Profiles of Inclusion in Franklin County
Watch and read summaries of presentations from three community members who spoke about different topics related to diversity, equity,...
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- Dec 16, 2022
- 5 min
2022 Year in Review
As 2022 comes to close, we reflect on what has happened because of the generous support from community members like you! This year’s...
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- Nov 14, 2022
- 2 min
25 Ways to Show Gratitude During "A Week of Thanks" (and Beyond!)
Join us in expressing appreciation for the people, organizations, and businesses that make a difference in the communities of Franklin...
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- Nov 2, 2022
- 6 min
Resources and Services from the 2022 Community Info Expo
The annual expo provides information and resources to the community about human services and other programs.
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- Oct 5, 2022
- 2 min
Youth Engagement: It Starts with One
This is the way of the volunteer. It often starts with one, but enthusiasm is contagious, and a little momentum turns into a movement.
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- Sep 1, 2022
- 2 min
$43,000 in Donations Raised by Community for Stuff the Bus
Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community, over $43,000 in school supplies and monetary donations benefitted five school...
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- Jul 21, 2022
- 2 min
We Have Been Challenged: $100,000 to Fight Hunger
Our communities have been challenged to raise $100,000 to help fight hunger in Franklin, PA and Washington, MD counties. Raise $100k and...
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- Jul 6, 2022
- 3 min
10th Annual Stuff the Bus Rallies Community to Support Local Students
July is National Make a Difference to Children Month. Join us in making a positive difference through our annual school supply drive.
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- Feb 7, 2022
- 4 min
Student Perspective: Every Difference Makes a Difference
The student chair of the United Way Campaign, Sabeen Safi, spoke at the Annual Meeting in January about the importance of being involved...
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- Nov 10, 2021
- 2 min
United Way Recognizes Lucy Weaver for Outstanding Volunteerism
Weaver was recognized as this year's recipient of the Cynthia Hawbaker Memorial Award for serving Women in Need as a dedicated volunteer...
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- Sep 7, 2021
- 2 min
Community Collects over $20,000 in School Supplies for Students at 5 Local Districts
A heartfelt thank-you to all who made this year's Stuff the Bus possible!
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- Jun 1, 2021
- 3 min
United Against Racism: A Letter to Our Community
Holding true to our vision and values, we ask for you to mobilize with us in pursuit of an equitable and opportunity-filled community.
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- May 18, 2021
- 2 min
UWFC Raises $26,692 to Help Feed Local Families
The organization's annual Winter Food Drive collected cash instead of cans in the midst of COVID - and the community showed up to help...
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- Jan 15, 2021
- 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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