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

Stability For Our Greatest Generation

December 15, 2016

We believe elderly men who have been abused, neglected or unable to care for themselves deserve an affordable home where their basic needs are met. Your support for United Way…

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All Our Kids Need To Be Confident & Strong

December 15, 2016

We want to break the cycle of multi-generational poverty in Jackson County. We envision a community rich in opportunities to eliminate poverty and allow all people to achieve financial stability…

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Helping Struggling Families Keep The Lights On

December 5, 2016

We believe helping struggling families with basic needs will lead them to their pathway of financial stability and success. Consumers Energy has partnered with United Way of Jackson County on…

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Kids Succeed & Struggling Families Win!

November 30, 2016

We believe all children should have equal access to quality day care and early learning opportunities. By supporting United Way of Jackson County, you make quality care affordable for struggling…

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EXTENDING THE SAFETY NET FOR STRUGGLING FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS

November 22, 2016

We believe that helping struggling families and individuals with basic needs assistance during times of financial crisis will eventually lead to stability and success. When you support United Way of…

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WE WANT OUR CHILDREN TO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO SUCCEED

November 15, 2016

Your United Way of Jackson County support is helping young students understand how alcohol, tobacco, and drugs will negatively impact their lives. We believe kids who have been a part…

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