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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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Two young boys wearing backpacks smile brightly at the camera, one giving a double thumbs-up and the other holding a lollipop, with colorful school supplies and volunteers visible in the background at an outdoor distribution event.
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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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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Impact Stories & Features
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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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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Michael and Suzette Fisher are recognized at the 2024 Annual Tocqueville Celebration.
Impact Stories & Features
United Way Donor Profile – Michael and Suzette Fisher

CINCINNATI (Oct. 31, 2024) — As philanthropists who proudly support a number of organizations, Michael and Suzette Fisher...

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Impact Stories & Features
United Way’s Free Tax Prep service seeks volunteers
IRS-certified volunteers help put millions of dollars back into the community....
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Impact Stories & Features
In her time of need, a retired nurse turned to United Way 211
“The weight of the world was lifted off my shoulders,” she says....
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Impact Stories & Features
Knowledge Exchange | The Power of a Shared Story: Lessons from the Early Childhood Movement
An engaging exploration of what social change communicators can learn from the past 25 years of advocacy for...
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Impact Stories & Features
For veteran with a disability, United Way 211 was “a godsend”
United Way Care Coordinator ensured a caller got help through a utility relief program....
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Impact Stories & Features
“I’m able to take it from here”
United Way, City of Cincinnati and Legal Aid have partnered on an eviction-prevention program....
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Impact Stories & Features
Tocqueville Society 2024 Recaps

A Place to Call Home: Strategies for Stability | Dec. 3 Our recent Tocqueville Tuesday luncheon, “A Place...

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Impact Stories & Features
United Way Donor Profile: Bill Montague and Kelly Wittich
Professional planners support United Way through a legacy gift....
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Impact Stories & Features
Impact Update | Summer 2024
Welcome to the first edition of our quarterly Impact Newsletter!...
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Tynesha, Project LIFT participant, and her daughters
Impact Stories & Features
You Can Help Families on the Path to Financial Stability
Donate to United Way of Greater Cincinnati to support programs like Project LIFT....
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Impact Stories & Features
Cultivating Collaboration: United Way Worldwide’s 2024 Advocacy Forum & Capitol Hill Day
UWGC Public Policy and Advocacy Manager recounts recent trip to D.C....
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Impact Stories & Features
Wellness workshops nurture Black women and girls
Recipient of Black Empowerment Works mini-grant taps into the healing power of creativity....
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Impact Stories & Features
Join Me and Give to United Way’s 2024 Community Campaign
GIVE NOW to United Way and help local families on their path to economic well-being. Together we build...
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Impact Stories & Features
You Can Make a Difference in a Student’s Education This Year
Support United Way’s efforts to ensure children in Greater Cincinnati are ready to learn....
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Impact Stories & Features
2024 Campaign Jumpstart #2
United Way and its corporate partners come together to explore strategies and tools available for a successful and...
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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....
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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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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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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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
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 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....
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
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....
READ MORE
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....
READ MORE
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....
READ MORE
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....
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
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....
READ MORE
Two young boys wearing backpacks smile brightly at the camera, one giving a double thumbs-up and the other holding a lollipop, with colorful school supplies and volunteers visible in the background at an outdoor distribution event.
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....
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
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...
READ MORE

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