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
WE WANT ALL GIRLS TO BE RESOURCEFUL AND CONFIDENT
We believe all girls in elementary school should have the opportunity to learn positive values, develop confidence and flourish through cooperation and teamwork. By supporting United Way of Jackson County,…
Read MoreSAVING FAMILIES & IMPROVING LIVES
We believe every child, family, and individual in Jackson County should have the opportunity to forge strong, healthy and caring family relationships with good mental health. Your United Way…
Read MoreGUARDIANS HELP PROVIDE A LIFE OF STABILITY
We believe it’s important to protect the interests of incapacitated adults who may be vulnerable to exploitation, neglect or injury. Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to fund…
Read MoreKEEP JACKSON HEALTHY, MAKE JACKSON PROSPEROUS!
We believe all people should have the opportunity to embrace a healthy lifestyle so they can live, work and succeed. Your support has made it possible to remove obstacles that…
Read MoreRIGHTS, BASIC NEEDS & ABUSE! PROTECTING OUR MOST VULNERABLE CITIZENS
We believe Jackson’s most at-risk population should have their rights and access to their most basic needs protected. Your support allows United Way of Jackson County to fund Legal Services…
Read MoreSAFETY & STABILITY FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS
We believe women and children who are survivors of domestic violence should have the tools they need to have a life of safety, stability and success. Your support has made…
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