United Way of Greater Cincinnati kicked off its 2017 campaign with a “Stories That Unite Us” breakfast at the Duke Energy Convention Center. Guests heard stories of United Way’s transformative work in the region.
United Way launches $62.2M campaign
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Refocused United Way takes aim at the persistent problem of poverty
United Way of Greater Cincinnati, in its efforts to reduce poverty across the region, is undergoing a broad transformation that is both subtle and radical. So, the agency that represents 90,000 donors and will invest $51 million in our community this year will start to do so differently. Learn more in our August cover story by John Faherty.
‘What’s next?’ | United Way stakeholders share stories, perspectives
“You can’t just put a Band-Aid on a cut and hope to solve poverty.” – Doc Huffman. Hear personal stories from the United Way of Greater Cincinnati stakeholders and their to fight to end poverty in our city.
Through United Way gift, Lindners pledge $500,000 to fight child poverty
Martha and Carl H. Lindner III have committed $500,000 to United Way of Greater Cincinnati for the Child Poverty Collaborative’s One to One Family Initiative.
Their gift will be recognized as part of United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s 2017 annual campaign and, outside of United Way, is the largest and most long-term of all contributions toward the Child Poverty Collaborative.
United Way, partners help local families with tax prep
More than $20 million in tax refunds were returned to local families in the Greater Cincinnati region, thanks to United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s Regional Volunteer Tax Assistance Collaborative.
United Way, Bengals join for Hometown Huddle
The Marvin Lewis Community Fund took this year’s Hometown Huddle to Westwood, where the volunteers installed a state-of-the-art challenge course, a playground, outdoor fitness area and improved basketball court.
‘Speed Mentoring’ earns kudos for United Way
The United Way of Greater Cincinnati was honored as the Clermont Chamber of Commerce Foundation 2016 Career Prep Program of the Year. The award was for Sarah Ghee’s work establishing the Speed Mentoring program for the Work Readiness Initiative.
United Way hosts dinner for major donors
United Way of Greater Cincinnati held its annual fall dinner for members of the Centennial Society (gifts of $25,000) and Million Dollar Roundtable (gifts of $1 million or more over a period of five years).
United Way reaches $62.1 million goal
United Way of Greater Cincinnati topped its 2016 goal to raise $62.1 million, projecting a final total of $62,115,000. The funds raised will support 2017 strategic initiatives and programs throughout United Way’s 10-county region.
BOLD graduates fall class, looks ahead to spring session
United Way of Greater Cincinnati recently conducted its board orientation and leadership development program for fall 2016. BOLD, the area’s most comprehensive board training program, is designed for those looking to grow their skills to the next leadership level.