The Weld Together Podcast

United Way of Weld County Colorado
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Hear stories and updates you won't hear anywhere else. Learn how real people in northern Colorado are working hard to solve some of the community's greatest challenges. The word 'weld' means to join together. Hosted by United Way of Weld County, you'll hear from our staff, volunteers, and our community partners about the incredible change that's possible when we come together for good. Welcome to the Weld Together Podcast.  To learn more, visit www.unitedway-weld.org.

  1. 4d ago

    Undaunted: One Woman's Life in the ALICE Gap

    A story of resilience and generosity, from right here in Weld County. Today we talk with Pu Meh, a mother of three, medical assistant, and bright spirit who takes us inside "life in the middle" as an ALICE family. We talk about What is Alice?, staying courageous in the midst of great challenges, and how our response to difficulties shapes our lives. Stay inspired: Like and Subscribe to help us grow the podcast and share stories of a community coming together for good. To learn more, visit www.UnitedWay-Weld.org.

    27 min

  2. Jun 2

    15 - Giving Does Good in Stereo with Nate Taverner

    Giving has been shown in recent studies to benefit the giver as well as the receiver. So, we're revisiting this uplifting and creative conversation with Nate Taverner, VP of Development, where he shares what philanthropy can mean to a life well lived. Stay inspired! If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe. It helps others hear good news happening in Colorado and beyond. To learn more, visit www.WeldTogether-Weld.org

    26 min

  3. May 21

    14 - "We Don't Get These Years Back:" The Promise of Early Childhood Care

    Some conversations are too good to miss, which is why we're offering you this energizing and fascinating interview with Stacy Howard of the Buell Foundation, originally aired on the podcast last year. It's worth hearing again: Nearly 90% of a child's brain develops before age five - which makes this an urgent conversation to be a part of, and as you'll hear, an inspiring one. You won't want to miss all that Stacy unpacks for us regarding the science of childhood development, and the ripple effects of care over a lifetime. Learn more and donate at www.UnitedWay-Weld.org

    34 min

  4. May 7

    13 - Care that Lasts a Lifetime: Child Care at Home

    Across the nation, generous people have chosen to open their own homes to offer licensed child care to other families. They willingly renovate their homes, and often their own careers, to welcome little ones into their care. What happens in a home child care setting? In this episode, Jane Martin, United Way of Weld County's Childcare Coordinator -- and a former at-home child care provider herself -- opens a window into the inner workings of creating a business of care that not only empowers parents to go to work, it creates bonds that last a lifetime. Subscribe to stay inspired -- and see the difference you can make at ⁠www.UnitedWay-Weld.org.

    33 min

  5. Apr 21

    12 - Family, Friends & Neighbors: The Hidden Heroes of Child Care

    Family, friends and neighbors are the people who make up our lives. They also make up the largest, but perhaps most hidden child care workforce. Over 65% of young children in Weld County rely on family, friends, or neighbors (FFNs) for care while their parents are at work. These providers look like grandmothers, aunties, former teachers, and willing community members who step up and open their own homes to children. Lorena Ruiz and her team supports FFN's with training, resources, and support. As she shares in this episode, do not think of FFN's as babysitters; "FFN's are not informal," she shares, "they're foundational." In this episode, we learn what it takes to become an FFN, and Lorena shares her own story about the moment she found she needed an FFN herself. Subscribe to stay inspired -- and see the difference you can make at www.UnitedWay-Weld.org

    29 min

  6. Apr 7

    11 - The Vision is Personal, with CEO Melanie Woolman

    What would it look like if we could walk each other home at the end of a day? This question lay at the root of a childhood experience of United Way of Weld County's CEO, Melanie Woolman and what shapes her role as a parent and an advocate today. In this episode, she opens up about why the vision for early childhood care is a personal one, and shares one small act of service we can do that will literally change the world. Subscribe to stay inspired -- and learn more about the difference you make at www.UnitedWay-Weld.org.

    23 min

  7. Mar 21

    10 - An Easy Tax Credit that Truly Changes Lives: Colorado Childcare Contribution Tax Credit

    Did you know that you can get 50% back on an eligible donation, just by claiming a Colorado tax credit...and it will literally change lives at the same time? It's quick and simple to do! In this episode, we walk you through (step by easy step) how to claim the tax credit for yourself -- in less than 3 minutes. Anyone in Colorado can take the Childcare Contribution Tax Credit when they donate to an eligible program. Coloradoans have already invested $66 million through this tax credit alone, which helps fill the gap in childcare across the state. Why not join us? Get out your computer and press play on this episode to claim the credit for yourself. Learn more and donate at www.UnitedWay-Weld.org.

    18 min
  8. 09 - How to Listen, Community-Wide with Ty Lamm

    Mar 7

    09 - How to Listen, Community-Wide with Ty Lamm

    Before United Way begins a single project, the first step is to listen to the local community, to hear directly from the people facing a particular challenge. How do we listen to so many communities across the 4,000 square miles? In this episode, Ty Lamm, Coordinator of Collective Impact, shares how United Way connects with our neighbors directly, from one edge of Weld County to another.  To learn more or donate, visit www.UnitedWay-Weld.org.

    23 min
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Hear stories and updates you won't hear anywhere else. Learn how real people in northern Colorado are working hard to solve some of the community's greatest challenges. The word 'weld' means to join together. Hosted by United Way of Weld County, you'll hear from our staff, volunteers, and our community partners about the incredible change that's possible when we come together for good. Welcome to the Weld Together Podcast.  To learn more, visit www.unitedway-weld.org.

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  • Creator
    United Way of Weld County Colorado
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © United Way of Weld County Colorado
  • Show Website
    The Weld Together Podcast