Black Empowerment Works

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Moira’s Message: You Stepped Forward – 2021 in Review

Thanks to your support, we accomplished major things in 2021. Here is a quick recap of how your...

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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....

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

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

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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...

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Black Empowerment Works Accepting Grant Applications

United Way of Greater Cincinnati awarded $600,000 in 2020; aims to assist more in 2021....

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The Key to Ladies of Leadership’s Success: “It’s Like a Family”

Ladies of Leadership (LOL) has been part of Angel Evans’ life since she was 11 years old. Now...

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Volunteer Mentors Form the Backbone of Ladies of Leadership

During her seven years as a Ladies of Leadership (LOL) mentor, Caharina McNeill has listened to the stories...

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Mentoring Program Builds Self-Confidence in Teen Sisters

Ladies of Leadership has been instilling self-esteem and building confidence in girls since 2007....

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Ladies of Leadership Pivoted to Meet Students’ Needs

Alarmed that students in Ladies of Leadership's summer enrichment were faltering academically, founder Kimberly Huckleby and her team...

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Founder of Ladies of Leadership Overcame “Self-Inflicted Wounds”

Ladies of Leadership exists to instill self-esteem and confidence so that girls can reach their full potential....

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Cincinnati Artist Siri Imani Releases Powerful Interpretation of United Way’s Help

Cincinnati spoken-word artist Siri Imani released a powerful video that speaks to how United Way of Greater Cincinnati...