Healthy Living
United Way of Franklin County supports programs that raise awareness and build understanding of factors that influence health. Individuals and families adopt a healthier lifestyle by developing habits that lead to long-term wellness.
United Way Healthy Living Programs:
May of Caring
Our annual May of Caring calls to action volunteers to improve quality of life in our community. Spend a day volunteering with us to complete much-needed service projects at local organizations.
Interested in sponsoring? Learn more.
Day of Caring
Day of Caring happens each fall and is an excellent way to connect co-workers, students, neighbors, and friends to civic engagement in our community. Sign up to complete meaningful service projects.
Interested in sponsoring? Learn more.
Meet Marcus
A true story of how programs promoting healthy lifestyles make a difference.
Marcus is a teen who needs assistance in walking, and has for most of his life. He entered the horseback riding program at the Franklin County 4H Therapeutic Riding Center just over a year ago to try out a new therapy outlet.
The Center serves individuals with special needs ranging from age 4 to over 65 with diagnoses from autism to birth defects to neuro-muscular problems...