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 JACKSON TO HAVE STRONG AND FINANCIALLY STABLE FAMILIES
Rhonda Learned How To Be Financially Stable We believe that enhancing the financial skills of those with low to moderate incomes will benefit all of Jackson County. When you support…
Read MoreHEALTHY PEOPLE KEEP THEIR JOB AND STAY WORKING
Healthy People Stay Employed! We believe that if people of have access to basic health care they have a better chance of staying healthy, and healthy people continue working. Because…
Read MorePROVIDING LEGAL SERVICES TO ENSURE SAFETY, HOUSING AND BASIC NEEDS ARE MET FOR THE WORKING POOR
Supporting Legal Services Programs That Prevent Homelessness, Domestic Violence and Fill Basic Needs. We believe when families and individuals with low income have access to legal advice and services they…
Read MoreHELPING KIDS LEARN AND GROW
A Strong Jackson Starts With Our Youth We believe in providing “at risk” youth with a safe and nurturing after school environment to prepare them for success in school, which…
Read MoreKEEPING KIDS HEALTHY, ENSURING THEIR FUTURE
Empowering Our Youth To Stay On The Right Path Healthy kids stay in school and learn. We believe children who complete their education will grow up to be young adults…
Read MoreSCHOLARSHIPS THAT IMPROVE FAMILY’S FINANCIAL FUTURE
Kids Get Great Early Education, Parents Can Keep Their Job. Everyone Wins! We believe that children who have access to quality early education will succeed in school, and by helping…
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