United Way of Greater Cleveland

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.

As we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, we also recognize the importance of creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to move forward. Together, we can continue building a future of possibilities.

06/18/2026

Thank you to the dedicated campaign leaders who joined us for our Campaign Leadership Thank You Breakfast.

Your advocacy, generosity, and commitment help make a difference for families across Greater Cleveland. Together, we're helping people move from crisis to stability to possibility by connecting them to the resources and support they need to move forward.

We're also grateful to CBIZ, Inc. for hosting us at their Independence office and to CBIZ CEO and United Way Board Member Jerry Grisko for welcoming attendees and helping us celebrate the impact of this important work.

Thank you to all of our campaign leaders for your partnership and leadership. The progress we make in our community is possible because of your commitment to building a stronger future for all.

06/16/2026

Cleveland’s story is told through its people. Discover the Cleveland 230 list, honoring 230 Clevelanders for their contributions to the city, along with One Cleveland events happening across our community.

Visit cpl.org/onecle to learn more.

06/15/2026

Nearly half of Cuyahoga County households are struggling to afford basic needs.

Our newly released 2026 ALICE Report shows that 41% of local households don't earn enough to cover essentials like housing, child care, food, transportation, and health care. That's more than 227,000 families living paycheck to paycheck.

These are the workers who keep our community running every day, including childcare providers, grocery store clerks, delivery drivers, and more. Yet too many are one unexpected expense away from financial crisis.

Thank you to News 5 Cleveland for helping shine a light on the challenges facing ALICE households across our region.



Watch the whole news clip: https://tinyurl.com/5fdhcaxb

06/11/2026

Join us on August 11 for United Way of Greater Cleveland's Campaign Kickoff! Register today: https://tinyurl.com/4tj2nzaw

This year, we're bringing together business leaders, nonprofit partners, public officials, and community members who share a commitment to expanding opportunity across Greater Cleveland.

Together, we can help more families move from crisis to stability to opportunity.

06/10/2026

A new reality is emerging in Greater Cleveland: more people are working, yet more families are struggling to afford the basics.

The latest data shows that nearly half of Cuyahoga County households live below the ALICE threshold. Despite working, these households can't consistently afford essentials like housing, food, transportation, healthcare, technology, and childcare.

While poverty has declined over the past decade, the number of working households facing financial hardship has grown. These are our neighbors and the essential workers like cashiers, caregivers, and delivery drivers who keep our community running every day.

United Way of Greater Cleveland is bridging the gap from stability to possibility through United Way 211, workplace programs, community partnerships, and advocacy efforts that help hardworking families stay on track and keep moving forward.

Explore the data and learn more about ALICE in Ohio: https://www.unitedforalice.org/introducing-ALICE/ohio

06/09/2026

Supporting veterans takes all of us. 💙

Today, we partnered with C.A.V.A - Cleveland American Veterans Association and Industrial Commercial Properties - ICP to deliver hygiene kits to veterans residing at Volunteers of America transitional housing.

These simple but essential items can make a meaningful difference, helping provide comfort and dignity for veterans as they work toward stable housing and new opportunities.

We're grateful to our partners for coming together in support of those who have served our country. Together, we're building a stronger community for veterans across Greater Cleveland.

06/08/2026

Getting involved in the community is central to our Emerging Leaders group.

This network of young professionals is committed to service, leadership, and philanthropy. Last week they volunteered with Food Strong at the Superior Farm Fix-Up.

They joined other volunteers to prepare a site that will transform a former church and farmhouse into gardens, hoop houses, and an urban farm over the next five years.

We're grateful to Food Strong for their partnership and for the important work they do to expand access to fresh food and create healthier, more vibrant neighborhoods throughout Greater Cleveland.

06/06/2026

Happy Pride, Cleveland! 🌈

Today, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and honor the advocates, leaders, and neighbors who continue working toward a more inclusive and equitable future for all.

At United Way of Greater Cleveland, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, be treated with dignity and respect, and feel a sense of belonging in our community.

We are proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ neighbors today and throughout the year as we work together to build a stronger Greater Cleveland for everyone.

06/05/2026

The benefits cliff prevents so many working families from moving forward.

We appreciate local business leader Jack Schron for bringing this issue to the national stage through his recent testimony before Congress. As reported by cleveland.com, workers can face difficult choices when a raise, promotion, or additional hours lead to the loss of critical benefits that support their families.

At United Way of Greater Cleveland, we partner with employers, policymakers, and others, including Jack, to advance solutions that help families move toward financial stability without being penalized for earning more.

When hard work leads to opportunity, our systems should support that progress, not stand in its way.

https://www.cleveland.com/news/2026/06/why-some-ohio-workers-are-secretly-turning-down-raises-and-what-one-cleveland-business-wants-congress-to-do-about-it.html

A Cleveland manufacturer told a Senate committee that the federal benefit cliff is quietly undermining efforts to reward workers who learn new skills.