NEWS, STORIES &amp; ALERTS

UWGC Southeast Indiana Office Partners with Dearborn’s Mobile Outreach Project

The Mobile Outreach Project operates out of a former bookmobile that was donated to the health department and...

Moira’s Message: Addressing Affordable Housing

Our “Housing First" portfolio will create a regional collaboration that recognizes the importance of differences in approaches while...

Moira’s Message: Supporting Young People

Our new “NextGen Success" portfolio will empower young people through coordinated educational and workforce pathways by investing $1.35...

Women of Tocqueville: Compelling Conversations Recap (May 23, 2022)

May's topic addressed gender equity in the workplace in a conversation titled “Breaking Barriers: The Rose-Colored Glass Ceiling.”...

Moira’s Message: Introducing “Ready Kids, Resilient Families”

We are investing nearly $2.4 million in 11 partners to develop solutions that help prepare all children for...

Moira’s Message: Free Tax Prep 2022 a Success Thanks to Volunteers

More than 350 volunteers helped over 6,500 families save millions of dollars on their 2021 Tax Returns this...

Tocqueville Society’s First Tuesday May 2022 Recap: Celebrating Cincinnati: What Makes our City Great?

In May 2022, we enjoyed a panel discussion celebrating Cincinnati’s success and achievements....

Moira’s Message: Meet Our New Partners

Today we're introducing the partners that comprise our six new opportunity areas....

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...

Darrell Richardson: Project Lift was a “Fresh Start”

According to Darrell Richardson, United Way's Project Lift led to the "wonderful feeling" of working full-time....

Moira’s Message: Bengals Fans Live United

More than 300 Bengals fans took pictures with the AFC Championship trophy after donating to United Way during...

Moira’s Message: Black Empowerment Works – Round 3

Starting May 3 through June 8, 2022, we will take applications for our third round of Black Empowerment...

Moira’s Message: Introducing the 2022 Changemakers Awards

The Changemakers Awards recognize organizations and corporate groups that give back to the Greater Cincinnati community....

Annette Tice: A Leader Among Free Tax Prep Corporate Volunteers

EY employee and tax expert just completed her 10th year of volunteerism for United Way's Free Tax Prep...

Beloved Teacher’s Bequest  Leaves Legacy of Compassion and Hope 

Sarah Wilkinson, a teacher at Walnut Hills High School and had a lifelong and legacy connection to the...

UWGC Eastern Area Assembles Campaign Cabinet

Joy Lytle of the Clermont Chamber of Commerce was named 2021 Campaign Chair. See the full list of...

Clermont County Pilot Program Addresses Kindergarten Readiness

United Way's Success By 6® is embarking on a pilot program designed to help Clermont County children bridge...

UWGC Middletown Area Produces Successful Golf Outing

The annual golf outing raised an estimated $15,000 to help UWGC reach its 2021 campaign goal....

Second Middletown Area Community Health Worker Hired

Calvin Davis has joined UWGC’s Middletown Area Center team as Community Health Worker....

Volunteers Assemble College Success Kits for First-Generation Students

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky spearheaded a drive to produce 120 college success kits on June...

One Example of How COVID Relief is Making a Difference

A single mother and her children were the beneficiaries of a grant to Heart House....

Moira’s Message: Post-Pandemic Economic Effects Still Rage

The mask orders may be lifting, but the economic effects continue to disproportionately affect many. Here is the...

Moira’s Message: A Celebration of Teens’ Academic Success with HEMI’s Help

With the help of our Higher Education Mentoring Initiative (HEMI), 18 students overcame adversity and received nearly $60,000...

2021 HEMI Scholars of Excellence Celebration Recap

Congratulations to the Higher Education Mentorship Initiative's Scholars of Excellence 2021!...

Juneteenth 2021 & Remembering the Tulsa Race Massacre

Juneteenth provides another opportunity to express our commitment to learning, partnering with, and supporting efforts to eliminate inequity...

Moira’s Message: 5 Ways to Get Involved This June

This June has been a busy month at United Way of Greater Cincinnati. Learn more about what we're...

Southeast Indiana Regional Center Update – June 2021

Watch SE Indiana's community gardens grow....

Northern Kentucky Regional Area Center Updates – June 2021

Literacy grant received; volunteers needed to help assemble kits for first-generation college students....

Middletown Area Center Updates – June 2021

Community health worker hired and who is up for a game of golf?...

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....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Digital Equity Grantees

Funding will support device access and digital skills programming....

United Way Releases Southwest Ohio’s First Digital Opportunity Plan

Stakeholders share a common goal: build digital inclusion and equity in our communities....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces New Board Chair

Organization remains committed to transformational impact under Brian Hodgett's leadership....

Reds welcome United Way to “Reds Country Cares”

United Way of Greater Cincinnati partners with Reds Country Cares to provide grants for local organizations making a...

United Way Releases Community Impact Report

United Way’s fresh perspective on impact work builds upon its legacy of giving back....

AmeriCorps Team Supports United Way’s Free Tax Prep Service

Eight-week partnership continues through April 24....

United Way Launches Early Learning Awareness Campaign

Parents are encouraged to call 211 to explore preschool enrollment options....

United Way Announces Workplaces That Care

Companies and employees across the region recognized for their generosity....

UWGC Launches Digital Equity Grant Program for Nonprofits

Organizations working toward digital inclusion are encouraged to apply for the digital equity grant program....

United Way recruiting Free Tax Prep volunteers throughout the region

More volunteers needed to help individuals and families prepare and file taxes....

Hamilton County Grant Program Addresses Digital Divide

Commissioners invest to expand Wi-Fi access in partnership with United Way...

United Way’s Adopt-A-Family Effort Surpasses Goal

Third annual holiday gift program benefits more than 100 kinship care families...

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Changemakers Award Winners

Recipients Honored for Commitment to Volunteerism...

United Way Receives $250K Grant to Test Early Education Alternatives

Families with 2- and 3-year-olds will use home-based technology as part of pilot program....

‘I have my own space.’ Mom wants to make a home for herself, toddler | Wish List

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...

‘Still got her’: NKY grandmother gets back on her feet after series of setbacks | Wish List

Being blind hasn’t stopped Cincinnati woman from pursuing passion for music | Wish List

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...

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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...

United Way Breaks Down Barriers to Housing Security

Local families can stay in their homes with help from United Way programs....

All Items

From spiraling to supported

A mother of three battling breast cancer found compassion and solutions through United Way 211....

A fresh start in the fight of her life

How United Way 211 helped a woman battling cancer keep her lights on....

Children’s College Savings Account Program

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

She faced eviction alone — until she called 211

With support from United Way’s helpline, a Cincinnati woman weathered a crisis....

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....

Children’s College Savings Account Program

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

She faced eviction alone — until she called 211

With support from United Way’s helpline, a Cincinnati woman weathered a crisis....

From job loss to stability

Facing eviction, a Cincinnati newcomer called United Way 211 and received life-changing help....

Press Releases

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces 2025 Tocqueville Honorees

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

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....

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....

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....

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...

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....

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....