(Canton, OH) February 12, 2019 – For 26 years, United Way’s annual Day of Caring event has connected generous community volunteers with local organizations through a wide variety of service projects. These partnerships make it possible for local agencies, schools and organizations to complete projects they could not undertake on their own. At the same time, participants receive a firsthand …
(Canton, OH) February 7, 2019 — Through the Stark County CARE (Coordinates & Aligns Resources to Engage, Empower & Educate) Team initiative, more students and their families in our community receive the help and support services they need to succeed in school. CARE Team coordinates and aligns resources to engage, empower and educate our youth, families and communities to equip …
(Canton, OH – January 22, 2019) United Way of Greater Stark County is offering training to help individuals and organizations understand and address the unique challenges created by economic diversity. Bridges Out of Poverty workshop curriculum is relevant to employers, educators, community organizations, social service agencies and policy-makers who want to learn more about the fundamental causes and stigmas of …
(Canton, OH) January 10, 2019 – United Way of Greater Stark County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is now scheduling appointments for the 2019 tax return season. VITA assists individuals and families who have an income of $65,000 or less by filing their taxes for free. VITA volunteers work with clients to identify tax credits that are often overlooked, …
(Canton, OH) December 18, 2018 – Nominations are being accepted for the United Way of Greater Stark County (UWGSC) Gold Key Service Award and DeHoff Emerging Philanthropist Award. Deadline for submissions is Friday, January 25, 2019 at noon. Gold Key Service Award: For 57 years, UWGSC has recognized community leaders and volunteers for the impact they have in the local …
(Canton, OH) December 4, 2018 – The needs of those living in poverty and homeless are constant throughout the year. But, during the fall and harsh winter months, items like warm blankets and dry socks are critical to preventing frostbite and hypothermia, as well as a number of other health concerns. Blankets and socks are the most requested item by …
(Canton, OH) November 20, 2018 – This December, nearly 200 high school students will receive a hoodie from a college or university of their choice from Young Leaders Society’s (YLS) signature program, Hoodies for the Holidays. This is the 4th year YLS has implemented Hoodies. The program focuses on offering encouragement to students planning to attend college, seeking to inspire …
(Canton, OH) November 6, 2018 United Way of Greater Stark County is shining a light on the hidden poverty in our community. Its latest research report reveals that 38 percent of Greater Stark County households cannot afford basic life necessities, including housing, food, transportation, child care and health care. United Way uses the term ALICE to describe this hidden population, …
(Canton, OH) November 1, 2018 United Way of Greater Stark County is collecting new blankets from November 1 – 16 to blanket our community in the upcoming winter months. Many shelters do not have enough blankets in stock to assist the current need, let alone the needs in the upcoming winter months. This drive will help re-stock their shelves so …
(Canton, OH) October 23, 2018 – United Way of Greater Stark County is now accepting applications for volunteer tax preparers for the upcoming tax season. No experience is necessary. Individuals who participate in the 2019 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program receive training and IRS Certification appropriate for their volunteer position, as well as materials for self-study on basic income …
