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

Nonprofit Network – Strong Boards / Strong Nonprofits

December 22, 2014

The mission of the Nonprofit Network is to strengthen nonprofit governance and management.  The NPN is a capacity builder meaning they plan, promote and execute activities and support services to…

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Child Care Network – FIRST Family Support Program

December 15, 2014

The Child Care Network promotes success of children, families and the Jackson community through quality child care education, advocacy and family support.  Because you give to the United Way of…

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AWARE – Domestic Violence Shelter Program

December 8, 2014

The Domestic Violence Shelter Program at Aware provides refuge for women and their children who are fleeing a domestic violence situation or are victims of sexual assault.  Aware has sleeping…

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County – Bigs in Schools

December 1, 2014

Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Jackson County match at risk youth with positive role models, men and women who live and work in Jackson County.   As part of the Bigs…

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Family Service & Children’s Aid – Family Counseling Program

November 24, 2014

Family Service and Children’s Aid Family Counseling Program is nationally accredited, comprehensive mental/behavioral health program designed to improve emotional health by alleviating personal and interpersonal problems that create distress or…

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Family Service & Children’s Aid – Jackson County Guardian Services

November 17, 2014

Jackson County Guardian Services program provides Guardian and Conservator services to enrich the lives of incapacitated adults who are unable to protect their own interest and who are vulnerable to…

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