Advocacy

211 Maryland
United Way of Calvert County (UWCC)advocates locally for 2-1-1 Maryland. The 2-1-1 hotline connects individuals to important community health and human service resources statewide 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in over 150 languages. Individuals can dial the 2-1-1 call center on their telephone or go online to access services.

Family Wize Partnership
UWCC partners with FamilyWize to reduce the cost of medicine for families living in our community. FamilyWize develops a FREE and easy-to-use prescription discount card that UWCC promotes and distributes to local agencies, physicians, hospitals and pharmacies. In 2008-09, UWCC helped residents reduce their costs for medicine by over $270,000, making Calvert  County the highest savings in the state. Download a prescription discount card or to learn more about Family Wize.

End Hunger in Calvert
United Way partner agencies, Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry and Catholic Charities, along with numerous area churches and food pantries bring awareness to the hunger problem in our community every October. This extraordinary effort brings in hundreds of thousands of pounds of food, and unites our community around an important cause. Learn more about End Hunger and get involved!

Safe Nights
Since the fall of 2007, UWCC has given support to Safe Nights, a new program in Calvert County that provides emergency shelter  during the harsh winter months. Currently, UWCC serves on the Safe Nights Board, and supports their efforts to get established. Safe Nights coordinates over 30 local church congregations in providing host shelters, giving the homeless a warm bed and three nutritious meals in a safe environment. Individuals can register at Catholic Charities. Walk-ins are welcome from 9 am to 11:30 am or 1 pm to 3:30 pm on weekdays. For more information, e-mail Safenights.

Calvert County Mentoring Partnership
UWCC serves as an active member of the Calvert County Mentoring Partnership (CCMP), advocating for youth, and promoting awareness of mentoring opportunities in our community. UWCC staff and board members play critical roles in coordinating and carrying out the Annual Mentoring Breakfast and Job Shadow Day. To get involved, e-mail CCMP Chair Lorraine Joyner.