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
Every Month Is Reading Month
UNITED WE WIN by providing the opportunity for students all across Jackson County to succeed in school. Your support increases the reading proficiency of struggling elementary students in our community.…
Read MoreHelping Families and Children Succeed
UNITED WE FIGHT for a life of stability for children in our community. Your generosity allows UWJC to support the Emergency Child Care Program through the Felician Children’s Center. The…
Read MoreVITA Delivers Millions Of Dollars To Low-Income Households Of Jackson County Every Year
UNITED WE WIN by helping low-income households develop and maintain financial stability. Every dime matters for individuals and families who are struggling. Your support makes it possible for United Way…
Read MoreFinding Stability Through Central Michigan 2-1-1
UNITED WE WIN by helping families and individuals who are struggling find their own path to stability. Each year, thousands who are in need are connected to a variety of…
Read MoreThose In Need Are Finding Stability Through 211
UNITED WE FIGHT for the financial stability of every person in our community. Through Central Michigan 2-1-1, people in need are connected with health and human resources in Jackson County.…
Read MoreInvesting in Jackson County
With the whirlwind passage of tax reform by the federal government, nonprofit agencies are looking anxiously at 2018. The new law increases the standard deduction for taxpayers, which means fewer…
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