Improving in our community

Health

Good health is essential for a strong and vibrant community. With the help of our funded partners, we aim to tackle some of Stark County’s most pressing health concerns by reducing this area’s high infant mortality rate and combating the rising opioid epidemic.
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Education

Education is the foundation for a successful future, and we believe it’s never too early to start. Through our work, we hope to increase the number of eligible Stark County students who are kindergarten ready, while simultaneously improving our community’s graduation rate.
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Financial Stability

Financial stability is the first step out of poverty. As part of our 2020 goals, we’re putting individuals and families on the path toward economic independence by improving access to affordable housing and promoting workforce development opportunities.
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Our Impact

With your help, we’re making sustainable progress towards our vision for a stronger community in Stark and Carroll County.
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    Invested in the community during the 2017-2018 cycle
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    Tax returns filed through our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program
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    Households kept their utilities on or avoided eviction through our Emergency Assistance Collaborative
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    Services provided by our Financial Prosperity Center

What's Happening

It's amazing what we can achieve when we live United. Learn what's coming up at United Way, and find ways you can give back and get involved.

Upcoming Event

Annual Celebration
March 28 @ 7:30 am - 9:30 am
Kent State University at Stark Conference Center
6000 Frank Avenue Northwest, North Canton, OH, 44720, United States

Come and join us at our Annual Celebration, featuring caring workplaces, outstanding volunteers, engaging speakers and exciting local news. Presentations include: DeHoff Emerging Philanthropist of Stark County Award, United Way of Greater Stark County Gold Key Service Awards and the 2018 Fundraising Results Announcement.

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Give

Your generous donation directly funds local programs that create lasting change for those who need our help the most.
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Advocate

Speak up. Lend your voice to influence public policy and champion a cause that impacts everyone in our community.
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Volunteer

Get hands-on. We rely on our volunteers, who donate their time and talent, to help our programs succeed.
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Companies

Help your company Live United. Start a workplace campaign at your organization.
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Nonprofits

Learn more about our local, community partner network.
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