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Seeing A Better Way Forward

Ten years ago, Gerald lost his vision. He lost his job. He had to fight through paralyzing fear to learn to navigate a world of darkness.

Meet the Maddox Family

SaNiyah’s entire life depends on her family and help from the team at Special Care.

“Share the Love” With Your Donation to the United Way of Central Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores has announced it will team up with United Way of Central Oklahoma and match any new and increased gifts from existing […]

Oklahoma, Canadian and McClain Counties Receive Funds to Supplement Emergency Food and Shelter Programs

Oklahoma City – Oklahoma, Canadian and McClain Counties have been chosen to receive $366,634 in total to supplement emergency food and shelter programs through the Emergency Food and Shelter National […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Grant to Fund Innovative Ideas

OKLAHOMA CITY – The United Way of Central Oklahoma is launching a bold new program to fund innovative ideas, which are designed to address community challenges in Central Oklahoma. The […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma announces changes to board, trustees

During its annual meeting last month, the United Way of Central Oklahoma elected new officers of the board and introduced the newest members who will serve on the organization’s board […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Names 2019 Campaign Co-Chairs

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma has named Bill and Sherri Lance as co-chairs for the 2019 fundraising campaign. This husband-wife team will lead all campaign efforts for […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Earns Coveted 4-Star Rating From Charity Navigator

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma gets matching funds for #GivingTuesday

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma will kick off the giving season by celebrating #GivingTuesday, on November 27, with matching funds from local and national organizations. This year […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces 2018 Loaned Executives

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma is honored to announce its 2018 class of Loaned Executives. Each year, community-minded employers lend key personnel to United Way to work […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces $17 Million Fundraising Goal During Campaign Kickoff

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma kicked off its 2018 annual campaign this morning and announced its fundraising goal of $17 million! Dollars raised will be invested into […]

OGE Energy Corp. to “energize” United Way of Central Oklahoma’s annual campaign

OKLAHOMA CITY – OGE Energy Corp. will join forces with United Way of Central Oklahoma during its annual fall campaign to double new, first-time company contributions in recognition of the […]

“Share the Love” With Your Donation to the United Way of Central Oklahoma 2018

OKLAHOMA CITY – Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores has announced it will team up with United Way of Central Oklahoma and match any new and increased gifts from existing […]

The Clark Family

Agency site visits are by far, hands down, 100% – and every other cliché you can think of – my FAVORITE part of the Community Investment Process for the United Way of Central Oklahoma (UWCO). This is where you get to see the agencies in action. You get to experience “their world” for a couple hours to fully understand how that agency impacts our community. Unless for circumstances beyond my control, I don’t EVER miss site visit days. (Because they

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces 2018 Campaign Cabinet

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma is pleased to announce Campaign Cabinet volunteers who will lead the annual fundraising campaign. The cabinet is comprised of community leaders who […]

Investing in Affordable Housing Could Spark Economic Growth in Central Oklahoma According to New Research from United Way of Central Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – The newest edition of United Way of Central Oklahoma’s research publication, Vital Signs, explores the economic benefits of, as well as the need for, more affordable housing […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Kicks off Pacesetter Campaign

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma kicked off the United Way Pacesetter Campaign with its annual Pacesetter Games on Thursday, June 21 on the lawn of American Fidelity. […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Changes to Board, Trustees

During its annual meeting last month, the United Way of Central Oklahoma elected new officers of the board and introduced the newest members who will serve on the organization’s board […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Raises More Than $16.6 Million in 2017 Campaign

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma celebrated the close of its 2017 fundraising campaign Friday night with its 16th annual Snowflake Gala at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Names 2018 Volunteer Award Recipients

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma will honor three outstanding community leaders who model exceptional integrity, dedication, generosity and passion with the organization’s three most prestigious volunteer awards […]