This is just the first round of funding from United Way. 

United Way of Rock River Valley president, Paul Logli joined the show to talk about the quarter-million dollars they raised to help local programs and businesses.

If you'd like to donate to the COVID-19 Relief fund or apply for help you can visit their site here. 

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