United, We Stand
The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth.
In 2020, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
In 2020, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
Greene County United Way Spotlight
Dress for Success Pittsburgh
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Greene County United Way is proud to support Dress for Success and the mobile boutique that serves women across Greene County.
Clothing, connections, confidence! The mission of Dress for Success Pittsburgh is to empower women who are entering and returning to the workforce across Southwestern Pennsylvania. At Dress for Success Pittsburgh, they believe every woman deserves the opportunity to achieve success. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Selfie Scavenger Hunt 2.0
July 4 - 31, 2021
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Get ready for the second round of GCUW Selfie Scavenger Hunt! This four week event includes lots of outdoor fun while testing your knowledge of Greene County and making sure your selfie game is on point! It is on point, right?
Each Sunday in July, participants will receive an email with three location riddles and one (harder) bonus riddle. All you need to do is figure out the riddles, grab your Selfie Scavenger shirt, and head out to your destination(s) no later than the following Saturday afternoon. Once you get there, snap a selfie in your shirt and text it off to us. Selfies will be awarded and prizes will be given. Don't wait for a rainy day - come out and get your family to play! |
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GCUW's 19th Annual Stuff the Bus
Greene County United Way is looking for businesses and individuals to collect school supply items throughout the month of July for our annual Stuff the Bus event. All donated supplies will be "stuffed" into backpacks and given out to struggling families across the county on August 11, for the 2021-2022 school year.
Want to learn more? Visit our Stuff the Bus page or contact MaChal Forbes at 724-852-1009 / mforbes@greenecountyunitedway.org to get all the details about this annual event! |
UNITED WAY NEWS
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We Need Great Ideas!Do you have some great ideas you are willing to share? 'Cause Greene County United Way is looking for new members for our Events Committee and we are ALL EARS! The committee meets once a month (currently via zoom) on the second Monday. Our next meeting is June 14 and we will discuss our summer events, brainstorm new fundraising, and plan an outdoor networking activity. Interested? Contact MaChal at mforbes@greenecountyunitedway.org or call 724-852-1009.
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Looking for Volunteer Opportunities?Then look no further... Greene County United Way is your "one-stop-shop" for spring and summer volunteer opportunities in our community. We will help you find your perfect position, in-person or virtual. Want to know more? Contact MaChal at mforbes@greenecountyunitedway.org or call 724-852-1009.
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PRIORITY AREAS
United Way works to advance the common good by focusing on three priority areas: Education, Income and Health. These areas are the building blocks for a good life within our community. Our goal is to create long-lasting changes to prevent emergencies from happening and quick access to help when they do. Greene County United Way partners with 18 local agencies, who focus on one or more of our priorities.
Education
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Financial Stability
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Health
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