United Way of Central Ohio
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🍎🏠💵 Basic needs.
✏️📚🎓Student success.
United is the way!
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✏️📚🎓Student success.
United is the way!
Join us at liveunitedcentralohio.org
#UWCentralOhio
🆕"A Minute-ish with Michael" episode 12 is LIVE! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for updates!
October 14, 2025 at 7:37 PM
🆕"A Minute-ish with Michael" episode 12 is LIVE! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for updates!
Our Success by Third Grade team is growing! 💙 Welcome Dymonica Agyekum, Natalie Cosgray & John Lundine, who will help strengthen partnerships and support students across central Ohio on the path to success. 📚✨
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio #SuccessByThirdGrade
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio #SuccessByThirdGrade
September 18, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Our Success by Third Grade team is growing! 💙 Welcome Dymonica Agyekum, Natalie Cosgray & John Lundine, who will help strengthen partnerships and support students across central Ohio on the path to success. 📚✨
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio #SuccessByThirdGrade
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio #SuccessByThirdGrade
📚✨Thanks to the amazing volunteers from Nationwide, 110 Literacy Kits are headed to ETSS, RIC and CRIS!
These kits will support literacy, creativity and learning for kiddos in new American families. 💙
We're so grateful for your impact in our community! 🌟
#UnitedistheWay #Volunteer #CentralOhio
These kits will support literacy, creativity and learning for kiddos in new American families. 💙
We're so grateful for your impact in our community! 🌟
#UnitedistheWay #Volunteer #CentralOhio
September 18, 2025 at 2:38 PM
📚✨Thanks to the amazing volunteers from Nationwide, 110 Literacy Kits are headed to ETSS, RIC and CRIS!
These kits will support literacy, creativity and learning for kiddos in new American families. 💙
We're so grateful for your impact in our community! 🌟
#UnitedistheWay #Volunteer #CentralOhio
These kits will support literacy, creativity and learning for kiddos in new American families. 💙
We're so grateful for your impact in our community! 🌟
#UnitedistheWay #Volunteer #CentralOhio
From traditions to trailblazing contributions, Hispanic and Latinx communities shape and strengthen Central Ohio in countless ways. 🌎✨ #UnitedistheWay we celebrate the people and stories that strengthen our community. 💙
Tell us how you'll be celebrating in the comments.
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#HispanicHeritageMonth
Tell us how you'll be celebrating in the comments.
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#HispanicHeritageMonth
September 17, 2025 at 7:24 PM
From traditions to trailblazing contributions, Hispanic and Latinx communities shape and strengthen Central Ohio in countless ways. 🌎✨ #UnitedistheWay we celebrate the people and stories that strengthen our community. 💙
Tell us how you'll be celebrating in the comments.
⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
#HispanicHeritageMonth
Tell us how you'll be celebrating in the comments.
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#HispanicHeritageMonth
🎥 A Minute-ish with Michael: Ep. 3
💡 What is ALICE?
Working. Earning. Still struggling.
📅 New episodes drop every Monday!
🔔 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube!
🌐 Visit liveunitedcentralohio.org to learn more!
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedistheWay #CentralOhio #UWCentralOhio
💡 What is ALICE?
Working. Earning. Still struggling.
📅 New episodes drop every Monday!
🔔 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube!
🌐 Visit liveunitedcentralohio.org to learn more!
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedistheWay #CentralOhio #UWCentralOhio
July 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🎥 A Minute-ish with Michael: Ep. 3
💡 What is ALICE?
Working. Earning. Still struggling.
📅 New episodes drop every Monday!
🔔 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube!
🌐 Visit liveunitedcentralohio.org to learn more!
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedistheWay #CentralOhio #UWCentralOhio
💡 What is ALICE?
Working. Earning. Still struggling.
📅 New episodes drop every Monday!
🔔 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube!
🌐 Visit liveunitedcentralohio.org to learn more!
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedistheWay #CentralOhio #UWCentralOhio
🎥 A Minute-ish with Michael 🎥
Who is ALICE???💬
New episodes every Monday!
Check out the episode
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#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
Who is ALICE???💬
New episodes every Monday!
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#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
June 24, 2025 at 4:47 PM
🎥 A Minute-ish with Michael 🎥
Who is ALICE???💬
New episodes every Monday!
Check out the episode
➡️ www.tiktok.com/@unitedwayofcentralohio
📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
🌐 liveunitedcentralohio.org
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
Who is ALICE???💬
New episodes every Monday!
Check out the episode
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📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
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#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
🎥 NEW: A Minute-ish with Michael 🎥
Michael Wilkos is breaking down the big issues shaping central Ohio.
When Michael talks, we listen. 💬
New episodes every Monday!
📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
🌐 liveunitedcentralohio.org
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
Michael Wilkos is breaking down the big issues shaping central Ohio.
When Michael talks, we listen. 💬
New episodes every Monday!
📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
🌐 liveunitedcentralohio.org
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
June 16, 2025 at 4:16 PM
🎥 NEW: A Minute-ish with Michael 🎥
Michael Wilkos is breaking down the big issues shaping central Ohio.
When Michael talks, we listen. 💬
New episodes every Monday!
📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
🌐 liveunitedcentralohio.org
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
Michael Wilkos is breaking down the big issues shaping central Ohio.
When Michael talks, we listen. 💬
New episodes every Monday!
📲 Follow us on IG, TikTok & YouTube
🌐 liveunitedcentralohio.org
#MinuteIshWithMichael #UnitedIsTheWay #Columbus #UWCentralOhio
New ALICE data highlights a tough reality: too many working families can’t make ends meet. But by understanding the data, we can change the story—for ALICE and for our community.
📲 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the ALICE update.
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedForALICE #UnitedistheWay
📲 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the ALICE update.
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedForALICE #UnitedistheWay
May 15, 2025 at 6:12 PM
New ALICE data highlights a tough reality: too many working families can’t make ends meet. But by understanding the data, we can change the story—for ALICE and for our community.
📲 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the ALICE update.
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedForALICE #UnitedistheWay
📲 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the ALICE update.
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedForALICE #UnitedistheWay
This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we honor educators who help kids read by 3rd grade—opening doors to lifelong success. 📚💛 To our school districts & early ed partners: thank you for building brighter futures. We see you, we appreciate you—every day. 🍎✨ #ThankATeacher #UWCentralOhio
May 5, 2025 at 7:57 PM
This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we honor educators who help kids read by 3rd grade—opening doors to lifelong success. 📚💛 To our school districts & early ed partners: thank you for building brighter futures. We see you, we appreciate you—every day. 🍎✨ #ThankATeacher #UWCentralOhio
Powered by YMCA of Central Ohio and the Siemer Institute, Stable Families helps local families stay housed and strong—so kids can thrive in school.
Together, we’re building a path to #SuccessByThirdGrade!
#StableFamilies #SiemerInstitute #UnitedIsTheWay #UWCentralOhio
Together, we’re building a path to #SuccessByThirdGrade!
#StableFamilies #SiemerInstitute #UnitedIsTheWay #UWCentralOhio
April 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Powered by YMCA of Central Ohio and the Siemer Institute, Stable Families helps local families stay housed and strong—so kids can thrive in school.
Together, we’re building a path to #SuccessByThirdGrade!
#StableFamilies #SiemerInstitute #UnitedIsTheWay #UWCentralOhio
Together, we’re building a path to #SuccessByThirdGrade!
#StableFamilies #SiemerInstitute #UnitedIsTheWay #UWCentralOhio
It’s impossible to build a strong, thriving community without people who care. 💛
This #NationalVolunteerMonth, we’re celebrating the volunteers who show up, give back and make real change possible. Thank you for turning compassion into impact. 💫
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
This #NationalVolunteerMonth, we’re celebrating the volunteers who show up, give back and make real change possible. Thank you for turning compassion into impact. 💫
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
April 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM
It’s impossible to build a strong, thriving community without people who care. 💛
This #NationalVolunteerMonth, we’re celebrating the volunteers who show up, give back and make real change possible. Thank you for turning compassion into impact. 💫
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
This #NationalVolunteerMonth, we’re celebrating the volunteers who show up, give back and make real change possible. Thank you for turning compassion into impact. 💫
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
What if giving back started with self-kindness? 💛 Kids can join a free, from-anywhere volunteer activity—exploring self-care, then creating caring messages 💌 for United Way’s Stuff the Backpack program 🎒
Sign up ➡️ bit.ly/KindBackpack25
Sign up ➡️ bit.ly/KindBackpack25
April 15, 2025 at 5:39 PM
What if giving back started with self-kindness? 💛 Kids can join a free, from-anywhere volunteer activity—exploring self-care, then creating caring messages 💌 for United Way’s Stuff the Backpack program 🎒
Sign up ➡️ bit.ly/KindBackpack25
Sign up ➡️ bit.ly/KindBackpack25
Our dedicated data team spoke at Gahanna City Council—thanks to Councilwoman Jamille Jones. They shared 2024 ALICE report insights ahead of the 2025 release on May 12. 📊
Understanding local hardship helps shape policies and programs that truly support our communities.
#UnitedistheWay
Understanding local hardship helps shape policies and programs that truly support our communities.
#UnitedistheWay
April 14, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Our dedicated data team spoke at Gahanna City Council—thanks to Councilwoman Jamille Jones. They shared 2024 ALICE report insights ahead of the 2025 release on May 12. 📊
Understanding local hardship helps shape policies and programs that truly support our communities.
#UnitedistheWay
Understanding local hardship helps shape policies and programs that truly support our communities.
#UnitedistheWay
Early readers become lifelong learners! During #WeekoftheYoungChild, we celebrate early literacy and those helping kids thrive. Our Success by Third Grade movement fuels learning, care and family support. Literacy opens doors—get involved! Click the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
April 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Early readers become lifelong learners! During #WeekoftheYoungChild, we celebrate early literacy and those helping kids thrive. Our Success by Third Grade movement fuels learning, care and family support. Literacy opens doors—get involved! Click the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
✨Leave a legacy that lasts.
For 100+ years, we have helped create real change—right here at home.
Planned giving = lasting impact + potential tax benefits.
From stock gifts to donor advised funds, there are smart ways to give with heart. 💛
United is the Way.
#PlannedGiving #CentralOhio
For 100+ years, we have helped create real change—right here at home.
Planned giving = lasting impact + potential tax benefits.
From stock gifts to donor advised funds, there are smart ways to give with heart. 💛
United is the Way.
#PlannedGiving #CentralOhio
April 3, 2025 at 3:26 PM
✨Leave a legacy that lasts.
For 100+ years, we have helped create real change—right here at home.
Planned giving = lasting impact + potential tax benefits.
From stock gifts to donor advised funds, there are smart ways to give with heart. 💛
United is the Way.
#PlannedGiving #CentralOhio
For 100+ years, we have helped create real change—right here at home.
Planned giving = lasting impact + potential tax benefits.
From stock gifts to donor advised funds, there are smart ways to give with heart. 💛
United is the Way.
#PlannedGiving #CentralOhio
In Franklin County, survival for a parent + 1 child in child care costs $54,480/year. ALICE families work hard, yet still can’t get ahead. And their kids face real barriers to early success. Our #SuccessbyThirdGrade work is here to help. Let’s raise awareness. Let’s support more students ➡️ 🔗 in bio!
March 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
In Franklin County, survival for a parent + 1 child in child care costs $54,480/year. ALICE families work hard, yet still can’t get ahead. And their kids face real barriers to early success. Our #SuccessbyThirdGrade work is here to help. Let’s raise awareness. Let’s support more students ➡️ 🔗 in bio!
🌟 Leaders United Spotlight 🌟
Meet Shelly Sturdevant, Associate Engagement & Social Impact Leader at Hexion and Executive Committee Secretary for Leaders United. She’s inspired by those around her and passionate about creating impact through connection🫱🏼🫲🏽💙
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
Meet Shelly Sturdevant, Associate Engagement & Social Impact Leader at Hexion and Executive Committee Secretary for Leaders United. She’s inspired by those around her and passionate about creating impact through connection🫱🏼🫲🏽💙
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
March 21, 2025 at 6:59 PM
🌟 Leaders United Spotlight 🌟
Meet Shelly Sturdevant, Associate Engagement & Social Impact Leader at Hexion and Executive Committee Secretary for Leaders United. She’s inspired by those around her and passionate about creating impact through connection🫱🏼🫲🏽💙
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
Meet Shelly Sturdevant, Associate Engagement & Social Impact Leader at Hexion and Executive Committee Secretary for Leaders United. She’s inspired by those around her and passionate about creating impact through connection🫱🏼🫲🏽💙
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
📖When kids learn to read by third grade, their potential is unlimited. ✨
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to build a brighter tomorrow—one page at a time. 💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to build a brighter tomorrow—one page at a time. 💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
March 19, 2025 at 8:14 PM
📖When kids learn to read by third grade, their potential is unlimited. ✨
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to build a brighter tomorrow—one page at a time. 💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to build a brighter tomorrow—one page at a time. 💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
✨Cheryl Wyatt, VP of #SuccessbyThirdGrade, will be a guest speaker at the Women’s HERstory Month Showcase at Groveport Madison High School! ✨
Join us for an uplifting evening honoring the power and progress of women. 🌍💪
Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn more about Success by Third Grade!
Join us for an uplifting evening honoring the power and progress of women. 🌍💪
Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn more about Success by Third Grade!
March 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM
✨Cheryl Wyatt, VP of #SuccessbyThirdGrade, will be a guest speaker at the Women’s HERstory Month Showcase at Groveport Madison High School! ✨
Join us for an uplifting evening honoring the power and progress of women. 🌍💪
Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn more about Success by Third Grade!
Join us for an uplifting evening honoring the power and progress of women. 🌍💪
Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn more about Success by Third Grade!
✨𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑷𝒊 𝑫𝒂𝒚!✨We celebrated #PiDay at Rose Hill Elementary with an extra-sweet surprise—𝟰𝟬𝟬+ oatmeal creme pies for students and staff! 🥧💛 We believe that small moments like these create lasting impact. Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we're championing early literacy and education! 📚✨
#UnitedistheWay
#UnitedistheWay
March 14, 2025 at 5:58 PM
✨𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑷𝒊 𝑫𝒂𝒚!✨We celebrated #PiDay at Rose Hill Elementary with an extra-sweet surprise—𝟰𝟬𝟬+ oatmeal creme pies for students and staff! 🥧💛 We believe that small moments like these create lasting impact. Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we're championing early literacy and education! 📚✨
#UnitedistheWay
#UnitedistheWay
March is #NationalReadingMonth —a time to celebrate the power of books and the doors they open for our children. 📚✨
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
March 12, 2025 at 2:41 PM
March is #NationalReadingMonth —a time to celebrate the power of books and the doors they open for our children. 📚✨
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
Through #SuccessbyThirdGrade, we’re working to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.💙
Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio!
#UnitedistheWay #UWCentralOhio
Meet Subha Lembach, chair of our Leaders United Steering Committee and Executive Director of Charity Newsies!
She embodies the spirit of #WomensHistoryMonth, leading with passion and purpose to shape a better future.
Join us in celebrating Subha and all the women making an impact in central Ohio!
She embodies the spirit of #WomensHistoryMonth, leading with passion and purpose to shape a better future.
Join us in celebrating Subha and all the women making an impact in central Ohio!
March 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Meet Subha Lembach, chair of our Leaders United Steering Committee and Executive Director of Charity Newsies!
She embodies the spirit of #WomensHistoryMonth, leading with passion and purpose to shape a better future.
Join us in celebrating Subha and all the women making an impact in central Ohio!
She embodies the spirit of #WomensHistoryMonth, leading with passion and purpose to shape a better future.
Join us in celebrating Subha and all the women making an impact in central Ohio!
Myth: “Learning to read is a natural process that happens on its own."
Truth: Reading isn’t something kids just pick up. It takes intentional teaching, the right support and access to the tools they need to succeed.
#UnitedistheWay kids learn to read, explore, dream and lead.
#UWCentralOhio
Truth: Reading isn’t something kids just pick up. It takes intentional teaching, the right support and access to the tools they need to succeed.
#UnitedistheWay kids learn to read, explore, dream and lead.
#UWCentralOhio
March 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Myth: “Learning to read is a natural process that happens on its own."
Truth: Reading isn’t something kids just pick up. It takes intentional teaching, the right support and access to the tools they need to succeed.
#UnitedistheWay kids learn to read, explore, dream and lead.
#UWCentralOhio
Truth: Reading isn’t something kids just pick up. It takes intentional teaching, the right support and access to the tools they need to succeed.
#UnitedistheWay kids learn to read, explore, dream and lead.
#UWCentralOhio
Our #SuccessbyThirdGrade team wore “Red for Ed” in support of the Ohio Education Association and our teachers ❤️ #ProtectOurKidsOH
March 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Our #SuccessbyThirdGrade team wore “Red for Ed” in support of the Ohio Education Association and our teachers ❤️ #ProtectOurKidsOH
📚✨Literacy is more than just learning to read-it’s the foundation for a lifetime of opportunity. This #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek, we’re reminded that investing in literacy means investing in our children’s futures. Join us in championing the #SuccessByThirdGrade movement!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
March 4, 2025 at 4:06 PM
📚✨Literacy is more than just learning to read-it’s the foundation for a lifetime of opportunity. This #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek, we’re reminded that investing in literacy means investing in our children’s futures. Join us in championing the #SuccessByThirdGrade movement!
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay
#UWCentralOhio #UnitedistheWay