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Impact Stories & Features
United Way Donor Profile: Tim Kerdolff – A Stalwart for Northern Kentucky
Tocqueville Society member Tim Kerdolff has an impressive track record of serving on United Way committees, leading campaigns...
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Impact Stories & 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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Press Releases
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
Tocqueville Event Recaps – 2023
Did you miss the last Tocqueville event? Find the recap for each one of 2023 here....
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Norwood father wants to return to work after multiple sclerosis diagnosis | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features, In the News
Grandmother wants help making her house a home for grandchildren in her care | Wish List
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
A Journey to Confidence and Success
A determined mother benefited from United Way’s Project Lift....
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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2023 Backpacks for Success
Impact Stories & Features
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)...
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Impact Stories & Features
City Residents Turned to 211 for Help with Utility Bills
United Way’s Care Coordinators put residents' minds at ease....
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Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
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."...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Impact Stories & Features
Women of Tocqueville Recaps – 2023
Did you miss the last Women of Tocqueville event? Find 2023 event recaps here....
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Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Partners convene at Northern Kentucky University.
Press Releases
United Way announces $15.5 million investment in 125 community partners
The grantees’ work aligns with the organization’s commitment to economic well-being....
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Press Releases
United Way Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Directors
The leaders bring diverse expertise to the Greater Cincinnati organization’s board....
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Press Releases
United Way of Greater Cincinnati announces 2025 campaign chair
Retired airport CEO will rally support to fuel the nonprofit organization’s impact work....
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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....
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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....
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Press Releases
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....
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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....
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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.”...
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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....
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Press Releases
Federal Funding Cuts Would Significantly Affect Local Nonprofits, Survey Shows
United Way leads efforts to identify the regional impact of spending cuts....
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Press Releases
AmeriCorps Team in Cincinnati to Support United Way’s Free Tax Prep Service
Members will spend several weeks at sites in Greater Cincinnati helping to prepare taxes....
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Press Releases
United Way of Greater Cincinnati Recognizes 2024 Workplaces That Care®
Local companies were honored for their employees’ generosity and volunteerism....
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Press Releases
United Way Welcomes Two New Members to Board of Directors
Leaders from GE Aerospace and EY joined the organization’s board in January....
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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....
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In the News
United Way announces $15.5M investment in 125 community groups
The Cincinnati Business Courier covers United Way's 15.5M investment in the community....
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In the News
Cincinnati councilmember offers assistance to tenants facing eviction
Spectrum News 1 details how United Way of Greater Cincinnati assists Cincinnati residents facing eviction....
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In the News
United Way CEO Moira Weir discusses innovating housing solutions
In this Movers & Makers op-ed, President & CEO Moira Weir speaks to United Way's focus on housing...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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....
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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....
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Brittany Berry, 2024 Wish List
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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In the News
Spectrum News 1: Florist pushes to grow diversity in Cincinnati’s floral industry.
United Way Black Empowerment Works grantee Carol Ruffin and her floral shop are featured in this special report....
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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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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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In the News
Planting Seeds: 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, 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
From spiraling to supported
A mother of three battling breast cancer found compassion and solutions through United Way 211....
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A person holding a smartphone displaying an overdue bill notification for $427.03, with a prompt to pay now to avoid service interruption.
Impact Stories & Features
A fresh start in the fight of her life
How United Way 211 helped a woman battling cancer keep her lights on....
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Children in a classroom
Impact Stories & Features
Children’s College Savings Account Program

United Way of Greater Cincinnati is partnering with the City of Cincinnati, Fifth Third and Cincinnati Preschool Promise...

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Impact Stories & Features
She faced eviction alone — until she called 211
With support from United Way’s helpline, a Cincinnati woman weathered a crisis....
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"Person standing in an alleyway against a brick wall, wearing a black Nike t-shirt with a visible logo.
Impact Stories & Features
From spiraling to supported
A mother of three battling breast cancer found compassion and solutions through United Way 211....
READ MORE
A person holding a smartphone displaying an overdue bill notification for $427.03, with a prompt to pay now to avoid service interruption.
Impact Stories & Features
A fresh start in the fight of her life
How United Way 211 helped a woman battling cancer keep her lights on....
READ MORE
Children in a classroom
Impact Stories & Features
Children’s College Savings Account Program

United Way of Greater Cincinnati is partnering with the City of Cincinnati, Fifth Third and Cincinnati Preschool Promise...

READ MORE
Person wearing a black top with red trim and floral embroidery, and a pink headscarf, sitting on a dark-colored couch. Light-colored curtains with sunlight in the background; clothing items are visible on the left side of the couch.
Impact Stories & Features
She faced eviction alone — until she called 211
With support from United Way’s helpline, a Cincinnati woman weathered a crisis....
READ MORE
Partners convene at Northern Kentucky University.
Press Releases
United Way announces $15.5 million investment in 125 community partners
The grantees’ work aligns with the organization’s commitment to economic well-being....
READ MORE
Press Releases
United Way Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Directors
The leaders bring diverse expertise to the Greater Cincinnati organization’s board....
READ MORE
Two people stand close together in a room set up for an event, with tables, chairs, and framed pictures on the walls. One wears a blue dress, the other a black and white patterned blouse.
Press Releases
United Way of Greater Cincinnati announces 2025 campaign chair
Retired airport CEO will rally support to fuel the nonprofit organization’s impact work....
READ MORE
A speaker stands at a podium in front of a seated audience during an event, with a large screen behind him displaying a photo and the name "Francie G. Pepper."
Press Releases
United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces 2025 Tocqueville Honorees
Supporters are recognized for their philanthropy and dedication to our community....
READ MORE
Cincinnati-Skyline-with-Replica-Steamboat-in-Ohio-River.-144797999_2755x1819
In the News
United Way announces $15.5M investment in 125 community groups
The Cincinnati Business Courier covers United Way's 15.5M investment in the community....
READ MORE
Cincinnati-Skyline-with-Replica-Steamboat-in-Ohio-River.-144797999_2755x1819
In the News
Cincinnati councilmember offers assistance to tenants facing eviction
Spectrum News 1 details how United Way of Greater Cincinnati assists Cincinnati residents facing eviction....
READ MORE
A row of houses with varied architectural styles, a tree on the left, and a clear sky with light clouds.
In the News
United Way CEO Moira Weir discusses innovating housing solutions
In this Movers & Makers op-ed, President & CEO Moira Weir speaks to United Way's focus on housing...
READ MORE
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...
READ MORE

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