United Way
of Greater Toledo
United as one, we change the story of many.
Our Work
For more than 100 years, United Way has fundraised for, and invested in, the Greater Toledo community. With over 20,000 donors and 10,000 local volunteers we continue to bring incredible people together to make positive local change.
“Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.”
– Albert Camus
PROGRAMS
We support 60 programs which provide education, financial stability, health and housing resources to people within our three-county footprint.
PARTNERSHIPS
We partner with community organizations and corporations to ensure adults, families and children can live the happy and healthy lives they deserve.
GRANTS
We provide unrestricted funding to organizations who offer education, financial stability, health and housing resources to community members in Lucas, Ottawa and Wood counties.
LEADERSHIP
We are the hand-raisers, we’re friend to the underdog and foe to the oppressor. We’re the steadfast leader you can can count on bring people together and address the challenges that need us most.
ADVOCACY
At United Way, when we say “advocate,” we mean…lend us your voice. That entails writing letters, sending emails, hosting meetings with elected officials and sharing what issues matter to our partners and those we help serve. Our advocacy work is nonpartisan and totally issue-focused.
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Navigating Nonprofit Funding: United Way of Greater Toledo’s Approach
Giving money to nonprofit organizations is really important for making our community better, but...
Wendy Pestrue Reflects on Six Years of Leadership at United Way
At United Way of Greater Toledo, we recently had the pleasure of sitting down with our CEO, Wendy...
Funding Equitably: United Way’s Journey to Making a Difference
Nonprofit organizations like United Way work hard to share resources fairly, but it's not always...