Jackson County

We recognize mental health is just as important as physical health. When individuals are mentally and physically healthy they are able to work or continue their education. Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to sustain The Family Counseling Program through Family Service and Children’s Aid. This program addresses a wide variety circumstances: parent-child…

Every dime matters for individuals and families who are struggling. Your support makes it possible for United Way of Jackson County to fund the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. Low-income households who qualify are getting their taxes properly prepared for free by trained volunteers, and they are getting the tax return they deserve. Households…

“We’re all in this together and need to stand beside each other to build a better community.” Keri Wood from Eaton Aerospace and United Way Volunteer. Keri Wood is one of the newest member of our Campaign Cabinet. She has been volunteering her time to provide direction and leadership for our fundraising efforts for just…

This week we have a video Story of IMPACT from our Volunteer of the Year, Ted Ykimoff. Why does your gift matter?

We believe reducing the number of teenage mothers in our community is just one step of many in creating a community rich in opportunities and free from poverty. The Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative was formed in 2005 by UWJC and continues today as part of the Jackson County Health Department. TPPI seeks to improve adolescent…

We believe in second chances. We believe troubled teens who are going down the wrong path can be redirected. We want these kids to grow into responsible adults who are financially independent. Your United Way of Jackson County support allows us to fund a Juvenile Diversion and Truancy Prevention Program that provides at-risk juveniles with…

We believe we can eliminate poverty in our community, in part, by preparing struggling students to succeed in school. Our elementary aged students have a greater chance of graduating high school if they are reading at grade level by the 4th grade. Your support makes it possible for United Way of Jackson County to give…

We believe elderly men who have been abused, neglected or unable to care for themselves deserve an affordable home where their basic needs are met. Your support for United Way of Jackson County allows us to fund the John George Home. This facility provides a home, food and help with medical and mental health care.…

We want to break the cycle of multi-generational poverty in Jackson County. We envision a community rich in opportunities to eliminate poverty and allow all people to achieve financial stability and success. Among the many crucial things we must address is preparing our youth to pursue their pathway to stability. Your support allows United Way…

We believe helping struggling families with basic needs will lead them to their pathway of financial stability and success. Consumers Energy has partnered with United Way of Jackson County on the Consumers Affordable Resource for Energy (CARE) Program. Qualified enrollees in the CARE program pay a portion of their bill, Consumers Energy pays the other…