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In the News
Opinion: ‘Home for All’ report provides roadmap for NKY’s housing needs
The new report outlines strategies addressing the need for income-aligned housing. In this LINK nky op-ed, local leaders,...
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A woman with dark, wavy hair sits on a couch, smiling. She wears a black turtleneck sweater and a silver pendant necklace. The couch has decorative pillows in neutral tones.
Impact Stories & Features
The system said ‘no’ but United Way 211 said ‘let’s try’
After a difficult diagnosis and financial challenges, a woman found compassion and support in a phone call....
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A woman in a floral blouse sits at a kitchen table, smiling. The kitchen has white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
A journey from struggle to stability
United Way’s Project LIFT provides a hand up to a Clermont County family....
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A group of five individuals pose for a photo at a United Way Greater Cincinnati event. They stand in front of a large screen displaying the event title "Policy With Splash Coffee" and the United Way and Knowledge Exchange logos. A red United Way banner and a sign with sponsorship information are visible in the background, along with yellow and black chairs in a modern conference room setting.
Impact Stories & Features
Putting Money Back in Hardworking Families’ Pockets
United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on Free Tax Prep’s role in helping families...
READ MORE
A smiling woman wearing a red scrub top and a black jacket with embroidered text stands in a warmly lit living room, with framed artwork and a cozy couch in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
Tynesha’s story: Building a Better Future for Her Family
How one woman overcame obstacles with perseverance and support from Project LIFT....
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A news broadcast screenshot from FOX19 NOW featuring a woman with short blonde hair wearing a black leather jacket. She is speaking in front of a blue studio background. A banner at the bottom of the screen reads "FREE TAX FILING RESOURCES AVAILABLE." The lower section also displays a weather forecast and sponsor logos, with temperatures for upcoming days and a mention of more closings at fox19.com.
In the News
WXIX: United Way shares information on free tax filing resources
WXIX and United Way President/CEO Moira Weir discuss United Way's free tax-filing services....
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A close-up of a person’s hand holding a pen and filling out a tax form. The form contains various checkboxes and lines for entering information. A news banner at the bottom of the image reads "TAX SEASON RAMPING UP – WHAT TO KNOW AS YOU PREPARE TO FILE," with the WLWT 5 logo and "HAPPENING NOW" displayed.
In the News
WLWT: The 2025 tax season is underway. Here’s what to know before filing
WLWT covers options taxpayers have, like United Way's Free Tax Prep, ahead of the April 15 deadline....
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A student doing homework at the computer.
Press Releases
United Way Awarded $348,000 Early Childhood Grant for Southeast IN
Funding will expand an early learning pilot program & bolster child care training....
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Press Releases
Free Tax Prep appointments now available at sites throughout Greater Cincinnati
Qualifying individuals save money & get credits they deserve through United Way’s program....
READ MORE
Press Releases
United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program grows to support even more families
More than 100 donors provided gifts to 143 families in Greater Cincinnati....
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Blossoms Florist
In the News
Cincinnati Floral Design Classes Turn Passion Into Purpose
In the fifth and final article in our series profiling Black Empowerment Works grantee Carol Ruffin, find out...
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Impact Stories & Features
Withrow High’s DECA chapter supports United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program

United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program is brightening the holidays for 143 families this year. Many are kinship care families...

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Impact Stories & Features
Earned Income and Child Tax credits made a “big difference” for a local family

Paris and Mikey, a married couple with five dependent children, planned to file their taxes separately for the...

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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Silverton grandmother slept on the couch so her grandson could have a bed | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List
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A woman with dark, wavy hair sits on a couch, smiling. She wears a black turtleneck sweater and a silver pendant necklace. The couch has decorative pillows in neutral tones.
Impact Stories & Features
The system said ‘no’ but United Way 211 said ‘let’s try’
After a difficult diagnosis and financial challenges, a woman found compassion and support in a phone call....
READ MORE
A woman in a floral blouse sits at a kitchen table, smiling. The kitchen has white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
A journey from struggle to stability
United Way’s Project LIFT provides a hand up to a Clermont County family....
READ MORE
A group of five individuals pose for a photo at a United Way Greater Cincinnati event. They stand in front of a large screen displaying the event title "Policy With Splash Coffee" and the United Way and Knowledge Exchange logos. A red United Way banner and a sign with sponsorship information are visible in the background, along with yellow and black chairs in a modern conference room setting.
Impact Stories & Features
Putting Money Back in Hardworking Families’ Pockets
United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on Free Tax Prep’s role in helping families...
READ MORE
A smiling woman wearing a red scrub top and a black jacket with embroidered text stands in a warmly lit living room, with framed artwork and a cozy couch in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
Tynesha’s story: Building a Better Future for Her Family
How one woman overcame obstacles with perseverance and support from Project LIFT....
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features
Withrow High’s DECA chapter supports United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program

United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program is brightening the holidays for 143 families this year. Many are kinship care families...

READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features
Earned Income and Child Tax credits made a “big difference” for a local family

Paris and Mikey, a married couple with five dependent children, planned to file their taxes separately for the...

READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Silverton grandmother slept on the couch so her grandson could have a bed | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features
Impact Update | Winter 2024

United We Thrive Building a strong community where all people can thrive depends on your generous support. What...

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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Being blind hasn’t stopped Cincinnati woman from pursuing passion for music | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
He had to throw away everything. Now, he needs help with a fresh start | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Grandmother needs help caring for granddaughters after family tragedy | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
A reliable car would help this Covington mom of 3 working toward a degree | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Mom wants to give her 18-month-old ‘the best life’ after surviving a shooting | Wish List
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A student doing homework at the computer.
Press Releases
United Way Awarded $348,000 Early Childhood Grant for Southeast IN
Funding will expand an early learning pilot program & bolster child care training....
READ MORE
Press Releases
Free Tax Prep appointments now available at sites throughout Greater Cincinnati
Qualifying individuals save money & get credits they deserve through United Way’s program....
READ MORE
Press Releases
United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program grows to support even more families
More than 100 donors provided gifts to 143 families in Greater Cincinnati....
READ MORE
Press Releases
Volunteers Are Needed to Meet The Demand For Free Tax Prep Initiative

Volunteer for Free Tax Prep A volunteer for Free Tax Prep helps local families get the most of...

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Press Releases
Tricia Sunders Joins United Way as Chief Development Officer

United We Thrive Building a strong community where all people can thrive depends on your generous support. News...

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Press Releases
United Way Announces Major Investments to Support a Brighter Tomorrow
$22 million investment strategy unveiled to build a thriving community; additional $2.3 million in youth & workforce readiness...
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Press Releases
United Way Announces Major Investments to Support a Brighter Tomorrow

United We Thrive Building a strong community where all people can thrive depends on your generous support. Matthew...

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Press Releases
Backpacks for Success exceeds goal, distributes supplies to 3,400 students
United Way of Greater Cincinnati thanks partners for generously supporting local students....
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Press Releases
United Way announces 2024-2025 funded community partners
Grantees’ work aligns with UWGC’s mission of supporting economic well-being....
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Press Releases
United Way Announces First Slate of Grantees for New Workforce Development Funding Through Partnership with the GE Aerospace Foundation
Five programs selected for the Future of Manufacturing Fund inaugural class....
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Press Releases
Applications open for United Way’s Champions of Change
Participants will co-create solutions to problems affecting the Black community....
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Press Releases
Hamilton County & United Way announce public Wi-Fi grantees
Funding will improve digital access for families throughout Hamilton County....
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Press Releases
United Way announces 2024 Community Campaign co-chairs
Executives from The Christ Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s will share the role....
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Press Releases
United Way Partners with the Council for a Brighter Future to Ensure Grant County, Ky., Kids are Ready for Kindergarten
Families will receive education resources in the mail, and are encouraged to attend a Play & Learn event....
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Press Releases
Bengals’ Andrei Iosivas Donates $10,000 to United Way of Greater Cincinnati
Sunday, May 19, at JD Sports in Kenwood Towne Centre...
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NKY
In the News
Opinion: ‘Home for All’ report provides roadmap for NKY’s housing needs
The new report outlines strategies addressing the need for income-aligned housing. In this LINK nky op-ed, local leaders,...
READ MORE
A news broadcast screenshot from FOX19 NOW featuring a woman with short blonde hair wearing a black leather jacket. She is speaking in front of a blue studio background. A banner at the bottom of the screen reads "FREE TAX FILING RESOURCES AVAILABLE." The lower section also displays a weather forecast and sponsor logos, with temperatures for upcoming days and a mention of more closings at fox19.com.
In the News
WXIX: United Way shares information on free tax filing resources
WXIX and United Way President/CEO Moira Weir discuss United Way's free tax-filing services....
READ MORE
A close-up of a person’s hand holding a pen and filling out a tax form. The form contains various checkboxes and lines for entering information. A news banner at the bottom of the image reads "TAX SEASON RAMPING UP – WHAT TO KNOW AS YOU PREPARE TO FILE," with the WLWT 5 logo and "HAPPENING NOW" displayed.
In the News
WLWT: The 2025 tax season is underway. Here’s what to know before filing
WLWT covers options taxpayers have, like United Way's Free Tax Prep, ahead of the April 15 deadline....
READ MORE
Blossoms Florist
In the News
Cincinnati Floral Design Classes Turn Passion Into Purpose
In the fifth and final article in our series profiling Black Empowerment Works grantee Carol Ruffin, find out...
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Silverton grandmother slept on the couch so her grandson could have a bed | Wish List
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List
READ MORE
In the News
Planting Seeds: Blossoms Academy Cultivates Creativity and Change
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Being blind hasn’t stopped Cincinnati woman from pursuing passion for music | Wish List
READ MORE
In the News
Planting Seeds: How Blossoms Floral Academy is Shaping Cincinnati’s Floral Future
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
He had to throw away everything. Now, he needs help with a fresh start | Wish List
READ MORE
In the News
Planting Seeds: A Legacy Blooms with a New Wave of Black Florists in Cincinnati
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Grandmother needs help caring for granddaughters after family tragedy | Wish List
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
A reliable car would help this Covington mom of 3 working toward a degree | Wish List
READ MORE
Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Mom wants to give her 18-month-old ‘the best life’ after surviving a shooting | Wish List
READ MORE
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NKY
In the News
Opinion: ‘Home for All’ report provides roadmap for NKY’s housing needs
The new report outlines strategies addressing the need for income-aligned housing. In this LINK nky op-ed, local leaders,...
READ MORE
A woman with dark, wavy hair sits on a couch, smiling. She wears a black turtleneck sweater and a silver pendant necklace. The couch has decorative pillows in neutral tones.
Impact Stories & Features
The system said ‘no’ but United Way 211 said ‘let’s try’
After a difficult diagnosis and financial challenges, a woman found compassion and support in a phone call....
READ MORE
A woman in a floral blouse sits at a kitchen table, smiling. The kitchen has white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
A journey from struggle to stability
United Way’s Project LIFT provides a hand up to a Clermont County family....
READ MORE
A group of five individuals pose for a photo at a United Way Greater Cincinnati event. They stand in front of a large screen displaying the event title "Policy With Splash Coffee" and the United Way and Knowledge Exchange logos. A red United Way banner and a sign with sponsorship information are visible in the background, along with yellow and black chairs in a modern conference room setting.
Impact Stories & Features
Putting Money Back in Hardworking Families’ Pockets
United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on Free Tax Prep’s role in helping families...
READ MORE
A woman with dark, wavy hair sits on a couch, smiling. She wears a black turtleneck sweater and a silver pendant necklace. The couch has decorative pillows in neutral tones.
Impact Stories & Features
The system said ‘no’ but United Way 211 said ‘let’s try’
After a difficult diagnosis and financial challenges, a woman found compassion and support in a phone call....
READ MORE
A woman in a floral blouse sits at a kitchen table, smiling. The kitchen has white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
A journey from struggle to stability
United Way’s Project LIFT provides a hand up to a Clermont County family....
READ MORE
A group of five individuals pose for a photo at a United Way Greater Cincinnati event. They stand in front of a large screen displaying the event title "Policy With Splash Coffee" and the United Way and Knowledge Exchange logos. A red United Way banner and a sign with sponsorship information are visible in the background, along with yellow and black chairs in a modern conference room setting.
Impact Stories & Features
Putting Money Back in Hardworking Families’ Pockets
United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on Free Tax Prep’s role in helping families...
READ MORE
A smiling woman wearing a red scrub top and a black jacket with embroidered text stands in a warmly lit living room, with framed artwork and a cozy couch in the background.
Impact Stories & Features
Tynesha’s story: Building a Better Future for Her Family
How one woman overcame obstacles with perseverance and support from Project LIFT....
READ MORE
A student doing homework at the computer.
Press Releases
United Way Awarded $348,000 Early Childhood Grant for Southeast IN
Funding will expand an early learning pilot program & bolster child care training....
READ MORE
Press Releases
Free Tax Prep appointments now available at sites throughout Greater Cincinnati
Qualifying individuals save money & get credits they deserve through United Way’s program....
READ MORE
Press Releases
United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program grows to support even more families
More than 100 donors provided gifts to 143 families in Greater Cincinnati....
READ MORE
Press Releases
Volunteers Are Needed to Meet The Demand For Free Tax Prep Initiative

Volunteer for Free Tax Prep A volunteer for Free Tax Prep helps local families get the most of...

READ MORE
NKY
In the News
Opinion: ‘Home for All’ report provides roadmap for NKY’s housing needs
The new report outlines strategies addressing the need for income-aligned housing. In this LINK nky op-ed, local leaders,...
READ MORE
A news broadcast screenshot from FOX19 NOW featuring a woman with short blonde hair wearing a black leather jacket. She is speaking in front of a blue studio background. A banner at the bottom of the screen reads "FREE TAX FILING RESOURCES AVAILABLE." The lower section also displays a weather forecast and sponsor logos, with temperatures for upcoming days and a mention of more closings at fox19.com.
In the News
WXIX: United Way shares information on free tax filing resources
WXIX and United Way President/CEO Moira Weir discuss United Way's free tax-filing services....
READ MORE
A close-up of a person’s hand holding a pen and filling out a tax form. The form contains various checkboxes and lines for entering information. A news banner at the bottom of the image reads "TAX SEASON RAMPING UP – WHAT TO KNOW AS YOU PREPARE TO FILE," with the WLWT 5 logo and "HAPPENING NOW" displayed.
In the News
WLWT: The 2025 tax season is underway. Here’s what to know before filing
WLWT covers options taxpayers have, like United Way's Free Tax Prep, ahead of the April 15 deadline....
READ MORE
Blossoms Florist
In the News
Cincinnati Floral Design Classes Turn Passion Into Purpose
In the fifth and final article in our series profiling Black Empowerment Works grantee Carol Ruffin, find out...
READ MORE

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