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May 17, 2022 / Press Releases

By Laura Prengaman

United Way Give 5 Graduates set to Volunteer at Local Nonprofits

(Stark County, OH) May 17, 2022 - United Way staff and representatives from local nonprofits came together this past Thursday, May 12 to celebrate...

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Mar 30, 2022 / Press Releases

By Angela Perisic

$5,364,430 invested into the community in 2021-2022

(Stark County, OH) March 30, 2022 - United Way of Greater Stark County recognized community volunteers and announced an investment of $5,364,430 into the...

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Mar 15, 2022 / Press Releases

By Angela Perisic

United Way launching Give 5, a civic-matchmaking volunteer program for retirees

(Stark County, OH) Mar. 15, 2022. April 21 is the first class for United Way’s Give 5, a no-cost civic-matchmaking volunteer program that connects...

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Mar 10, 2022 / Press Releases

By Angela Perisic

Individual volunteer and workplace award recipients to be recognized at Annual Celebration

(Stark County, OH) March 10, 2022 - The following volunteer and workplace awards will be presented at United Way of Greater Stark County’s Annual...

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Feb 7, 2022 / Volunteer Stories

By Angela Perisic

This program helps you find your voice and teaches you how to be heard in a way that you might not even realize

“Project Blueprint is a wonderful program that led to a lot of growth professionally and personally,” said Schanel Harvey, Hub Director for Stark County...

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Jan 21, 2022 / Press Releases

By Angela Perisic

Free tax preparation drop-off appointments available through VITA this season

(Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas Counties, OH) January 21, 2021 – United Way of Greater Stark County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is now...

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United Way of Greater Stark County has walked alongside those in need for over a century to create a stronger community.

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