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 2023, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
In 2023, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
GCUW Spotlight:
Greene County United Way
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Greene County United Way (GCUW)'s mission is to meet our community’s needs through leadership, partnership, and individual growth opportunities to create a better Greene County. Our vision is to foster a diverse and thriving community where every individual has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
United Way is unique in that our organization serves both nonprofits and residents. Since 1979, GCUW has supported programs that enhance Greene County by strengthening its people. This includes funding resources for financial stability, health and wellness programs, emergency assistance, and educational investments. In addition to supporting local nonprofits, GCUW offers direct community programs such as our Annual Stuff the Bus, the Day of Service, Inspire Greene – a Community Builder and Leadership Course, and our Virtual Volunteer Center. |
UNITED WAY NEWS
2024 Truck Giveaway Tickets Available Now!OR PICK UP YOUR TICKETS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS...
GC United Way office (Monday - Thursday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm) Fox Ford Dealership Waynesburg (Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm / Saturday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm) Bowlby Library (Monday - Saturday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Flenniken Library (Monday - Saturday from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm) OR COME SEE US AT THESE EVENTS... 50's Fest & Car Cruise (tentatively) - September 14 White Covered Bridge Festival, Garards Fort - September 21 - 22 Greene County United Way Days - September 23 - 27 Farm to Fork (Thistlethwaite's Vineyard) - September 28 Tickets are $25 with 3 chances to win on each. The drawing goes off on Monday, September 30 on the 7:00 pm PA Pick 4 Daily Number (no wild ball numbers).
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Stuff the Bus Served over 500 Greene County Children!
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Greene County United Way has been overwhelmed with the support of our community. The generosity from so many businesses, churches, and other nonprofit organizations has been humbling, to say the least.
This year's Stuff the Bus took over the Waynesburg Lions Club & Community Park on Wednesday, August 14. We provided 381 children backpacks with school supplies, new shoes, new or gently-used clothing, haircuts, and dental and/or eye exams. Throughout the course of the day, we provided 100 giant pizzas from Scotty's Pizza, Waynesburg Pa (equaling 1,200 slices of deliciousness) and 681 ice cream desserts from Iced Cake & Ice Cream Shoppe and the Corner Cupboard Food Bank (thanks to EQT) to the kids and their families! |
Only with the community's support are we able to help our county's children. Thank you to First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County, the Campbell Family Fund, Community Foundation of Greene County, Pennsylvania, Operation Warm & EQT Foundation, CONSOL Energy Inc., Cornerstone Care, Fox Bus Company, Pieper Whipkey, PA250, Waynesburg Lions Club & Community Park, Flenniken Public Library, Corner Cupboard Food Bank Inc, Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA, Blueprints, Eva K. Bowlby Public Library, Salvation Army- Greene County, St. Matthias Ladies Guild, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Girl Scouts, Greene County Mental Health, PA Parent & Family Alliance, Dress for Success, and PA 211 Southwest.
And a special shout out to our MANY volunteers, who set-up, clean up, and everything in between! We are SO VERY appreciative of their help - Bridget Vilenica (GCUW Board), Nora Coldren (GCUW Board), Mary Fox (GCUW Board), Chris Goughenour (GCUW Board), Joshuah Dains (GCUW Board), Kevin Maxwell (GCUW Board), Laura Walters (GCUW Board), Shawna Wilkins (GCUW Board), Jonathan Johnson (GCUW Board), Chad Moore (GCUW Board), Josh Koss (GCUW Board), Adrienne Tharp (GCUW Board), Sally Jackson, Beverly DeMasse, Helene Wilson, Tammie Johnson, Mike Blasinsky, Andi Buchannon, Jessica Fabean, Bethany Tanner, Nicole Kalka, Christy Orndoff, JoAnne Marshall, Rosemary Andrew, Camden Forbes, Jason Forbes, Melissa Wasson, Barb Ruschak, Irene Jacobs, Tracy Toothman, Sandy Whetsell, Valerie Nyswaner, Andrea Semenoff, Autumn Lee, Kaitlin Wood, Kelly Landau, Cathy Figly, Barbara Nelson, Barry Nelson, Janice Morris, Mason Schroyer, Janet Capozza, Lori Greene, Evan Lin, Macy Caldwell, Lisa Pareso, Rebecca Trigger, Dave Mason, Myleen McCollum, Sally Johnson, Cathy Loughner, Sally Maxwell, Ethan Maxwell, GC 2024 Fair Queens & Princesses, 2024 Miss Rain Day - Bryn Lahew, Susan Dains, Roy Dains, Michele Breisinger, and many Waynesburg University students. We appreciate all your help (and if we missed your name - we apologize!)
We would also like to thank Mandi Restanio and the First Baptist Church Waynesburg Youth for setting up games. And, finally, thank you to Dawn Mankey, Josh Koss, Cindy Wilson, Jada Barcheisi, Jessica Cole, Jason Renner, and Debbie Closser for your generosity (and your amazing hair stylings)!
And a special shout out to our MANY volunteers, who set-up, clean up, and everything in between! We are SO VERY appreciative of their help - Bridget Vilenica (GCUW Board), Nora Coldren (GCUW Board), Mary Fox (GCUW Board), Chris Goughenour (GCUW Board), Joshuah Dains (GCUW Board), Kevin Maxwell (GCUW Board), Laura Walters (GCUW Board), Shawna Wilkins (GCUW Board), Jonathan Johnson (GCUW Board), Chad Moore (GCUW Board), Josh Koss (GCUW Board), Adrienne Tharp (GCUW Board), Sally Jackson, Beverly DeMasse, Helene Wilson, Tammie Johnson, Mike Blasinsky, Andi Buchannon, Jessica Fabean, Bethany Tanner, Nicole Kalka, Christy Orndoff, JoAnne Marshall, Rosemary Andrew, Camden Forbes, Jason Forbes, Melissa Wasson, Barb Ruschak, Irene Jacobs, Tracy Toothman, Sandy Whetsell, Valerie Nyswaner, Andrea Semenoff, Autumn Lee, Kaitlin Wood, Kelly Landau, Cathy Figly, Barbara Nelson, Barry Nelson, Janice Morris, Mason Schroyer, Janet Capozza, Lori Greene, Evan Lin, Macy Caldwell, Lisa Pareso, Rebecca Trigger, Dave Mason, Myleen McCollum, Sally Johnson, Cathy Loughner, Sally Maxwell, Ethan Maxwell, GC 2024 Fair Queens & Princesses, 2024 Miss Rain Day - Bryn Lahew, Susan Dains, Roy Dains, Michele Breisinger, and many Waynesburg University students. We appreciate all your help (and if we missed your name - we apologize!)
We would also like to thank Mandi Restanio and the First Baptist Church Waynesburg Youth for setting up games. And, finally, thank you to Dawn Mankey, Josh Koss, Cindy Wilson, Jada Barcheisi, Jessica Cole, Jason Renner, and Debbie Closser for your generosity (and your amazing hair stylings)!
Matching Mayhem Raised $4,400!!!!Throughout the month of July, all individual donation(s) that were made to GCUW's Stuff the Bus+ were MATCHED, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000 by First Federal Saving & Loan Assoc. of Greene County.
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2024 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
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GCUW's 2024 CAMPAIGNOver the last year, GCUW has stepped up our fight for the people of our community, ensuring that the most necessary programs remained and thrived. In 2024, our goal is to connect… connect people to resources, connect volunteers to opportunities, and connect leadership to long standing local issues. But to do this, we need your help.
On behalf of GCUW, we ask you to commit to making an impact where you live and/or work. Through your generous donation, YOU are helping libraries touch lives through educational activities. YOU are offering abused individuals a safe space and vulnerable adults a hot meal. YOU are giving new shoes to a child before school starts. And, YOU are providing food to those who are struggling and helping when a disaster strikes. Next year, GCUW will offer many ways to make an immediate impact in Greene County. All we need is YOU. |
GET INVOLVED
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! Our next meeting will discuss our upcoming events, brainstorm new fundraising, and plan an outdoor networking activity. Interested? Contact MaChal at [email protected] 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 volunteer opportunities in our community. We will help you find your perfect position, in-person or virtual. Want to know more? Contact MaChal at [email protected] 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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Thank you, EQT, for your ongoing support of
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