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Impact Stories & Features
After Temporary Loss of Income, a Mother Finds Support From Project Lift
Loss of income due to COVID quarantine and family-wide outbreak of strep made it impossible for Andreah to...
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Impact Stories & Features
Help More Families Thrive. Give Today.
Complex barriers prevent many hard-working families from building a solid financial foundation. They know exactly what will make...
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Impact Stories & Features
Moira’s Message: Who are you thankful for?
We at United Way are grateful to our Corporate Heroes — and all volunteers throughout our community....
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Press Releases
Four Local Companies Stand Out When It Comes To Standing Up For Their Community
EY, Michelman, U.S. Bank, Ingage Partners lauded for volunteerism....
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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...
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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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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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...
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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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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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Impact Stories & Features
Impact Update | Winter 2024

What We’re Learning The last session of our Knowledge Exchange webinar series on framing explored how to frame...

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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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Brittany Berry, reads with her children, from left, De'Andre, Sunshine and Ryan.
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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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...

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Impact Stories & Features
Building Better Together

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

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Press Releases
UWGC Releases Final 2020 Free Tax Prep Program Results
United Way of Greater Cincinnati's Free Tax Prep initiative saves and secures a total of $12 million for...
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Impact Stories & Features, Press Releases
SE Indiana UWGC Awards $164K of COVID Relief Grant to Area Nonprofits
10 Southeast Indiana nonprofits were awarded a collective $164K to help residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic....
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Press Releases
Cintas Corporation, UWGC Distribute nearly 4,000 Sanitizer Kits
Cintas donated 3,708 boxes of hand sanitizer with a retail value of more than $400,000 in combination one-gallon...
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Press Releases
City of Cincinnati Human Services Fund Announces Request for Proposals
Organizations providing services to residents of the city of Cincinnati are invited to submit proposals seeking financial support...
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Press Releases
$25M Investment supports system-changing work for families
This investment will support that work and provide opportunity for bold new work....
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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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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,...
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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, In the News
‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List
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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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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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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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Impact Stories & Features
A head start, a lifelong journey
How a belief in education and United Way’s support helped a mother and son defy the odds....
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A person stands in a hallway with lockers, wearing a red lanyard and carrying a red backpack.
Impact Stories & Features
A head start, a lifelong journey
How a belief in education and United Way’s support helped a mother and son defy the odds....
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Archie and Sharen Brown
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 and family.
Impact Stories & Features
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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Jim and Alison Zimmerman
Impact Stories & Features
Jim and Alison Zimmerman’s efforts in early education helped shape Cincinnati’s future
Jim and Alison Zimmerman were recognized at the 2025 Annual Tocqueville Celebration for the dedication to the community....
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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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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....
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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....
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A woman joyfully lifts a smiling toddler into the air on a sunny day, with trees and sunlight creating a warm, playful backdrop. The child looks excited and happy, reaching forward with laughter.
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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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
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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