FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 22, 2021
United Way Hosts 211 Info Session for Service Providers
Free virtual session April 1 offers info on 211 resource helpline
MANKATO—Greater Mankato Area United Way invites service providers in Greater Mankato to a virtual informational session on United Way’s 211 resource helpline.
The meeting will take place 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, April 1 via Zoom. It will include a presentation by a 211 program officer on how to use 211 as a service provider and will also include a Q&A.
Register: https://www.mankatounitedway.org/form/211-greater-mankato-service-prov.
United Way’s 211 helpline provides information about critical community resources. By updating their information with 211, service providers can ensure the accuracy of their service offerings, eligibility requirements and more, making it easier for community members to find the organization that can best help them.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, 211 calls have increased dramatically statewide.
“The pandemic put a spotlight on 211 as a central referral point,” said Greater Mankato Area United Way’s Community Impact Director Elizabeth Harstad. “This meeting is a great opportunity for providers to learn more about updating their information with 211 so the helpline can efficiently direct community members and other service providers to resources in our region.”
About United Way 211:
United Way 2-1-1 provides free and confidential health and human services information for people in Minnesota. 211 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to connect you with the resources and information you need. Learn more at www.211unitedway.org.
About Greater Mankato Area United Way:
Greater Mankato Area United Way programs serve more than 51,000 people in Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet and Waseca counties. In 2021, Greater Mankato Area United Way is supporting 56 programs within 36 agencies through the impact areas of basic needs, health and education. Visit the United Way website for the full agency list.
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Contacts:
Elizabeth Harstad
Greater Mankato Area United Way
ElizabethH@mankatounitedway.org
507-345-4551