NEWS, IMPACT STORIES &amp; FEATURES

Moira’s Message: Free Tax Prep Validates United Way’s Work

United Way's Free Tax Prep service puts millions of dollars back into the community by providing free tax...

Taxpayers Place Their Trust in United Way’s Free Tax Prep

Trained, IRS-certified volunteers assisted dozens of taxpayers who recently visited one of United Way's Free Tax Prep sites....

United Way’s Project Lift Provided a Hand Up for Mother of Two: Taylor’s Story

Project Lift helped Taylor with flexible, tailored, short-term assistance critical to achieving long-term success....

United Way Donor Profile: Jodi Geiser – Making Our Community Better

Tocqueville member Jodi Geiser has always viewed volunteering as a way to improve the community. She’s a longtime...

211’s Impact: “A Wonderful Gift” Helped Widow Pay Utility Bill

By calling 211, Sandy Suer became one of the first people to benefit from a new collaboration involving...

211’s Impact: United Way Helped Father of Two in Time of Need

When illness caused a father to fall behind on bills, a care coordinator for the United Way 211...

211’s Impact: Homeowner “Back on Track” After United Way’s Help

When her mortgage company began foreclosure proceedings, Mable Allen turned to the United Way 211 Helpline....

United Way Staffer Found “A Perfect Fit” at 211

In January 2023, Jennifer Bieger celebrated her 25th anniversary with United Way, where she is Senior Manager of...

211’s Impact: Going “Above and Beyond” for a Family in Need

United Way’s Care Coordination team helped Larry find emergency rental assistance after a series of hardships....

Moira’s Message: 211 Helpline Reaches the 20-Year Mark

Feb. 11, 2023, marks the 20th anniversary of the launch of the United Way of Greater Cincinnati 211...

Moira’s Message: 1,000 Families Helped

United Way matched donations of $150,000 from Duke Energy for a total commitment of $300,000 to help 1,000...

United Way of Greater Cincinnati and Duke Energy Partner to Directly Serve Northern Kentucky Families

Duke Energy contributed $150,000 for the initiative, with United Way generously matching those amounts, to provide direct relief...

United Way Donor Profile: Mary Stagaman – Building a Better Cincinnati

Tocqueville Society member Mary Stagaman is laser-focused on issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and access – “things I...

Moira’s Message: Help Families At Tax Time

Tax season is upon us. You, or someone you know, can help families by volunteering with United Way’s...

Tocqueville Event Recaps – 2023

Did you miss the last Tocqueville event? Find the recap for each one of 2023 here....

Norwood father wants to return to work after multiple sclerosis diagnosis | Wish List

Grandmother wants help making her house a home for grandchildren in her care | Wish List

Knowledge Exchange Webinar – Understanding Our Community: Cincinnati Then & Now

We continue our Knowledge Exchange series, Understanding Our Community, by examining societal shifts throughout Cincinnati over the past...

Knowledge Exchange Webinar – Connection: It Matters | Pathway Out of Poverty

In this Knowledge Exchange webinar, learn how the strength of a person’s social network and community can play...

A Journey to Confidence and Success

A determined mother benefited from United Way’s Project Lift....

United Way Donor Profile: Jeanetta Darno — Connected to Community

In a career that has taken her many places, Jeanetta Darno has always connected with United Way....

2023 Backpacks for Success Results

Thanks to our partners and volunteers, we have collected 2,700 full backpacks (200 above our goal of 2,500)...

City Residents Turned to 211 for Help with Utility Bills

United Way’s Care Coordinators put residents' minds at ease....

A Mother’s New Chapter in Life Begins with Help from United Way

Adrienne Hines first benefitted from United Way's help. Now she's advocating for others....

United Way Donor Profile: Laura Becker — Opening Doors for Others

Lessons she learned early in life still resonate: "Giving is a privilege no matter what you have."...

Entrepreneur Empowers People to Achieve Optimal Health

Thanks to grants from United Way's Black Empowerment Works, Deasa Dorsey launched iCan Health to educate people about...

Clermont Library Event Focused on Early Childhood Education

There was plenty to be excited about as dozens of families participated in a summer literacy event organized...

Women of Tocqueville Recaps – 2023

Did you miss the last Women of Tocqueville event? Find 2023 event recaps here....

Moira’s Message: Meet Our New Board Members

Seven new members with a broad diversity of expertise and experience were recently appointed to our esteemed Board...

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....

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...

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...

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...

Backpacks for Success exceeds goal, distributes supplies to 3,400 students

United Way of Greater Cincinnati thanks partners for generously supporting local students....

United Way announces 2024-2025 funded community partners

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

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....

Hamilton County & United Way announce public Wi-Fi grantees

Funding will improve digital access for families throughout Hamilton County....

United Way announces 2024 Community Campaign co-chairs

Executives from The Christ Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s will share the role....

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....

Bengals’ Andrei Iosivas Donates $10,000 to United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Moira Weir, United Way President and CEO (left); Andrei Iosivas, Bengals wide receiver (center); and Art Crew, JD...

Thank You, Community Leaders!

Community Leaders convene at United Way of Greater Cincinnati....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Tocqueville Honorees

Donors recognized for their philanthropy and dedication to our community....

United Way’s Free Tax Prep Releases Results for Tax Year 2023

More than 8,000 filed returns resulted in savings and refunds totaling $11.5 million....

‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List

Planting Seeds: Blossoms Academy Cultivates Creativity and Change

PART 4 of 5 Dec. 18, 2024 Carol Ruffin’s Blossoms Academy Cultivates Creativity and Change Blossoms Floral Academy...

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

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

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

PART 3 of 5 Dec. 11, 2024 How Blossoms Floral Academy is Shaping Cincinnati’s Floral Future A Blossoms...

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

Planting Seeds: A Legacy Blooms with a New Wave of Black Florists in Cincinnati

PART 2 of 5 Dec. 4, 2024 Carol Ruffin’s Legacy Blooms with a New Wave of Black Florists...

Grandmother needs help caring for granddaughters after family tragedy | Wish List

A reliable car would help this Covington mom of 3 working toward a degree | Wish List

Mom wants to give her 18-month-old ‘the best life’ after surviving a shooting | Wish List

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

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

PART 1 of 5 Nov. 15, 2024 Planting Seeds: How Carol Ruffin Is Growing a More Inclusive Floral...

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

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...

United Way Breaks Down Barriers to Housing Security

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

All Items

From job loss to stability

Facing eviction, a Cincinnati newcomer called United Way 211 and received life-changing help....

Nourish Together: Addressing Food Insecurity in Our Region

United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on how to address hunger in our communities...

Strengthening Communities: United Way Worldwide’s 2025 Advocacy Forum and Capitol Hill Day

UWGC’s Hailey Barr-King amplified local voices during meetings in the nation’s capital....

50,000 reasons why United Way 211 is essential

United Way’s helpline responds 24/7 to connect people to critical resources....

Impact Stories & Features

From job loss to stability

Facing eviction, a Cincinnati newcomer called United Way 211 and received life-changing help....

Nourish Together: Addressing Food Insecurity in Our Region

United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on how to address hunger in our communities...

Strengthening Communities: United Way Worldwide’s 2025 Advocacy Forum and Capitol Hill Day

UWGC’s Hailey Barr-King amplified local voices during meetings in the nation’s capital....

50,000 reasons why United Way 211 is essential

United Way’s helpline responds 24/7 to connect people to critical resources....

Press Releases

United Way’s 2024 investment in Greater Cincinnati: $37.2 million

The organization’s latest impact report highlights cross-sector partnerships and strategic investments that promote community economic well-being....

United Way aims to collect backpacks for 3,000 Greater Cincinnati students in 2025

The organization’s annual Backpacks for Success supply drive runs through July....

United Way’s Free Tax Prep initiative surpasses expectations during 2025’s spring tax filing season

Volunteers filed more than 9,100 returns, resulting in savings and refunds totaling almost $13 million....

United Way celebrates five years of Imagination Library in Clermont County with a watch party

All are invited to a reception & viewing of “The Library That Dolly Built.”...

In the News

Cincinnati launches child savings accounts with up to $553 for preschool-age kids

WVXU covers the City of Cincinnati's new Child College Savings Account program in partnership with United Way and...

United Way of Greater Cincinnati partners with Airbnb to help residents impacted by flooding

WLWT reports on United Way's partnership with Airbnb to support local residents impacted by flooding....

Spectrum awards $20,000 grant to United Way of Greater Cincinnati

This Spectrum News 1 story details the $20,000 digital literacy grant Spectrum awarded United Way of Greater Cincinnati....