United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s funded community partners are community-based organizations that predominantly serve low-income families and individuals across the Greater Cincinnati region with services aligned to our three impact pillars:
These partners range from organizations delivering direct responsive services to systemic change efforts, all working toward our shared mission of building economic well-being so the entire community can thrive.
The Future of
Manufacturing Fund supports a cohort of nonprofit organizations and educational
providers that are working to strengthen the advanced manufacturing workforce
pipeline in Greater Cincinnati through proven programs focused on recruitment,
credentialing, job placement, and employer engagement. These grantees fall into
two tracks: Workforce Architects who offer comprehensive credentialing and
direct job placement services, and Talent Connectors who focus on early
awareness, recruitment, and career pathway development in advanced
manufacturing fields.
The EY Digital Divide Take Action Fund is a collaboration between Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) and United Way of Greater Cincinnati that addresses digital equity by providing grants to organizations working to decrease the digital divide in underrepresented communities. This partnership has supported almost 8,000 people across 15 local organizations, combining EY’s business expertise with United Way’s community knowledge to bridge the digital divide and build thriving communities.
Project LIFT partners are a diverse network of organizations ranging from large social service agencies to small faith-based communities across our region that provide family-centered coaching and flexible financial resources to help low-income families achieve stability. These trusted community partners work directly with families, offering coordinated support that removes barriers to financial empowerment while sharing data and learnings to inform broader systemic solutions.
United Way of Greater Cincinnati works with a broad coalition of nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders who share our commitment to advancing policies that support educational success, financial empowerment, and housing security. These partners collaborate with us to engage policymakers at local, state, and federal levels, amplify community voices, and advocate for change.
United Way of Greater Cincinnati partners with grassroots and faith-based organizations that are key stakeholders in underserved communities. These collaborations foster trust and ensure diverse voices are represented in our strategic vision, enabling these community partners to address systemic challenges and create meaningful impact in the communities they serve.
United Way of Greater Cincinnati administers four memorial trust funds—the Ettlinger Trust Fund, the Fleischmann Memorial Fund, the Huenefeld Trust Fund and the Smith Trust Fund. These annual grants are awarded to United Way partners and local organizations whose missions align with the specific goals designated by each trust’s donor.
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