Our History
For nearly 90 years, United Way of Jackson County has been mobilizing people, organizations and funds to create a community rich in opportunities to eliminate poverty and allow all people to achieve financial stability and success.
Today, UWJC is part of an impact-driven regional organization: United Way of South Central Michigan, formed in 2022 through a merger with UWJC, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region and Capital Area United Way.
Jackson News & Updates
IMPACT! A Home for the Holidays and Beyond
Owning your own home is the most basic element of the American dream. Sadly, big hurdles exist for many who strive to make that dream a reality. For one local…
Read MoreIMPACT! Keeping a Senior from Homelessness
Many people lack the financial resources to get legal help and defend their rights. Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is a United Way partner agency striving to make…
Read MoreIMPACT! Protecting Two Generations
Domestic violence often involves more than two adults. Children can be at risk, including those yet to be born. United Way partner AWARE Shelter’s counseling services recently helped protect a…
Read MoreIMPACT! Making A Family’s Life Better
Child care costs rate as one of the biggest expenses for working families. For a family that’s Asset Limited, Income Constrained and Employed (ALICE), child care can take as much…
Read MoreIMPACT! School, Home and In Between
Imagine a child from a homeless family facing a challenge as seemingly simple as getting to school. It’s not far-fetched; it’s happened right here in Jackson County. Fortunately, our support…
Read MoreIMPACT! Returning To Active Citizenship
After an offender has paid their debt to society, it’s important to help that person re-engage with life. That includes helping them embrace their role as a citizen of the…
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