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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 in a maroon shirt with 'Beautiful' written in white cursive, standing against a red brick wall with one hand on the wall and the other on their hip.
Impact Stories & Features
From job loss to stability
Facing eviction, a Cincinnati newcomer called United Way 211 and received life-changing help....
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Policy Breakfast 7.22.25
Impact Stories & Features
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...
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Various United Way staff with a Rand Paul's staff.
Impact Stories & Features
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....
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Impact Stories & Features
50,000 reasons why United Way 211 is essential
United Way’s helpline responds 24/7 to connect people to critical resources....
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Impact Stories & Features
Impact Update | Summer 2025

What We’re Learning Our region’s issues are interconnectedWhile preparing for our new grantmaking cycle, we thought a lot...

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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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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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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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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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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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
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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Impact Stories & Features
Moira’s Message: The United Way’s “WHY”
We all have our “why” that compels us. Read about UWGC's "Why" and our updated Vision and Mission...
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Impact Stories & Features
Moira’s Message: Our 211 Helpline is a Vital Community Service
With an average of 2,500 calls answered weekly, our 211 Helpline is a vital resource for individuals in...
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Impact Stories & Features
Moira’s Message: The collective power of agency partners & United Way
Join us is celebrating our agency partners on social media. After all, #CincyLivesUnited...
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Impact Stories & Features
UWGC recognized with Legacy Builder Award
Legacy Pointe Church issues the Legacy Builder Award to a person or organization that is a great partner...
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Press Releases
Poll Shows Kentucky Voters Want More Public Investment In Quality Child Care
A new survey finds Kentuckians overwhelmingly support increased investments to improve access to high-quality child care programs....
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Press Releases
United Way Receives $140K Grant to Improve Child Care Access and Affordability in SE Indiana
The grant, awarded by Indiana's Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation...
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Press Releases
IN THE NEWS: United Way’s 211 Helpline at Risk Without Ongoing State Funding
Moira Weir, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Cincinnati President (UWGC) outlines the importance of the...
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Press Releases
Three Executives Join United Way’s Leadership Team
Elbert Goode II, Alaina Pratt and Amy Weber bring impressive credentials to their roles....
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Press Releases
Black Empowerment Works Grant Program Will Invest $1.9 Million to Support Grassroots, Black-Led Work in Greater Cincinnati
The Black Empowerment Works program, led by United Way of Greater Cincinnati in partnership with bi3 and P&G...
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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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Press Releases
United Way Announces Winners of Inaugural Greater Cincinnati Changemakers Awards
United Way of Greater Cincinnati is thrilled to recognize five organizations and corporate groups for their dedication to...
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Press Releases
United Way of Greater Cincinnati Joins New Initiative to Prevent Non-Payment Eviction for Hundreds of Cincinnati Public Housing Tenants
The Renew Collaborative is known as one of the most effective eviction prevention programs in the country and...
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Press Releases
Cincinnati NAACP Honors United Way of Greater Cincinnati for Community Outreach Efforts
Each year, the Community Outreach and Partnership Award recognizes an organization or person that exemplifies the values of...
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Press Releases
United Way Invests $1.3 Million to Support Innovative, Black-Led Ideas in Greater Cincinnati
United Way has announced the investment of $1.3 million into 60 Black-led projects and programs promoting social mobility,...
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Press Releases
United Way Introduces Six Systems Change Portfolios
Beginning July 2022, six groups of systems change partners will work toward true change in our community so...
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Press Releases
Community Input Drives Nearly $20 Million Investment Addressing Critical Needs
“This culminates a two-year transformation for United Way of Greater Cincinnati but begins a much larger transformation for...
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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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Black Empowerment Works class funded in 2020.
Press Releases
United Way Invests $1M in Equity: Black Empowerment Works
$1 Million is being awarded to support innovative, Black-led Ideas in Greater Cincinnati....
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Press Releases
UWGC, Perfetti Van Melle Team Up To Help First-Generation College Students
Volunteers are needed to help assemble the College-Care Kits on Wednesday, June 16, 2021....
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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....
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....
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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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Two young girls are seated at a table engaged in a creative activity, drawing or coloring with crayons and pencils. The classroom setting is bright and cheerful, with playful wall decorations including an octopus. The children appear focused and content as they work on their artwork.
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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
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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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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.
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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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"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
"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....
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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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