Our Work

Your United Way

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 our efforts in serving Lucas, Ottawa and Wood counties. Click the links below to learn more about Your United Way and the important work we do to create positive change our local communities.

AALC

United Way 211

United Way 211 is a free 24-hour-a-day information and referral service.

Emerging Leaders

Community Data

We are transforming community change through data-driven impact.

Continue United

Collective Impact

Our Collective Impact Model leverages cross-county partnerships in education, financial stability, health and housing.

Community Partners

Community Partners

Learn more about the vital community programs we fund and support.

Learn More About United Way In:

Lucas County

Using a data-driven Collective Impact Model to create long-term change in Lucas County.

Ottawa County

Supporting Ottawa County programs and initiatives focused on local community change.

Wood County

Bringing the people of Wood County together to make success an option for everyone.

Who We Are

Find out more about our history, our DEI Statement and meet the UW team driving our mission to improve lives.

Latest News

Access our Media Kit and catch up on the latest from our organization through news releases, articles and videos connected to our community initiatives.

UWGT Joins Ohio 211 Coalition to Advocate for State Support

UWGT Joins Ohio 211 Coalition to Advocate for State Support

United Way 211 Week Celebrates Connection to Help for All

United Way 211 Week Celebrates Connection to Help for All

United Way of Greater Toledo’s NWO 211 service joins effort to support Florida Residents impacted by Hurricane Ian

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Careers

United Way of Greater Toledo is a nonprofit organization that invests in community programs in the areas of education, financial stability, health and housing. View the current job openings at our organization.

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Our Latest Blog Posts

211: Why Not Just Google It?

211: Why Not Just Google It?

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Food Insecurity: A Focus for United for the Holidays

Food Insecurity: A Focus for United for the Holidays

United for the Holidays helps ALICE families experiencing...

73 Questions w/ Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center

73 Questions w/ Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center

Without Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center, the Old...

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Reports & Policies

United Way of Greater Toledo has completed all required reporting requirements for United Way Worldwide. View our organization's full reports and policies.

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Get Involved

When you Live United, you are changing your community for the better. Learn more about the many ways you can make a difference with us.

Affinity Groups

Working together to help our community.

Tocqueville Society

Join an exclusive group of philanthropic minds who prioritize investing in positive community change.

Planned Giving

Including United Way of Greater Toledo in your estate plan helps support our work for future generations.

Workplace Campaign

Creating employee engagement through local giving.

Advocate

Connect to resources and events that empower you to use your voice to support important health and human policies that affect your community.

Volunteer

There are various needs throughout our community. If your agency is in need of volunteer support, or if you are looking for new volunteer opportunities, click the link below for more information about United Way community volunteering.

Events

Experience our community work and help drive change by participating in our upcoming cause-focused events.

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Your United Way stacked

Our Work

United Way of Greater Toledo serves Lucas, Ottawa and Wood counties. Learn more about Your United Way and the important work we do to support our local communities.

United Way 211

United Way 211 is a free 24-hour-a-day information and referral service. You can access our services via chat, text, dialing 211, or by searching our Community Resource Database.

OurDataInitiative

Community Data

We are transforming community change through data-driven impact. Our data collection and analysis serves to best inform and benefit our local communities. See our success measures in Education, Financial Stability, Health and Housing.

Collective Impact

Our new Collective Impact Model leverages cross-county partnerships in education, financial stability, health and housing. Our goal is to break down silos, engage in continuous improvement and leverage resources to move the community forward.

Community Partners

United Way of Greater Toledo is proud to support 60 programs and 50 community partners across Lucas, Ottawa and Wood counties. Learn more about the vital community programs we fund and support.