SOUTH BEND â The United Way of St. Joseph County hopes to break ground this spring on the Southeast Neighborhood Center that would fill a vacant block at Dubail and Fellows streets, at least half of which would provide high-quality child care for up to 112 kids.
As announced two years ago, it aims to reach low-income and under-served residents, including space for health services and youth and senior programs, too.
The fundraising campaign for the center has raised almost 93% of the $4.2 million thatâs needed â an amount that could fluctuate with the costs of materials during the pandemic, said Lauren Smyth, the United Wayâs vice president of advancement.