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
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United Way of Jackson County empowers women who are survivors of domestic violence. These women don’t want to live this horrific life. They don’t want their children growing up to…
Read MoreThe Pathway To Success Starts Early
Students who are succeeding in elementary school have a greater chance of graduating high school. By IMPACTING at-risk youth and setting them on their pathway to success at a young…
Read MoreTeens Encouraging Teens and Preteens To Make Smart Healthy Choices
High rates of teen pregnancy can upend young lives and increase the burden on a community’s social programs. Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative (TPPI) was formed in 2005 by United Way…
Read MoreJackson County Families Deserve A Stress Free and Financially Secure Life
United Way of Jackson County wants to help struggling families develop their pathway to financial stability and success. Your support allows UWJC to fund Financial Stability Workshops through the Community…
Read MoreDealing With Trauma Leads To Stability
For individuals who feel as if their life if spiraling out of control, we offer help and an opportunity to regain their stability. Through your support, United Way of Jackson…
Read MoreHelping Families Achieve Stability
When families fall upon hard times, we need to help them get back on their pathway to financial stability and success. Your gifts to United Way of Jackson County allows…
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