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
Creating The Opportunity For Our Kids To Succeed
UNITED WE WIN by believing every child in our community should have the opportunity to succeed in school and helping those who are struggling to reach their full potential. United…
Read MoreAffordable Medication Leads To A Healthy Community
Food or life-giving medicine—which would you choose? United Way believes no one should have to make that choice. That’s why we partner with the FamilyWize drug discount program to…
Read MoreHelping Senior Men Who Cannot Help Themselves
We LIVE UNITED by ensuring our most vulnerable elderly citizens have housing and access to basic needs supports. Your support provides food, clothing, housekeeping, medication administration, financial management, community collaboration,…
Read MoreMentoring Our Kids, Changing Their Future.
UNITED WE WIN by helping the at-risk children of our community realize their full potential and helping them develop a positive sense of their own future. United Way of Jackson…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Survivors Are Finding Their Pathway To Stability
UNITED WE WIN when we work together for safe housing, counseling and financial stability for survivors of domestic violence. United Way of Jackson County supports residential and non-residential services at…
Read MoreSecurity and Stability For Our Most Vulnerable Neighbors
We help protect vulnerable adults from neglect, injury and exploitation. United Way of Jackson County supports a Guardian Services Program that provides Guardian and Conservator services for incapacitated adults who…
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