Press Releases
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Free books monthly to children birth to five. Early literacy matters.
(Canton, OH) April 2, 2020 – Through United Way of Greater Stark County’s partnership with Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library, any child from birth to age five in Carroll County is eligible to receive a new book in the mail each m...
United Way starts an Impact Fund to assist individuals affected by COVID-19 pandemic
(Canton, OH) March 26, 2020 – In our community, 36.3% workers lack enough savings to withstand a sudden loss in wages. To support this rapidly escalating financial need in our community, United Way of Greater Stark County has created t...
Celebrating the Importance of Literacy at an Early Age During Read Across America Day
(Canton, OH) March 10, 2020 – Read Across America Day is the nation’s largest celebration of reading for both young and old. Held around Dr. Seuss’ birthday, it is an opportunity to highlight the fun and value in reading, as well a...
2020 Workplace & Individual Award Winners to Be Recognized at Annual Celebration
(Canton, OH) February 26, 2020 – United Way of Greater Stark County will present the following workplace and volunteer awards at the Annual Celebration, March 26 at Kent State University at Stark Conference Center: Leading the Way, Risin...
Nominate a Co-Worker, Friend or Family Member Who Lends Their Time & Talent to the Community
Pictured: Logan Kuhn, 2018 Youth Leadership award winner...
Congratulations to the Inaugural Class of Project Blueprint
(Canton, OH) January 23, 2020 – On January 9, 2020 United Way of Greater Stark County celebrated the graduation of its inaugural class of the Project Blueprint program. The event, held at Sol Restaurant in Canton, recognized 14 class ...