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.
GCUW Spotlight
Greene County United Way
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Greene County United Way's mission is to meet our community's needs through leadership, partnership, and individual growth opportunities for a better Greene County.
GCUW seeks to lift people up and to improve their quality of life by serving the financially struggling, the ill, and the uninformed in Greene County through a strong community oriented approach, well established partnerships, and strategic collaborations. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
GCUW's Day of Service
Saturday, September 25Greene County United Way's first Day of Service will take place Saturday, September 25, from 9:00 am - Noon. The Day of Service is a free community service event that pairs volunteers with projects for local nonprofit organizations to make an impact where it's needed most! There are multiple volunteer project sites around the county as well as donation drives and micro-volunteering opportunities for everyone to get involved.
The United Way's Day of Service offers community members a tangible way to make an impact in Greene County. Find out more or apply today at... |
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GCUW's 19th Annual Stuff the Bus
Greene County United Way 19th Annual Stuff the Bus, held on August 11, was a wonderful success! This year's event was bigger than ever before, offering children supply filled backpacks, new athletic shoes, lunch bags and water bottles as well as free hair cuts, dental exams, lunch, and dessert! Almost 200 kids were onsite throughout the day!
Thank you to First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County for sponsoring this event! And thank you to all the other donors, volunteers, and businesses that made this event truly successful! Want the details or check out the photos? Visit our Stuff the Bus page to see what a great day it was! |
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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 will discuss our upcoming 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 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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