United Way of Central Ohio

10/23/2026

Stronger together! 🤝

Greater Columbus Community House (GCCH) is a proud Success by Third Grade partner. Through its early learning center, Out of School Time programs and Mid-Ohio Market food pantry, GCCH works to support the whole family and build a strong foundation for student success. 📚🍎

United is the Way.💙

🎥 Watch the full story at liveunitedcentralohio.org or the link in our bio.

10/21/2026

Hands up if you love a good eye exam day! 🙌👓

Kindergarten and first-grade students at C. Ray Williams Early Childhood Center kicked off their eye exams with a pep rally featuring Crew Cat, Gov. Mike DeWine and first lady Fran DeWine. 🎉

Clear vision is a building block for Success by Third Grade, and we’re grateful to Whitehall City Schools, Columbus Crew’s Stay in the Game! Network, Zenni Optical and OhioSEE for making sure every student was seen. 

United is the Way. 💙
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📸 Pictured: Gov. Mike DeWine; first lady Fran DeWine; Superintendent Sharee Wells; Principal Cameron Carter; Assistant Principal Jamel Johnson; Tracey Colson; Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff; Mary Shepro; and Safira Robinson

10/20/2026

🎙️ New episode alert!

What do libraries and voting have in common? More than you might think! Michael Wilkos sits down with Kristin Sutton, Board President of League of Women Voters MC and Government Relations Manager at Columbus Library , to talk about the power of information, community and making your voice heard.

🎧 Listen now at liveunitedcentralohio.org or wherever you get your podcasts.

United is the Way.💙

10/19/2026

🗳️ It’s a great day to vote early, Ohio!

In-person early voting is open now through Sunday, Nov. 1, with extended evening hours the week of Oct. 26. Swipe for key dates and times, then head to voteohio.gov to find your early voting location. ✅

🚨 Don’t miss our podcast tomorrow for tips on making sure your voting day goes smoothly!

Every voice strengthens our community. 

United is the Way.💙
liveunitedcentralohio.org

10/16/2026

Happy World Food Day! 🍎

Nourishing food gives kids the energy to learn, play and grow, which is why it’s part of reaching Success by Third Grade.

When families have what they need at the table, students show up ready to thrive in the classroom.

See how we’re supporting central Ohio kids and their families at liveunitedcentralohio.org.

United is the Way. 💙

10/15/2026

Help us build beds and big dreams! 🛏️✨

Join United Way and the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to noon at Whitehall-Yearling High School for Hope to Dream, so every child has a comfortable place to rest.💛 Volunteers must be 18+.

Sign up: impact.besa.org/events/15943 or the link in our bio!

You can make an impact!
United is the Way.💙

10/13/2026

Last month, Nationwiders came together to write notes of encouragement for local students! ✏️💛

Each card will go into a backpack at Stuff the Backpack for the 2027-28 school year. 🎒 Every card counts, and this group got us one step closer.

Thank you, Nationwide! 🙌

Want to make cards with your team? Visit liveunitedcentralohio.org to get involved!

United is the Way. 💙

10/12/2026

Calling all local C-suite executives and general, district and store managers: Columbus CEO wants your views on the region's economy, workforce and leadership.

Columbus CEO’s 16th annual CEO of the Year awards survey also helps us take the pulse of the local economy and business climate.

10/10/2026

Caring starts with connection. 🤗📚

This World Mental Health Day, we’re celebrating the people who help kids feel safe, seen and supported, because that’s when learning takes off. ✨

Through Success by Third Grade, we’re helping young learners build strong relationships and strong reading skills, side by side. 💙

United is the Way. 💛
liveunitedcentralohio.org

10/09/2026

What a morning! 💙

Last Friday, about 240 Designer Brands associates rolled up their sleeves for Step Up & Serve, volunteering at seven sites across central Ohio in just two hours. 🙌

They brought their energy to nonprofit partners motherful_org , Freedom a la Cart Café + Bakery + Catering, Charity Newsies and Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio J. Ashburn Club, and to Success by Third Grade schools and neighborhoods in Reynoldsburg, Whitehall and Weinland Park. 📚✨

A huge thank-you to Designer Brands for showing up for our community in such a big way, and to Besa for helping connect so many volunteers to meaningful work. 🤝

Want to bring your team together to serve? Learn more at liveunitedcentralohio.org.

United is the Way. 💙

Reynoldsburg City Schools Whitehall City Schools Columbus City Schools