Herrell P Washington Hannah Lathen Alyssa Studer Anna Mpinga M.Ed If you attended, please drop some of your key takeaways in the comments. #UWTarrant #EmergingLeadersUnited #LeadershipLaunchpad #GetUnited

Looking for housing resources to support our community? Don't miss the April Greater Arlington Resource Sharing Group Meeting, designed for nonprofit professionals like you! Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Noon - 1:30 p.m. George W. Hawkes Downtown Library 100 S Center St, Arlington, TX 76010 Virtual option available on Microsoft Teams This is an opportunity to share knowledge, connect with resources and collaborate on ways to ensure stable housing for all. Join the conversation and be part of the solution. Register here: https://bit.ly/4j0MIz9 #GetUnited #UWTarrant

What happens when TCU and United Way of Tarrant County (UWTC) come together? Opportunities for YOU! UWTC and the Texas Christian University - M.J. Neeley School of Business are proud to offer two incredible scholarships designed to shape the next generation of business leaders: 🎓 Full-Time Scholarship: Valued at over $120,000, this award covers the full tuition and fees for earning a top-tier Full-Time MBA at TCU. 🎓 Up to $20,000 Scholarship: Tailored for working professionals pursuing a Professional MBA, this award helps make your educational goals achievable. Both scholarships are open to college graduates with at least two years of professional work experience. Your application for admission doubles as your scholarship application. Be sure to indicate "United Way of Tarrant County" as your affiliation. Once admitted to the program, your admission file will automatically be evaluated for scholarship eligibility. The application fee is waived for UWTC applicants. Full-time scholarship applications are due April 1. Professional MBA scholarship applications are due June 15 for the spring semester and Nov. 15 for the fall semester. Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/42OoH9T #GetUnited #MBAScholarship #UWTarrant #TCUNeeley Texas Christian University

The countdown is on! Leadership Launch Pad is just days away—don't miss your chance to connect, learn and grow with top executives in Tarrant County. Wednesday, March 26 at 8 a.m. Location: United Way of Tarrant County We've lined up an inspiring panel discussion featuring top executives and leaders from across Tarrant County: Rosa Maria Berdeja, owner, The Law Office of Rosa Maria Berdeja Emma J. Stevens, small business/supplier diversity programs site lead, Lockheed Martin Jason Kleman, personnel manager, QuikTrip DFW Division Gain actionable insights to accelerate your career, network with influential leaders and like-minded professionals and learn directly from executives representing some of Tarrant County’s leading organizations. Register now: https://bit.ly/3Cw9uPV #GetUnited #UWTarrant #EmergingLeadersUnited

March is Social Work Month and we’re celebrating the incredible social workers on our team! From creating brighter futures for youth through the One Second Collaborative to advocating tirelessly for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers in our Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County, our social workers are the driving force behind positive change in our community. Show your appreciation by dropping a “THANK YOU” in the comments or tagging a social worker who deserves a special shoutout. #SocialWorkMonth #UWTarrant #GetUnited

Lupita Macias is making a meaningful impact in Tarrant County. As a service navigator for the Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County (AAATC), she connects older adults with essential support to help them live independently and with dignity. In her role, she visits clients in their homes, carefully assessing their needs to connect them with the most effective support. Through AAATC’s services—including health maintenance, residential repairs, and personal assistance or respite care—clients receive practical solutions that improve their daily lives. With a deep-rooted passion for service, Lupita finds the most rewarding aspect of her work to be building relationships with clients and seeing firsthand the impact of AAATC’s care. She recalls a time when a client passed away shortly after she assisted him. The client’s caregiver expressed appreciation for Lupita and the work AAATC did to provide necessities in his final days. Lupita also is committed to raising awareness within the Hispanic and Latino community about aging and caregiving resources. When she’s not spending time with clients, the Tarleton State University alum enjoys watching her favorite wrestler, WWE’s Roman Reigns, spending time with family and friends, baking, listening to true crime podcasts or walking her dog, Raider. Discover how Lupita and the rest of the AAATC team can support you or a loved one. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48kGcOQ #AreaAgencyOnAging #GetUnited #UWTarrant

Lupita Macias is making a meaningful impact in Tarrant County. As a service navigator for the Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County (AAATC), she connects older adults with essential support to help them live independently and with dignity. In her role, she visits clients in their homes, carefully assessing their needs to connect them with the most effective support. Through AAATC’s services—including health maintenance, residential repairs, and personal assistance or respite care—clients receive practical solutions that improve their daily lives. With a deep-rooted passion for service, Lupita finds the most rewarding aspect of her work to be building relationships with clients and seeing firsthand the impact of AAATC’s care. She recalls a time when a client passed away shortly after she assisted him. The client’s caregiver expressed appreciation for Lupita and the work AAATC did to provide necessities in his final days. Lupita also is committed to raising awareness within the Hispanic and Latino community about aging and caregiving resources. When she’s not spending time with clients, the Tarleton State University alum enjoys watching her favorite wrestler, WWE’s Roman Reigns, spending time with family and friends, baking, listening to true crime podcasts or walking her dog, Raider. Discover how Lupita and the rest of the AAATC team can support you or a loved one. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48kGcOQ #AreaAgencyOnAging #GetUnited #UWTarrant

Act fast—tickets are now on sale! Join us for the 2025 Women United Investing in Impact Luncheon, hosted by UWTC’s Women United Steering Committee. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. River Ranch Stockyards 500 NE 23rd St., Fort Worth, TX 76164 During the luncheon, Women United will award $75,000 to organizations helping women and girls acquire quality education, improve job skills or gain opportunities to change their lives. You'll also hear from our featured speaker, Tamiko Bailey, a U.S. Air Force service-disabled veteran whose distinguished military career included two tours in Saudi Arabia during Operation Southern Watch. As founder and CEO of Bailey's Premier Services, Tamiko was named 2024 Texas Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. 🎟 Purchase your table or individual tickets here: https://lnkd.in/geUdQbcS #WomenUnited #GetUnited #UWTarrant #InvestingInImpact

Community impact isn’t just Adam D. Powell’s passion—it’s in his DNA. Shaped by a family legacy of service as the son of a groundbreaking state trooper and a dedicated social worker, Adam’s journey to his current role as president and CEO of United Way of Tarrant County is a proof of a lifelong commitment to transformation. In his latest blog post, Adam shares how his upbringing, experiences and unwavering dedication fuel his vision for a stronger, more resilient Tarrant County. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hCAxaG #GetUnited #UWTarrant

Caring for a loved one with dementia or working with patients facing memory loss? Join us virtually for the upcoming Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Coalition meeting on Wednesday, March 26, at 12:30 p.m. Hear from Sara Murphy, PhD, assistant professor at the UNT Health Science Center, about the new GUIDE program—Guiding and Improved Dementia Experience. The ADRC Coalition is a network of partners committed to meeting the needs of older adults, individuals with disabilities and caregivers. This meeting is a valuable opportunity to stay informed and connect with community organizations. RSVP or reach out with questions to info@tarrantcountyadrc.org. #GetUnited #UWTarrant