NEWS, IMPACT STORIES & FEATURES

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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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Opinion: Meeting Northern Kentucky’s housing needs essential to community well-being

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Planting Seeds: How Carol Ruffin Is Growing a More Inclusive Floral Industry in Cincinnati

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | We Agree There’s a Problem, But How Do We Fix It? Reframing Housing Issues

Recording Highlights Couldn’t tune into the Knowledge Exchange live? Check out this fifteen-minute highlight reel, or watch the...

Impact Stories & Features

Building Better Together

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

Impact Stories & Features

United Way Donor Profile – Michael and Suzette Fisher

The Tocqueville Society Tocqueville members are a generous group of successful, philanthropic leaders who support United Way and...

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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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With new United Way partnership, Reds Country Cares wraps successful third season

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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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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...

In the News

How Lifting Up Community Voices Can Impact the State of Housing

United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on the impact of lived...

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United Way Breaks Down Barriers to Housing Security

Local families can stay in their homes with help from United Way programs....

In the News

United Way’s Free Tax Prep service seeks volunteers

IRS-certified volunteers help put millions of dollars back into the community....

In the News

Op-Ed: United Way at forefront of strengthening housing security, childcare, educational success

Moira Weir, President & CEO, reflects on a recent meeting she attended at the White House in this...

Impact Stories & Features

In her time of need, a retired nurse turned to United Way 211

“The weight of the world was lifted off my shoulders,” she says....

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | The Power of a Shared Story: Lessons from the Early Childhood Movement

An engaging exploration of what social change communicators can learn from the past 25 years of advocacy for...

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For veteran with a disability, United Way 211 was “a godsend”

United Way Care Coordinator ensured a caller got help through a utility relief program....

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“I’m able to take it from here”

United Way, City of Cincinnati and Legal Aid have partnered on an eviction-prevention program....

Impact Stories & Features

Preventing eviction keeps a dream alive

United Way’s Renew Collaborative gives a family hope for a better future....

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | Policy With a Splash of Coffee: Fueling Greater Cincinnati’s Workforce

In this Knowledge Exchange x Policy with a Splash of Coffee, learn about the current state of Ohio’s...

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | Talking About Economic Well-Being: New Strategies for New Times

United Way and the FrameWorks Institute look at recent research findings that offer the public and policymakers guidance...

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How We See It: The Heart of Our Community Support

Community members recently had the opportunity to explore the inner workings of United Way of Greater Cincinnati's 211...

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“I Know I Am Making a Difference”

Free Tax Prep volunteer has helped neighbors file taxes for 35 years....

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A Life-Changing Call to 211

"I don't know where we'd have been" without United Way Care Coordinator's help....

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | Policy With a Splash of Coffee: Closing the Digital Divide

In this Knowledge Exchange x Policy with a Splash of Coffee, learn about local efforts to build digital...

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Personal Finance Lessons Empower Tomorrow’s Leaders

Annual United Way event taught financial basics to 1,906 Cincinnati seventh graders....

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“They Really Are Looking Out for You”

Taxpayers laud United Way's Free Tax Prep for its great service and friendly, knowledgeable volunteers....

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How We See It: Preparing Youth for Success

Together we should ensure young people have the necessary skills, resources and support to enter the workforce and...

Impact Stories & Features

Knowledge Exchange | Moving Mindsets: What It Takes To Change Culture

United Way and the FrameWorks Institute explore what social science tells us about moving mindsets in this Knowledge...

Impact Stories & Features

Impending Loss of Affordable Connectivity Program Worries Residents

People turned to United Way's 211 Helpline for assistance in enrolling in discounted internet service program....

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Digital Equity Grantees

Funding will support device access and digital skills programming....

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United Way Releases Southwest Ohio’s First Digital Opportunity Plan

Stakeholders share a common goal: build digital inclusion and equity in our communities....

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces New Board Chair

Organization remains committed to transformational impact under Brian Hodgett's leadership....

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Reds welcome United Way to “Reds Country Cares”

United Way of Greater Cincinnati partners with Reds Country Cares to provide grants for local organizations making a...

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United Way Releases Community Impact Report

United Way’s fresh perspective on impact work builds upon its legacy of giving back....

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AmeriCorps Team Supports United Way’s Free Tax Prep Service

Eight-week partnership continues through April 24....

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211 Impact Survey Uncovers Widespread Unmet Community Needs Nationwide

Nationwide 211 survey shows housing assistance referrals in 2023 were nearly double pre-pandemic numbers....

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United Way Launches Early Learning Awareness Campaign

Parents are encouraged to call 211 to explore preschool enrollment options....

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United Way Announces Workplaces That Care

Companies and employees across the region recognized for their generosity....

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UWGC Launches Digital Equity Grant Program for Nonprofits

Organizations working toward digital inclusion are encouraged to apply for the digital equity grant program....

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United Way recruiting Free Tax Prep volunteers throughout the region

More volunteers needed to help individuals and families prepare and file taxes....

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Hamilton County Grant Program Addresses Digital Divide

Commissioners invest to expand Wi-Fi access in partnership with United Way...

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United Way’s Adopt-A-Family Effort Surpasses Goal

Third annual holiday gift program benefits more than 100 kinship care families...

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Changemakers Award Winners

Recipients Honored for Commitment to Volunteerism...

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United Way Receives $250K Grant to Test Early Education Alternatives

Families with 2- and 3-year-olds will use home-based technology as part of pilot program....

In the News

How Lifting Up Community Voices Can Impact the State of Housing

United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on the impact of lived...

In the News

United Way Breaks Down Barriers to Housing Security

Local families can stay in their homes with help from United Way programs....

In the News

United Way’s Free Tax Prep service seeks volunteers

IRS-certified volunteers help put millions of dollars back into the community....

In the News

Op-Ed: United Way at forefront of strengthening housing security, childcare, educational success

Moira Weir, President & CEO, reflects on a recent meeting she attended at the White House in this...

In the News

Understanding 211 & unlocking its potential in underserved communities

State legislators joined United Way of Greater Cincinnati for a 211 Talk & Tour....

In the News

Tocqueville Society 2024 Recaps

A Place to Call Home: Strategies for Stability | Dec. 3 Our recent Tocqueville Tuesday luncheon, “A Place...

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United Way Donor Profile: Bill Montague and Kelly Wittich

Professional planners support United Way through a legacy gift....

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Impact Update | Summer 2024

Welcome to the first edition of our quarterly Impact Newsletter!...

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You Can Help Families on the Path to Financial Stability

Donate to United Way of Greater Cincinnati to support programs like Project LIFT....

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Cultivating Collaboration: United Way Worldwide’s 2024 Advocacy Forum & Capitol Hill Day

UWGC Public Policy and Advocacy Manager recounts recent trip to D.C....

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Wellness workshops nurture Black women and girls

Recipient of Black Empowerment Works mini-grant taps into the healing power of creativity....

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Join Me and Give to United Way’s 2024 Community Campaign

GIVE NOW to United Way and help local families on their path to economic well-being. Together we build...

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You Can Make a Difference in a Student’s Education This Year

Support United Way’s efforts to ensure children in Greater Cincinnati are ready to learn....

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2024 Campaign Jumpstart #2

United Way and its corporate partners come together to explore strategies and tools available for a successful and...

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati | Our Manifesto

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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

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...

In the News

Planting Seeds: Blossoms Academy Cultivates Creativity and Change

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List

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...

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

Being blind hasn’t stopped Cincinnati woman from pursuing passion for music | Wish List

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

He had to throw away everything. Now, he needs help with a fresh start | Wish List

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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United Way announces 2024-2025 funded community partners

Grantees’ work aligns with UWGC’s mission of supporting economic well-being....

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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....

In the News

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

Being blind hasn’t stopped Cincinnati woman from pursuing passion for music | Wish List

In the News

Planting Seeds: How Blossoms Floral Academy is Shaping Cincinnati’s Floral Future

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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