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
Preventing Homelessness and Preserving Stability
When families are living at or below the poverty line, they don’t have the resources they need to prevent a wrongful eviction. By supporting United Way of Jackson County, you…
Read MoreFinancial Stability For Everyone, Including The Elderly
Who cares for our elderly citizens when they are alone and not able to care for themselves? Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to help fund a home…
Read MoreImpacting Our Youth, Changing Lives
We want a community that is free from poverty and rich in opportunity. Children who make healthy choices grow into responsible adults who are able to achieve their own success…
Read MoreBeing Involved To Better Our Community
“LIVE UNITED means all people, from all walks of life and circumstances, united by a passion to serve and improve the community we share.” Valerie Jurasek is a Global Safety…
Read MoreWe Want A Healthy, Happy, and Stable Jackson County.
Healthy kids are happy kids, they have better school attendance and overall better attitudes. Healthy kids grow up to be healthy adults who work, live, play and contribute to our…
Read MoreKeeping Families Together, Adults Working, and Kids In School.
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…
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