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
OVERHEAD OR IMPACT?
ADDRESSING THE MYTH by Ken Toll I ran into The Myth again. This time it was in a Facebook post, but that’s not the only place I’ve encountered it.…
Read MoreHEALTHY FAMILIES ARE STABLE FAMILIES
Physically and Emotionally Healthy Families Tend To Be Financially Stable Families We believe that if families are physically and mentally healthy they have a better chance at staying or…
Read MoreNEW VOLUNTEER DATABASE COMING SOON
Volunteer Center Unveils New Database United Way is making some changes to its Volunteer Center aimed at streamlining the service, engaging more people and reducing costs. The outside-run database…
Read MoreTHE IMPACT OF EE
IMPACT IS MADE EVERYDAY BY ENERGIZING EDUCATION! Kriss Giannetti is the Energizing Education Program Manager for United Way of Jackson County. Recently she shared these comments with our United Way…
Read MoreOUR MOST VULNERABLE NEED PROTECTION AND HELP
Helping Those Who Can’t Help Themselves and Saving Them From Exploitation. We feel it is important to protect Jackson’s most vulnerable citizens. The Jackson County Adult Guardian Services program…
Read MoreWE WANT KIDS TO SUCCEED IN SCHOOL
Success In School Translates To Kids Succeeding In Life! We want children to be successful in school so they can be successful in life. By helping elementary students learn to…
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