NEWS, STORIES &amp; ALERTS

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....

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....

AmeriCorps Team in Cincinnati to Support United Way’s Free Tax Prep Service

Members will spend several weeks at sites in Greater Cincinnati helping to prepare taxes....

The system said ‘no’ but United Way 211 said ‘let’s try’

After a difficult diagnosis and financial challenges, a woman found compassion and support in a phone call....

A journey from struggle to stability

United Way’s Project LIFT provides a hand up to a Clermont County family....

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...

Tynesha’s story: Building a Better Future for Her Family

How one woman overcame obstacles with perseverance and support from Project LIFT....

United Way’s Adopt-A-Family Brought Holiday Cheer to 143 Families

Grandmother of 12: “I’m thankful it was there for my family.”...

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...

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...

Silverton grandmother slept on the couch so her grandson could have a bed | Wish List

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

Impact Update | Winter 2024

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

‘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

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

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

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....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati and Partners Invest a Record $1.9M in Local, Black-Led Work

More than 50 initiatives awarded grants for work promoting vibrant, equitable communities....

Op-Ed: United Way at forefront of strengthening housing security, childcare, educational success

Moira Weir, President & CEO, reflects on a recent meeting she attended at the White House in this...

Understanding 211 & unlocking its potential in underserved communities

State legislators joined United Way of Greater Cincinnati for a 211 Talk & Tour....

Enquirer readers donate $66,000 to help United Way Wish List families

The total raised through the 2023 Wish List is $66,199, more than enough to fulfill the wishes of...

Cincinnati mother unexpectedly lost 2 children in 2 years | Wish List

A little over two years ago, Trissa Green had reason to be optimistic. What happened instead is a...

United Way helps build a community where everyone belongs

Moira Weir, President and CEO of United Way of Greater Cincinnati, reflects on the power of belonging in...

Family rallies around son after spinal cord injury | Wish List

Valerie Whittle was parking the car when it happened. As she made her way into the Cincinnati Country...

After adopting a teen, Goshen mom needs help furnishing their home | Wish List

A boy named Wednor was in crisis and needed a place to spend the night. He stood at...

Northern Kentucky family needs help rebuilding after fire | Wish List

It was the day before Thanksgiving 2022. Shy’aire Wakefield and her baby sister, Soneek, lay on a bed...

Cincinnati teen needs help as she starts new life | Wish List

Early this year, 14-year-old Marvilise walked into Nella’s Place for the first time. She recalls shedding some tears...

An Indiana man with disability needs a new watch to work at job he likes | Wish List

Chris, who turned 50 last month, has a developmental disability. Judy Muncy said that has not stopped her...

Norwood father wants to return to work after multiple sclerosis diagnosis | Wish List

Grandmother wants help making her house a home for grandchildren in her care | Wish List

My View: We Must Dismantle Systems That Hold Families Back

In an exclusive op-ed for the Cincinnati Business Courier, Moira Weir, President and CEO of United Way of...

Moira’s Message: Introducing the 2022 Changemakers Awards

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

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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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....

50,000 reasons why United Way 211 is essential

United Way’s helpline responds 24/7 to connect people to critical resources....

Impact Update | Summer 2025

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

United Way announces $15.5M investment in 125 community groups

The Cincinnati Business Courier covers United Way's 15.5M investment in the community....

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....

50,000 reasons why United Way 211 is essential

United Way’s helpline responds 24/7 to connect people to critical resources....

Impact Update | Summer 2025

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

Addressing Hunger in Our Communities

Take action to support families and individuals facing hunger by asking Congress to champion programs that address food...

Press Releases

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....

Federal Funding Cuts Would Significantly Affect Local Nonprofits, Survey Shows

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

AmeriCorps Team in Cincinnati to Support United Way’s Free Tax Prep Service

Members will spend several weeks at sites in Greater Cincinnati helping to prepare taxes....

United Way of Greater Cincinnati Recognizes 2024 Workplaces That Care®

Local companies were honored for their employees’ generosity and volunteerism....

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...

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....

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,...