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Nov 2, 20226 min read
Resources and Services from the 2022 Community Info Expo
The annual expo provides information and resources to the community about human services and other programs.
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Oct 5, 20222 min read
Youth Engagement: It Starts with One
This is the way of the volunteer. It often starts with one, but enthusiasm is contagious, and a little momentum turns into a movement.
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Jul 21, 20222 min read
We Have Been Challenged: $100,000 to Fight Hunger
Our communities have been challenged to raise $100,000 to help fight hunger in Franklin, PA and Washington, MD counties. Raise $100k and...
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Nov 10, 20212 min read
United Way Recognizes Lucy Weaver for Outstanding Volunteerism
Weaver was recognized as this year's recipient of the Cynthia Hawbaker Memorial Award for serving Women in Need as a dedicated volunteer...
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May 18, 20212 min read
UWFC Raises $26,692 to Help Feed Local Families
The organization's annual Winter Food Drive collected cash instead of cans in the midst of COVID - and the community showed up to help...
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Jan 15, 20212 min read
Honoring Dr. King by Serving Others
UWFC brings people together to serve others in the spirit of Dr. King’s vision of the Beloved Community through its annual Winter Food...
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Dec 17, 20202 min read
5 Ways to Rethink Holiday Volunteer Traditions
2020 has been a year like no other, but it is still possible to fulfill our desire to give back this holiday season. 2020 has been a year...
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Dec 1, 20203 min read
Starting Today, Give for Tomorrow
Together, we can build a tomorrow that is better than yesterday. For every single one of us. All we need to do is Start Today United.
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Oct 22, 20202 min read
4 Ways to Protect the Health of Our Community
Volunteering is good for your health? Yes. And it's good for community.
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Aug 25, 20203 min read
Women in Franklin County Continue to Fight for Equity
100 Years After Women’s Suffrage, the Fight to Give Everyone a Voice Continues
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May 14, 20204 min read
Over $46K Distributed from UWFC's COVID-19 Crisis Fund
An emergency fund to help nonprofits provide unmet needs to Franklin County residents during the pandemic has released $46,882 in grants.
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May 5, 20204 min read
8 Ways to Thank Frontline Workers
Those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak continue to help keep our community safe and running. Thank you!
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Feb 12, 20203 min read
Options for Free Tax Filing
Explore several options for free tax filing including VITA sites, AARP sites, IRS Free File, MilTax, and MyFreeTaxes.
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Nov 21, 20192 min read
The Power of Giving
Want to have the power to make a really big impact on our community? GivingTuesday is a great opportunity.
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Sep 19, 20192 min read
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Special Edition T-shirts
United Way of Franklin County is offering VIVA UNIDOS apparel to the community for Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Jun 27, 20193 min read
Report: 30% of Franklin County Households Struggling to Survive
New report reveals that 30% of Franklin County households are not making enough to pay for essentials such as food, housing, and child care.
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May 31, 20192 min read
United Way Launches Online Apparel Shop for Fundraiser
The shop will feature different designs throughout the year to raise awareness of various groups in United Way's commitment to embrace...
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May 29, 20193 min read
Local Volunteers, Donors Recognized for Community Impact
The Bravo! Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in May celebrated contributions of individuals and businesses that helped drive community impact
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Mar 28, 20192 min read
$6,700 in Subs Benefits Local Community Programs
Hundreds visited Jersey Mike's on March 27 to enjoy a sub and support United Way of Franklin County. United Way of Franklin County joined...
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Mar 12, 20193 min read
There's Room at the Table
Tables are a place where people come together. With that in mind, it seems the most important resource we can share as a community is the...
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