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Jan 15
2 min

Honoring Dr. King by Serving Others

UWFC brings people together to serve others in the spirit of Dr. King’s vision of the Beloved Community through its annual Winter Food...

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Dec 31, 2020
2 min

Moving on from 2020, looking to a better tomorrow

We're all ready to put 2020 behind us. We can have a fresh start. We must start today to make a better tomorrow. 2020 is a year we’ll...

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Dec 17, 2020
2 min

5 Ways to Rethink Holiday Volunteer Traditions

2020 has been a year like no other, but it is still possible to fulfill our desire to give back this holiday season. 2020 has been a year...

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Dec 8, 2020
2 min

Every Child Deserves Access to High-Quality Education

Help United Way of Franklin County support local students as they face an unconventional school year.

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Dec 1, 2020
3 min

Starting Today, Give for Tomorrow

Together, we can build a tomorrow that is better than yesterday. For every single one of us. All we need to do is Start Today United.

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Oct 22, 2020
2 min

4 Ways to Protect the Health of Our Community

Volunteering is good for your health? Yes. And it's good for community.

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Aug 25, 2020
3 min

Women in Franklin County Continue to Fight for Equity

100 Years After Women’s Suffrage, the Fight to Give Everyone a Voice Continues

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Jun 11, 2020
2 min

Equity in Franklin County: A Letter to Our Community

Holding true to our organization’s vision and values, we ask for you to mobilize with us in pursuit of an equitable, respectful, and opportu

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May 14, 2020
4 min

Over $46K Distributed from UWFC's COVID-19 Crisis Fund

An emergency fund to help nonprofits provide unmet needs to Franklin County residents during the pandemic has released $46,882 in grants.

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May 5, 2020
4 min

8 Ways to Thank Frontline Workers

Those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak continue to help keep our community safe and running. Thank you!

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Mar 11, 2020
4 min

Coronavirus: Information and Resources

Help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus by accessing helpful information and resources, including how to protect yourself and others.

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Feb 12, 2020
3 min

Options for Free Tax Filing

Explore several options for free tax filing including VITA sites, AARP sites, IRS Free File, MilTax, and MyFreeTaxes.

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Feb 3, 2020
3 min

My United Way Experience: A Volunteer's Perspective

Kim Crider, United Way of Franklin County 2019/20 Campaign Chair and Board Member, reflects on her volunteer experiences in our community.

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Nov 21, 2019
2 min

The Power of Giving

Want to have the power to make a really big impact on our community? GivingTuesday is a great opportunity.

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Sep 19, 2019
2 min

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Special Edition T-shirts

United Way of Franklin County is offering VIVA UNIDOS apparel to the community for Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Jun 27, 2019
3 min

Report: 30% of Franklin County Households Struggling to Survive

New report reveals that 30% of Franklin County households are not making enough to pay for essentials such as food, housing, and child care.

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May 31, 2019
2 min

United Way Launches Online Apparel Shop for Fundraiser

The shop will feature different designs throughout the year to raise awareness of various groups in United Way's commitment to embrace...

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May 29, 2019
3 min

Local Volunteers, Donors Recognized for Community Impact

The Bravo! Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in May celebrated contributions of individuals and businesses that helped drive community impact

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May 13, 2019
3 min

Adventures of a Young Learner

Through his lens, everything is an adventure. He is the Indiana Jones of his own universe. He is observant, he is curious, and he is...

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Apr 23, 2019
3 min

Truly Born Learning

By the time a baby finally enters our world, they have been preparing for quite some time and are already learning from everything that...

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