Inside the Impact: United Way of the Mohawk Valley Podcast

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Inside the Impact takes you into the heart of the Mohawk Valley, sharing the people, programs, and moments that are making a real difference. We go behind the scenes with our United Way team to highlight our services and programs, and through honest conversations and inspiring stories, we show how community members, local partners, and organizations are coming together to strengthen our region and create lasting change.

Episodes

  1. Episode #2: Honoree Breakfast Spotlight: Jesenia Wright

    MAR 16

    Episode #2: Honoree Breakfast Spotlight: Jesenia Wright

    In our second episode of Inside the Impact, we celebrate Women’s History Month with a homegrown leader who defines "grit and grace." We sit down with Jesenia Wright, our 2026 Community Voice & Advocacy Impact Award recipient, for an inspiring look at the journey of how her life came to be. Jesenia shares how her lived experience in the Mohawk Valley fueled her passion for advocacy and led to her clinical leadership at ICAN and the founding of GivingsCloset. The conversation explores what it means to lead with authenticity and the "full-circle" moments that come with pouring back into the community that raised her. This episode also kicks off our countdown to the 2nd Annual Honoree Breakfast on May 6th, where we will celebrate Jesenia and seven other incredible changemakers. Tune in to hear how this local leader is making a lasting impact and making our region stronger. Support the show About United Way of the Mohawk Valley United Way of the Mohawk Valley works to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community. Through this podcast, we share stories, conversations, and insights that highlight the work we do and the people who make it possible across Oneida and Herkimer Counties. Our efforts focus on three key areas: Health & Wellness, Economic Stability, and Community Responsiveness. By partnering with nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders, we invest in programs and solutions that support individuals and families, respond to urgent needs, and create lasting change. United Way of the Mohawk Valley also serves as the local 211 Helpline provider, connecting residents to essential services and resources 24/7. To learn more about our work, get involved, or support our mission, visit www.unitedwaymv.org

    37 min
  2. Episode #1: Behind the Scenes, with our CEO

    FEB 16

    Episode #1: Behind the Scenes, with our CEO

    In our first episode of Inside the Impact, we sit down with United Way of the Mohawk Valley CEO and Executive Director Sue Litera to deep-dive into leadership, community, and the work happening behind the scenes. Sue shares insights into what drives her, the values guiding United Way, and how everyday efforts come together to make a difference in the Mohawk Valley. Through the discussion, it will give a glimpse into our impact, learn what motivates our leading the charge, and hear about ways to get involved in meaningful change. This episode is just the beginning, setting the stage for stories about the people, programs, and partnerships shaping our community. Support the show About United Way of the Mohawk Valley United Way of the Mohawk Valley works to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community. Through this podcast, we share stories, conversations, and insights that highlight the work we do and the people who make it possible across Oneida and Herkimer Counties. Our efforts focus on three key areas: Health & Wellness, Economic Stability, and Community Responsiveness. By partnering with nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders, we invest in programs and solutions that support individuals and families, respond to urgent needs, and create lasting change. United Way of the Mohawk Valley also serves as the local 211 Helpline provider, connecting residents to essential services and resources 24/7. To learn more about our work, get involved, or support our mission, visit www.unitedwaymv.org

    21 min
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Inside the Impact takes you into the heart of the Mohawk Valley, sharing the people, programs, and moments that are making a real difference. We go behind the scenes with our United Way team to highlight our services and programs, and through honest conversations and inspiring stories, we show how community members, local partners, and organizations are coming together to strengthen our region and create lasting change.

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