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 2021, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
In 2021, more than 16,500 people received services from Greene County United Way funded programs.
GCUW SPOTLIGHT:
Girl Scouts of Western PA
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Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience girls in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade benefit from time-tested and research-backed programming. Research indicates that girls learn better in a single-gender environment. As girls earn badges, plan trips, sell cookies, explore science, get outdoors and serve their communities, they are learning by doing. Girl Scouts continue to have these experiences in western Pennsylvania, even through the ongoing pandemic. Many aspects of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience are virtual, Girl Scouts are continuing to build friendships, learn new skills, and support their communities.
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UNITED WAY NEWS
The 20th Annual GCUW Stuff the Bus +Stuff the Bus began in 2002, as the Greene County United Way Board of Directors identified families who were struggling to purchase back-to-school supplies. GCUW reached out to local businesses and other organizations, asking them to conduct collections by their employees or members or act as public donation sites for the community. The Stuff the Bus program was a success right from the start. School supplies collected are distributed to students in Greene County school districts as well as Head Start and Intermediate Unit programs. Over the last 20 years, through generous donations of supplies and our sponsor, First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County, Greene County has helped low income families, who otherwise may not have been able to afford materials and go to school prepared to succeed.
Our 20th Anniversary will be bigger than ever, offering new shoes as well as gently used clothing to the event. |
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GCUW 2nd Annual Day of ServiceGreene County United Way's 2nd Annual Day of Service will take place Saturday, September 10. From 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, the Day of Service will provide a free community service event that pairs volunteers with local nonprofit agency projects 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.
And, thank you to Community Bank for generously sponsoring this year's event!
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2022 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
GCUW 2022 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 2022, 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 generous donations like yours, YOU are helping libraries touch lives through educational programming. YOU are offering abused individuals a safe space and vulnerable adults a hot meal. 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. |
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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 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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