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Pencils and Crayons and Notebooks, Oh My!
Our annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is underway. We need your help to connect local students with tools to help them succeed!
Jul 5, 20232 min read
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Celebrate Week of the Young Child
Week of the Young Child is April 1-7, 2023. Join us in supporting local children and families to bolster early learning and school...
Apr 3, 20232 min read
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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.
Nov 2, 20226 min read
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$43,000 in Donations Raised by Community for Stuff the Bus
Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community, over $43,000 in school supplies and monetary donations benefitted five school...
Sep 1, 20222 min read
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10th Annual Stuff the Bus Rallies Community to Support Local Students
July is National Make a Difference to Children Month. Join us in making a positive difference through our annual school supply drive.
Jul 6, 20223 min read
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Community Collects over $20,000 in School Supplies for Students at 5 Local Districts
A heartfelt thank-you to all who made this year's Stuff the Bus possible!
Sep 7, 20212 min read
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Every Child Deserves Access to High-Quality Education
Help United Way of Franklin County support local students as they face an unconventional school year.
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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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.
Dec 1, 20203 min read
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Women in Franklin County Continue to Fight for Equity
100 Years After Women’s Suffrage, the Fight to Give Everyone a Voice Continues
Aug 25, 20203 min read
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My United Way Experience: A Volunteer's Perspective
Kim Crider, United Way of Franklin County 2019/20 Campaign Chair and Board Member, reflects on her volunteer experiences in our community.
Feb 3, 20203 min read
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The Power of Giving
Want to have the power to make a really big impact on our community? GivingTuesday is a great opportunity.
Nov 21, 20192 min read
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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.
Sep 19, 20192 min read
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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.
Jun 27, 20193 min read
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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...
May 31, 20192 min read
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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
May 29, 20193 min read
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Adventures of a Young Learner
Through his lens, everything is an adventure. He is the Indiana Jones of his own universe. He is observant, he is curious, and he is...
May 13, 20193 min read
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Truly Born Learning
By the time a baby finally enters our world, they have been preparing for quite some time and are already learning from everything that...
Apr 23, 20193 min read
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Families Learn & Play Together at United Way Event
Nearly 500 people attended the 3rd Annual Learn & Play Day with United Way on Saturday, March 30. Learn & Play Day with United Way on...
Apr 2, 20192 min read
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$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...
Mar 28, 20192 min read
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Why Give to United Way's Campaign?
Executive Director Amy Hicks explores the importance of collective impact to make a difference. Why does United Way of Franklin County...
Feb 15, 20192 min read
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