NEWS, STORIES &amp; ALERTS

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....

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.”...

If you’re passionate about financial empowerment, we have an incredible opportunity for Certified Financial Planners® to make a...

Pathway to Prosperity

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....

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....

Tocqueville Society 2025 Recaps

First Pitch with Candace McGraw & The Cincinnati Reds A Night to Celebrate Leadership, Generosity and Community July...

Federal Funding Cuts Would Significantly Affect Local Nonprofits, Survey Shows

United Way leads efforts to identify the regional impact of spending cuts....

United Way brings Free Tax Prep to Cincinnati Children’s

Hospital-based site saved families time and money....

Ask Congress to Expand the Child Tax Credit (CTC)

Take action to support families across the country by asking your members of Congress to support the expansion...

Investing in Our Youngest Generation

Support families in our region by asking your elected officials to support funding for early childhood education programs....

Support Funding for Housing Programs

Ask your elected officials to support funding for housing programs, which are vital to thriving communities....

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....

Driving Change: Transportation’s Impact on Our Communities

United Way’s latest Policy With a Splash of Coffee focused on transportation innovation and investment in our region...

All Ohioans should have access to 211

The United Way of Greater Cincinnati policy team recently advocated for statewide funding for Ohio 211....

Celebrating Our Corporate Volunteers

We're always grateful for the support of our volunteers who step up to #LiveUnited. Many corporate supporters arrange...

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...

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...

Moira’s Message: The collective power of agency partners & United Way

Join us is celebrating our agency partners on social media. After all, #CincyLivesUnited...

UWGC recognized with Legacy Builder Award

Legacy Pointe Church issues the Legacy Builder Award to a person or organization that is a great partner...

Ivy Tech Creates New Food Pantry Thanks to United Way Grant

The new on-campus location offers easy access for students experiencing food insecurity....

Moira’s Message: A Child’s First Teacher

With school starting, there is no better time to discuss United Way's Success By 6®’s community partnerships....

NKY Child Care Centers Appreciate United Way Mask & Sanitizer Giveaway

The giveaway stemmed from Gov. Andy Beshear's executive order requiring students in K-12 schools and children age 2...

Attending Preschool Increases Kindergarten Readiness, New Data Shows

Data from Butler County Educational Service Center (BCESC) shows Head Start attendees had higher average Kindergarten Readiness Assessment...

Moira’s Message: $1M Invested In Black Empowerment Works

Because of your investment, we were able to increase the awards by nearly $400K over last year....

Moira’s Message: Black Empowerment Works Grants Return

Our Black-led grants program is back for a second year. Here's how you can help keep the momentum...

Moira’s Message: Our Innovation in a Rapidly Changing World

Here are some examples of our work when it comes innovating programs and systems....

Summer Blast: Apartment Residents in Clermont County Gather for Food, Fun, Resources

The 60 families that attended the Summer Blast were greeted by more than 20 participating agencies....

Moira’s Message: Helping People Where They Live, Work and Worship

UWGC established a Community Engagement function to diversify and expand our partnerships. And it's working....

Project Lift Helps Mother of two “Get Over a Hurdle”

Despite working full-time to support her family, Tanika Newell had fallen behind on her bills and it came...

Free Tax Prep appointments now available at sites throughout Greater Cincinnati

Qualifying individuals save money & get credits they deserve through United Way’s program....

United Way’s Adopt-A-Family program grows to support even more families

More than 100 donors provided gifts to 143 families in Greater Cincinnati....

Volunteers Are Needed to Meet The Demand For Free Tax Prep Initiative

Volunteer for Free Tax Prep A volunteer for Free Tax Prep helps local families get the most of...

Tricia Sunders Joins United Way as Chief Development Officer

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

United Way Announces Major Investments to Support a Brighter Tomorrow

$22 million investment strategy unveiled to build a thriving community; additional $2.3 million in youth & workforce readiness...

Backpacks for Success exceeds goal, distributes supplies to 3,400 students

United Way of Greater Cincinnati thanks partners for generously supporting local students....

United Way announces 2024-2025 funded community partners

Grantees’ work aligns with UWGC’s mission of supporting economic well-being....

United Way Announces First Slate of Grantees for New Workforce Development Funding Through Partnership with the GE Aerospace Foundation

Five programs selected for the Future of Manufacturing Fund inaugural class....

Hamilton County & United Way announce public Wi-Fi grantees

Funding will improve digital access for families throughout Hamilton County....

United Way announces 2024 Community Campaign co-chairs

Executives from The Christ Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s will share the role....

United Way Partners with the Council for a Brighter Future to Ensure Grant County, Ky., Kids are Ready for Kindergarten

Families will receive education resources in the mail, and are encouraged to attend a Play & Learn event....

Bengals’ Andrei Iosivas Donates $10,000 to United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Moira Weir, United Way President and CEO (left); Andrei Iosivas, Bengals wide receiver (center); and Art Crew, JD...

Thank You, Community Leaders!

Community Leaders convene at United Way of Greater Cincinnati....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Announces Tocqueville Honorees

Donors recognized for their philanthropy and dedication to our community....

‘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....