NEWS, IMPACT STORIES & FEATURES

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Impact Stories & Features

Moira’s Message: One of 1,100 families helped

Through hard work and perseverance, the single mother of three was hitting her stride prior to 2020, when...

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

Moira’s Message: Make Wishes Come True

For 35 years we've partnered with the Cincinnati Enquirer on the Wish List, a seasonal program dedicated to...

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Moira’s Message: Filled With Gratitude

I am grateful for the vision and tenacity of those willing to invest in meaningful, sustainable change....

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Moira’s Message: The Power of Listening

I had a front-row seat to the failures of policies and practices not informed by family voice. I...

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Project Lift Aided Mother and Her Teens During Trying Times

Watch Aswana Laskey's inspiring story how Project Lift help her overcome her worst fears and set her on...

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Moira’s Message: Flipping the Process

In the past, United Way often set goals or an agenda for the community and asked our partners...

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Mother of Two Embarks on New Career with Help from Project Lift

"I have a sense of security now," Daja Moore says, thanks to United Way of Greater Cincinnati's Project...

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UWGC Grant Allows YES Home Staff and Residents to Attend Self-Care Workshops

Participants learned strategies to counter the pandemic-induced effects of isolation....

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United Way’s Chandra Mathews-Smith Honored by Cincinnati Mayor

The recognition happened during Mayor Cranley's State of the City address in October 2021....

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Moira’s Message: Welcome Our New Board Members

Seven new members from diverse and impressive backgrounds were appointed to our Board of Directors....

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Moira’s Message: Can you help with tax prep?

You don't need to be a tax expert to get joy out of this volunteer gig....

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Moira’s Message: Creating Systems Change

UWGC has released a new Call for Systems Change Partners to create shared and measurable systems change opportunities....

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Moira’s Message: Use Your Voice. Be the Change.

We want to align our efforts to address the opportunities that YOU see in our community. Tell us...

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Volunteers help with NKY Book in a Bottle literacy project

Kits will be distributed to Spanish-speaking families....

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Celebrating Our Corporate Volunteers

We're always grateful for the support of our volunteers who step up to #LiveUnited. Many corporate supporters arrange...

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NKY Pilot Project Targets Minorities for IT Job Training

The initiative, IT Workforce Training Equity Pilot, is designed to help participants escape generational poverty and targets low-...

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Volunteers Needed to Create College Success Kits for NKY Students

College Success Kits will be distributed to 136 Northern Kentucky students for the 2021-2022 school year....

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Moira’s Message: Learn Advocacy & Lobbying With Our Free Sessions

Starting June 2, 2021, United Way is co-hosting a series of sessions on advocacy and lobbying featuring experts...

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Black Empowerment Works Accepting Grant Applications

United Way of Greater Cincinnati awarded $600,000 in 2020; aims to assist more in 2021....

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Volunteers Needed to Build Success-By-6 Literacy Kits

United Way of Greater Cincinnati and the Blue Manatee Literacy Project are partnering efforts to collect and distribute...

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Longtime UWGC-Middletown Supporter dies at 58

Anita Scott Jones passed on April 11, 2021....

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The Key to Ladies of Leadership’s Success: “It’s Like a Family”

Ladies of Leadership (LOL) has been part of Angel Evans’ life since she was 11 years old. Now...

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Volunteer Mentors Form the Backbone of Ladies of Leadership

During her seven years as a Ladies of Leadership (LOL) mentor, Caharina McNeill has listened to the stories...

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Remembering a Remarkable Man: Mr. Herbert R. Brown

United Way will greatly miss Herbert R. Brown, our long-time volunteer and namesake of our Herbert R. Brown...

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Mentoring Program Builds Self-Confidence in Teen Sisters

Ladies of Leadership has been instilling self-esteem and building confidence in girls since 2007....

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Ladies of Leadership Pivoted to Meet Students’ Needs

Alarmed that students in Ladies of Leadership's summer enrichment were faltering academically, founder Kimberly Huckleby and her team...

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Founder of Ladies of Leadership Overcame “Self-Inflicted Wounds”

Ladies of Leadership exists to instill self-esteem and confidence so that girls can reach their full potential....

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Call 211 for Vaccine Scheduling & Transportation to Appointments

Need help scheduling a COVID vaccine or getting a ride to get it? Call us today!...

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United Way’s Impact: Amanda’s Story

Life seems very stable, almost routine. But after a divorce and job loss leaves you unable to pay...

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United Way’s Impact: Sarah’s Story

Even while supported by friends and family, most people would expect life to be difficult for someone who’s...

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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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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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....

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Hamilton County & United Way announce public Wi-Fi grantees

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

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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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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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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...

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Thank You, Community Leaders!

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

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Tocqueville Honorees

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

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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....

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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....

In the News

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...

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

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

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

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

In the News

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...

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

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

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

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

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

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

In the News

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

In the News

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...

In the News

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

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

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...

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Press Releases

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces 2025 Tocqueville Honorees

Supporters are recognized for their philanthropy and dedication to our community....

In the News

Viewer donations will help Clermont County residents recover after historic floods

WCPO: New Richmond rises from devastating flooding thanks to community support...

Impact Stories & Features

Guided by faith, Archie and Sharen Brown share a lifetime commitment to giving

Archie and Sharen Brown were recognized at the 2025 Annual Tocqueville Celebration for the dedication to the community....

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George and Kim Vincent lead by example in giving back to Cincinnati

George and Kim Vincent were recognized at the 2025 Annual Tocqueville Celebration for the dedication to the community....

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A Night of Inspiration: Film Watch Party Celebrated Dolly’s Literacy Legacy

Clermont County residents attended a documentary screening celebrating the fifth anniversary of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Clermont...

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Tocqueville Society 2025 Recaps

2025 Annual Tocqueville Celebration May 29 We gathered for an evening of gratitude, inspiration and celebration at the...

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United Way brings Free Tax Prep to Cincinnati Children’s

Hospital-based site saved families time and money....

Impact Stories & Features

Driving Change: Transportation’s Impact on Our Communities

United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on transportation innovation and investment in our region...

Press Releases

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....

Press Releases

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.”...

Press Releases

Paychex Demonstrates Commitment to Cincinnati Community with $350,000 Gift to United Way

New partnership will support United Way’s work, empowering individuals and families to achieve economic well-being....

Press Releases

Federal Funding Cuts Would Significantly Affect Local Nonprofits, Survey Shows

United Way leads efforts to identify the regional impact of spending cuts....

In the News

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....

In the News

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....

In the News

Cincinnati can’t afford to lose federal support. Too many lives depend on it | Opinion

In this Cincinnati Enquirer op-ed, Moira Weir examines how potential disruptions in federal funding would affect local nonprofits....

Impact Stories & Features, In the News

Enquirer, United Way Wish List project raises $60,473 for families in need

As seen in the Cincinnati Enquirer, Brittany Berry, a single mother and full-time student, received a used car...

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