United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore and Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Business After Hours Event

Salisbury, MD – United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) and Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) were pleased to co-host Business After Hours on Thursday, February 13, 2025.  Guests enjoyed lite fare by Dinner Express and Modern Graze, won door prizes, and supported a 50/50 raffle to benefit the SACC Foundation’s Wor-Wic Scholarship Fund.

While networking with SACC members and UWLES staff, board, and advisory council members, attendees learned how UWLES mobilizes the community into action to create lasting change.  “We’re proud to celebrate 80 years of local impact,” shared UWLES President/CEO Pam Gregory.  “We and our partners focus on improving health & wellbeing, helping youth realize their full potential, and creating a stronger financial future for every generation.  Our donors and volunteers make it possible for our direct programs, partnerships and collaborations to lift up more than 1 in 3 neighbors annually,” stated Gregory, noting that more resources and funding are needed to help our community thrive.

In addition to sharing ways for businesses of any size to empower employees through workplace campaigns, volunteering and sponsorships, UWLES shared about Over the Edge for ALICE® – a new, exciting fundraiser where thrill-seekers of all ages can raise funds to rappel down The Ross on May 2^nd in downtown Salisbury.  Guests learned about the needs and challenges over 43% of local households face as ALICE (Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed), the Lower Shore neighbors who are working hard but struggling monthly to make ends meet.  Guests were assured that all dollars UWLES raises throughout the year help neighbors across Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties.

For more information about UWLES’ local impact and partnerships, ways to volunteer or get involved, and the Over the Edge event, follow them on socials, visit uwles.org, or call 410-742-5143.

About United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore: 

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), celebrating 80 years of local service, harnesses the power of our community to advance health, education, and financial stability for all neighbors in Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. UWLES and their community partners help empower Lower Shore residents by addressing barriers for better health, supporting educational success for learners of all ages, and strengthening economic security for local households. UWLES provides direct services, collaborates with stakeholders, and supports dozens of local nonprofits to strengthen the entire community, impacting 1 in every 3 neighbors annually. Through the Get Connected Volunteer Center, UWLES connects over 200 nonprofits with community members who want to get involved. For more information on United Way or to help make a difference visit: www.uwles.org, www.ShoreGetConnected.org, Facebook@uwles, Instagram@unitedwayles, LinkedIN@uwles or X@UNITEDWAY_LES.