United Way News

United Way announces county-wide 2010-11 program grant allocations

(Canton, OH) Mar.11, 2010 –The United Way of Greater Stark County Board of Directors voted yesterday to approve investments into 99 health and human service programs through 39 ser

COMPASS releases 2009 Stark County Community Indicators report

COMPASS releases 2009 Stark County Community Indicators report (Canton, OH) Feb. 22, 2010—COMPASS, the data center for United Way of Greater Stark County, has released a comprehensive ov

United Way Gold Key service award nominations due Mar. 5

United Way Gold Key service award nominations due Mar. 5 (Canton, OH) Feb.17, 2010– Since 1961, United Way of Greater Stark County has recognized community leaders and volunteers for the

United Way launches Stark County Saves Week through Sat., Feb. 6

(Canton, OH) Feb. 1, 2010—United Way of Greater Stark County’s Financial Stability Partnership kicks off tax season with Stark County Saves Week through Sat., Feb. 6. Stark County reside

Education

EDUCATION – Helping children and youth achieve their potential

Through United Way’s work, children and youth will be given the best possible start to develop
to their fullest potential. Children will be better prepared and ready to learn when entering
school. Youth will be provided with the necessary academic, job and social skills necessary
to succeed as adults. United Way programs help keep teens and youth on the right track and
help teach the skills needed to avoid risky behavior.

The Children & Youth Impact Council oversees program funding in three EDUCATION areas:

Early Education & Care
Graduation & Training
Avoiding Risky Behavior Among Youth