Growing up one of 17 children in rural Kentucky, “Randy” was no stranger to hard work. But after a chronic health issue began keeping Randy from performing his service, he was honorably discharged. After that decision, Randy was lost; he didn’t know what his future held.

“Xavier” grew up in a broken home. His childhood was hard and it left him a very reserved, insecure and irresponsible 12-year-old. His mother noticed the path her son was going down, and she knew she needed to do something for him.

Your hard work paid off – we collected 3,000 disposable diapers, 5,300 baby wipes and a host of other items, including baby toiletries, onesies, strollers, bouncers and more for families in need right here in Central Indiana!

At the age of 57, Russell found himself in his doctor’s office receiving the devastating news many before him have received: he had cancer. To help him manage it all, Russell’s social worker referred him to the American Cancer Society (ACS), a United Way-supported agency.

Four central Indiana companies were honored today with United Way of Central Indiana’s (UWCI) prestigious Spirit United award at UWCI’s annual meeting celebration.

United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) held its annual meeting at the Indiana Roof Ballroom today and recapped its year of community impact, strategic partnerships and new initiatives in front of a crowd of almost 900 enthusiastic supporters.

Leadership United just wrapped up the 2015-16 session. This year, 50 individuals successfully participated in the rewarding experience! Congratulations to the 2016 Graduating Class of Leadership United!

Over 40 volunteers joined United Way of Central Indiana and Diversity Leadership Circle at our Job Readiness Kit build at PACE, Inc. he kits will be distributed by PACE workers to their clients in order to help them create a resume, prepare for an interview and gain employment.

An energetic group of volunteers met at the offices of Katz, Sapper and Miller to assemble Literacy Kits for On My Way Pre-K programs. This was accomplished in about an hour from 8 – 9 am thanks to the efficiency of our great women volunteers!

“Community Baby Shower” on June 21 is a part of United Way’s Global Day of Action. Individuals can drop off donations along Pennsylvania Street in front of Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dr. Jamyce Curtis Banks helped attendees understand the impact of unconscious bias in the workplace as well as identify strategies for managing unconscious bias.

When “Deron” first met “Skyler” on their first day of United Way’s summer ReadUP program, he knew he had a challenge in front of him. After weeks of Deron’s effort and proven, effective ReadUP programming, Skyler began to make real progress.

United Way of Central Indiana and Hubbard Family Foundation present $25,000 each to four teachers and two principals!

United Way of Central Indiana and Hubbard Family Foundation to present $25,000 each to six winners – four teachers and two principals – on May 18!

Finding the right child care center is a big decision for parents. Of course, you want to know your child will be safe, first and foremost. Luckily, because of United Way and you, parents have a high-quality, affordable option at Early Learning Indiana. Just ask Carrie and Keith Hagan…

United Way of Central Indiana and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Foundation are joining forces to help improve health, reduce obesity, and encourage wellness in young children through two grant programs.

United Way of Central Indiana and the Central Indiana Labor Council AFL-CIO announced a new partnership agreement that aims to drive positive, measurable and substantial impact in Central Indiana.

Students from Washington Woods Elementary School in Westfield took part in Global Youth Service Day on Friday, April 15.

Statistically, Ashlee Weaver was never supposed to make it. But she was never the type to let others define her, and she lived to prove her doubters wrong.