Over $46K Distributed from UWFC's COVID-19 Crisis Fund
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An emergency fund to help nonprofits provide unmet needs to Franklin County residents during the pandemic has released $46,882 in grants.


- 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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- Apr 2, 2019
- 2 min
Families Learn & Play Together at United Way Event
Nearly 500 people attended the 3rd Annual Learn & Play Day with United Way on Saturday, March 30. Learn & Play Day with United Way on...
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- Mar 28, 2019
- 2 min
$6,700 in Subs Benefits Local Community Programs
Hundreds visited Jersey Mike's on March 27 to enjoy a sub and support United Way of Franklin County. United Way of Franklin County joined...
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- Mar 22, 2019
- 2 min
Meet Marcus
A true story of how quality health & wellness programs make a difference. Marcus is a teen who needs assistance walking, and has for most...
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- Mar 12, 2019
- 3 min
There's Room at the Table
Tables are a place where people come together. With that in mind, it seems the most important resource we can share as a community is the...
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- Feb 15, 2019
- 2 min
PA 2-1-1 Helps "Connect to Home"
Homelessness is a problem across Pennsylvania, and 2-1-1 is connecting people in need to shelters and finding homes. An excerpt from the...
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- Feb 15, 2019
- 2 min
Why Give to United Way's Campaign?
Executive Director Amy Hicks explores the importance of collective impact to make a difference. Why does United Way of Franklin County...
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- Feb 14, 2019
- 2 min
Meet Kelly
A story of how quality early learning programs make a difference. Kelly was born with spina bifida, a condition that affects the spinal...
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- Feb 14, 2019
- 2 min
Meet Ellen
A true story of how workforce development programs make a difference. Having raised her children to become successful professionals and...
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