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Special Projects

In addition to the 202 programs that are funded through contributions to United Way of Greater Cleveland, there are also a few special projects that have been identified as critical to the long-term health of our community. These initiatives work to create long-lasting change by addressing underlying causes of problems.

Learn more about the special projects currently being funded:

Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK): Focuses on helping children ages 3 and 4 years old become kindergarten ready.

Family Stability Initiative: Assists families with school-age children who are at risk of losing their homes to foreclosure.

Give Now

For more than 95 years, United Way of Greater Cleveland has been focused on programs that improve the lives of those around us – but we can’t do it without your help. Whether you are a new donor or you’ve been a loyal contributor, your support can help strengthen our community at this critical time.

Click here to donate to United Way of Greater Cleveland

How I Live United

When we reach out a hand
to one, we influence the
condition of all. That's what
it means to LIVE UNITED.

We want to know how you
LIVE UNITED. How do you get involved? What organizations, causes and communities are close to your heart? How do you "Give. Advocate. Volunteer."?

Send us your story.

Upcoming Events

United Way's Annual Meeting
Mark your calendar for the
2011-12 Annual Meeting at the Renaissance Cleveland Hotel: Friday, March 2, 2012

Rock the Catwalk
A Spring Fashion Show and fundraiser will be held at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum on March 29, 2012. Hosted by the Women's Leadership Council.

RideUNITED
Choose a course, gather sponsors and ride bikes to benefit the Greater Cleveland and Summit County United Way organizations. All rides begin at Cleveland State University Sunday, June 24, 2012. Learn more and register now

Our Mission

United Way of Greater Cleveland is a leader in addressing health and human service needs through convening partnerships, funding programs, generating resources, and advocating for public policy to support our community's priorities.