CANTON, OHIO (September 15, 2026) – United Way of Greater Stark County and Alliance City School District celebrated the launch of Strong Neighborhoods, Strong Families programming at Alliance Elementary School on September 14, expanding school-based family support in Alliance and marking the first of four new United Way locations planned for the 2026/2027 school year. The expansion brings family support …
CANTON, OHIO (September 10, 2026) – United Way of Greater Stark County today announced the expansion of its Strong Neighborhoods, Strong Families programming into four additional schools and launched it’s $4.25 million annual campaign during its Annual Report to the Community, presented by Employers Health. The event brought together workplace and community partners, volunteers, elected officials and other community leaders …
As we close out another impactful year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the extraordinary strides United Way of Greater Stark County has made in 2024. From the power of volunteerism to expanding crucial initiatives, this year has been filled with collaboration, progress, and a steadfast commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families across our community. Here’s …
(Stark County, OH) April 20, 2026 – United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) has been selected as a 2026 Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) grant recipient by ServeOhio, the Governor appointed commission on service and volunteerism. The grant will support United Way’s Summer Bridge outreach project, an initiative focused on helping young learners maintain academic progress and build confidence …
(Stark County, OH) April 13, 2026 – United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) hosted a successful dine to donate and guest bartending event at Michael D’s, bringing together more than 50 community members, partners, and supporters for an evening of fundraising, awareness, and connection. The event raised over $2,000 in support of United Way’s Summer Bridge to Success initiative, …
(Stark County, OH) March 3, 2026 – United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) is launching Summer Bridge to Success — an initiative designed to provide summer learning support for over 400 kindergarten students at Alliance Early Learning School, Gibbs Elementary School, and Massillon East Elementary School maintain the progress they’ve made as they prepare to enter first grade. Summer …
(Stark County, OH) December 16, 2025 – United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) will open its funding application for small grants for Black-led nonprofits from January 6 to 30, 2026. This process is an annual funding opportunity for small, Black-led organizations that are uniquely positioned to address programs supporting Black communities in Stark and Carroll Counties. Launched in 2023, this …
(Stark County, OH) December 2, 2025 –Nominations are now open for the United Way of Greater Stark County’s 2026 DeHoff Emerging Philanthropists Award. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 6 2026, by 5 p.m. To nominate someone, email Beth Hensley, VP of Marketing and Communications at [email protected] for the nomination form, or click this link. United Way is proud …
(Stark County, OH) December 2, 2025 – United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) announces a special funding award aimed at combating hunger within the local community. A total of $43,500 will be invested this month, ensuring that no family goes hungry this giving season. Funding Allocation: Feed Kids First: A contribution of $6,500 will be dedicated to Feed Kids First. …
(Stark County, OH) December 9, 2024. North Canton Medical Foundation recently provided funding for an Access Health Stark County community health worker (CHW) for Gibbs Elementary School in collaboration with United Way of Greater Stark County’s Strong Neighborhoods, Strong Families initiative. North Canton Medical Foundation is a 501(c)3 foundation whose mission is to improve the health and wellness of the …
