United Way of Southern West Virginia to Host Open House in Honor of National 211 Day

United Way of Southern West Virginia is excited to acknowledge National 211 Day, by hosting an Open House
at the United Way office, 110 Croft Street, Beckley, WV. 211 Day, observed on February 11th, raises awareness
for the hotline, a free confidential service, connecting people to essential non-emergency health and human
services. United Way’s Open House will be held from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 11th.
The purpose of the National 211 Day is to highlight the 211 service, which helps individuals navigate a complex,
often confusing maze of social services to find local community resources.
Trena Dacal, Executive Director of UWSWV says, “We are always open to having the community stop into our
office to provide information on the most vital services available in southern West Virginia or to ask questions
about our fundraising efforts and direct services. We’re excited to open our doors on 211 Day to host our
friends and neighbors and introduce them to our staff.” “We encourage those who want to support our work
to make a $21 (or greater) donation in honor of the 2-1-1 Information and Referral Hotline. We are so proud to
provide a vital local program and connect the residents of southern West Virginia with the resources they
need.”
United Way of Southern West Virginia supports over 30 community partners with grant funding and provides
the Equal Footing Shoe Fund and 211 Information and Referral Hotline. UWSWV’s geographic coverage area
includes: Fayette, McDowell, Mercer, Nicholas, Raleigh, Summers, and Wyoming counties and the town of
Bluefield, VA.