United Way of Greater Stark County

United Way of Greater Stark County Working to grow our community’s capacity to lessen the impact of poverty so families in poverty can unleash their human potential.

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Thank you for visiting the official United Way of Greater Stark County page! Our social media policy prohibits obscenity and profanity. As a result, we reserve the right to remove posts containing or featuring comments containing obscenity and/or profanity. United Way helps our community by focusing on education, health & basic needs, and family & financial stability. Join us as we advance the common good right here at home in our community. We are committed to a community that gives, advocates and volunteers. Thank you to all of our neighbors for living United!

Today, we remember. On September 11, we honor the lives lost, remember the heroes who stepped forward, and recognize the...
09/11/2026

Today, we remember.

On September 11, we honor the lives lost, remember the heroes who stepped forward, and recognize the strength and unity that carried our communities through one of our nation’s darkest days.

May we never forget the lives, stories, and sacrifices that shaped September 11, 2001.

This morning, we came together to celebrate the progress we’ve made and look ahead to what’s possible when our community...
09/10/2026

This morning, we came together to celebrate the progress we’ve made and look ahead to what’s possible when our community comes together.

We heard from Dr. Walter Iwanenko, President of Gannon University, about the importance of strengthening our neighborhood schools and how a similar model has grown and made an impact in Erie, PA, over the last few years.

As the model continues to grow, so does the opportunity to make an even greater impact. But we can’t do it alone. We need the support of our community to help this work continue to grow and reach more children and families.

Our campaign goal is $4.25 million and reaching it will take all of us.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning and to the donors, partners and community members who continue to believe in what’s possible when we work together.

When I grow up starts today.

We’re proud to support opportunities that inspire young readers! As a sponsor and partner of the Pro Football Hall of Fa...
09/08/2026

We’re proud to support opportunities that inspire young readers!

As a sponsor and partner of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Reading the Playbook event during Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic weekend, we joined community partners in celebrating literacy and learning.

A special shoutout to the Divine Nine of Stark County, organizers of this impactful event, for bringing our community together to encourage a love of reading among local students.

Several of our team members also volunteered as readers in local schools, sharing stories with students throughout the community.

A great reminder that every page turned is a step toward a brighter future!

Grants for Black-Led Nonprofits!The Black-Led Small-Grant Funding Opportunity is an annual funding opportunity for small...
09/02/2026

Grants for Black-Led Nonprofits!

The Black-Led Small-Grant Funding Opportunity is an annual funding opportunity for small, Black-led organizations who are uniquely positioned to address the priorities and disparities in the Black community in Stark and Carroll Counties.

Organizations planning to apply must attend one of the upcoming Meet & Greet Sessions:

📅 Wednesday, September 9 | 4:30–6 p.m.
📍 A.S.P.I.R.E. Today Inc.
320 3rd St. NW, Canton, OH 44702

📅 Tuesday, September 15 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 EN-RICH-MENT
901 Market Ave. North, Canton, OH 44702

RSVPs are not required, but are strongly encouraged for planning purposes. We hope to see you there!

Stay tuned for two upcoming funding opportunities:Strong Start Funding Opportunity — Supporting programs that help young...
09/01/2026

Stay tuned for two upcoming funding opportunities:

Strong Start Funding Opportunity — Supporting programs that help young children and families thrive by preventing or lessening the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

Black-Led Small-Grants Funding Opportunity — Supporting small, Black-Led nonprofit organizations addressing disparities in the Black community.

Interested in Black-Led Small-Grants? RSVP HERE: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/19rBHg?vid=1s59ln

Interested in Strong Start? Fill out the interest form HERE: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/t2vx4w?vid=1s59ni

Please note: The information provided is a general overview and does not include all eligibility requirements. Organizations must complete United Way’s agency review process to determine eligibility and alignment with United Way’s community priorities before applying for funding.

Come join us at the Shorb Block Party! We’ll be out celebrating with our community on August 29 from 12–4 p.m. at 6th St...
08/28/2026

Come join us at the Shorb Block Party!

We’ll be out celebrating with our community on August 29 from 12–4 p.m. at 6th St. NW & High Ave. NW in Canton!

Stop by the United Way tent for a FREE school supply kit and ice cream ticket while supplies last!

Bring the family, enjoy the fun, and come say hi! We can’t wait to see you there!

For generations, people have invested in stronger communities through their generosity, service, and leadership. 🌱Some c...
08/27/2026

For generations, people have invested in stronger communities through their generosity, service, and leadership. 🌱

Some choose to extend that impact through a gift in their will. 🤝📝

These future gifts help ensure that children and families in Stark and Carroll counties continue to have access to opportunities, resources, and support for years to come. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

Whether through volunteering, annual giving, advocacy, or a future gift, every act of generosity helps build a stronger community. 🙌

To learn more about legacy giving through United Way, please visit:
www.uwstark.org/how-to-give/planned-legacy-giving/

In honor of Dolly Parton’s incredible legacy, we’re celebrating one of the many ways she brought hope, opportunity and a...
08/26/2026

In honor of Dolly Parton’s incredible legacy, we’re celebrating one of the many ways she brought hope, opportunity and a love of learning to children everywhere: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, children under the age of 5 can receive a FREE book in the mail every month, helping strengthen early literacy skills, spark creativity and foster a lifelong love of reading.

If you have a young child, we encourage you to sign them up and carry on Dolly’s vision of putting books into the hands of children. If you don’t have children under 5, or your child has aged out of the program, you can help continue her legacy by donating.

A gift of just $30 provides books to one child for an entire year. And thanks to matching dollars from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, your donation goes even further.

Children who have books in their homes are more likely to succeed in school and, ultimately, in their careers. By helping put books into the hands of local children, we’re investing in brighter futures and a stronger community, one book at a time.

Let’s honor Dolly’s legacy by helping put more books into the hands of local children.

Visit https://www.uwstark.org/what-we-do/community-programs/dpil/ to learn more.

📣 There’s still time to RSVP for our Annual Report to the Community! 📣Help us cheer on our keynote speaker, Dr. Walter I...
08/26/2026

📣 There’s still time to RSVP for our Annual Report to the Community! 📣

Help us cheer on our keynote speaker, Dr. Walter Iwanenko, President of Gannon University, as we celebrate the incredible impact happening right here in our community and look ahead to what’s next!

You don’t want to miss the amazing things that can happen when a community rallies together!

Join fellow business, nonprofit, education, and community leaders as we celebrate progress, discuss challenges, and build excitement for what’s possible when we work together.

📣 Follow this link to RSVP: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/hy_W7Q?vid=1s0k2p

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401 Market Avenue N, Ste 300
Canton, OH
44702

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Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
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