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BC Clark Jewelers to Match Donations Made to United Way of Central Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – In recognition of its 125th anniversary, BC Clark Jewelers has announced a generous matching gift on brand new donations to the United Way of Central Oklahoma, up to […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma 2017 Loaned Executives Announced

OKLAHOMA CITY – The United Way of Central Oklahoma is pleased to announce its 2017 class of Loaned Executives. Each year, community-minded employers lend key personnel to United Way to […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Kicks off Annual Fundraising Campaign

The United Way of Central Oklahoma kicked off its 2017 campaign with more than 700 attendees enjoying a free pancake breakfast at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark earlier today. Business and […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces 2017 Campaign Cabinet

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma is pleased to announce the Campaign Cabinet volunteers who will lead the 2017 fundraising campaign. The cabinet is comprised of local business […]

Jim Daniel

When I graduated from college and started my full time banking career in 1962, I committed to contributing my fair share to the United Way and have done so every […]

The Symcox 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 Launches Household Survey to Identify Crucial Community Needs

United Way of Central Oklahoma has launched its 2017 Household Survey in collaboration with the Center of Applied Research for Nonprofit Organizations. The purpose of the study is to identify […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma’s Day of Action to Benefit Holiday Stocking Program

United Way of Central Oklahoma is rallying hundreds of volunteers throughout central Oklahoma the week of June 19 as part of its Day of Action community engagement program. Day of […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Earns Ninth Consecutive Charity Navigator 4-Star Rating

For the ninth consecutive year, the United Way of Central Oklahoma has earned a 4-star rating – the highest possible – from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest charity ranking service. […]

Annual Meeting 2019

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2019 Leadership Reception

When you get the call or email from Crystal Stuhr and her team at the United Way of Central Oklahoma (UWCO) asking if you’d consider being a co-chair for a Community Investment (CI) subcommittee, they make it very difficult for you to say no to the opportunity. Crystal is the vice president of strategies and community impact for the UWCO and a total rock star. If you want to know anything – and I mean anything – about a United

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Board Serve Class

Seventeen community volunteers have been selected to participate in the United Way of Central Oklahoma’s 2017 Board Serve Central Oklahoma Program. Now in its fourth year, Board Serve is a […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Changes to Board, Trustees

During its annual meeting Feb. 9, 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 $19.1 Million in 2016 Campaign

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma celebrated the close of its 2016 fundraising campaign Friday night with its 15th annual Snowflake Gala at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Names 2017 Volunteer Award Recipients

01.23.17 Community leaders receive recognition for their volunteering, leadership and commitment to central Oklahoma OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma will honor three outstanding community leaders who model […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Emerging Leaders Celebrate the Holidays with Seniors

A bus full of seniors was escorted in by service members and local young professionals on Dec. 6 to celebrate the holiday season with a senior dance and catered dinner […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Launches Holiday Stocking Program

The United Way of Central Oklahoma is well known for helping central Oklahomans in times of need. This year that assistance will have some holiday spirit, as the organization is […]

Silent Auction: Thunder Basketball Package

Thanks to the generous support of the OKC Thunder, we have a club seat package for some Thunder basketball up for bid! Why not enjoy Thunder basketball while contributing to […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Early Campaign Results

United Way of Central Oklahoma on Thursday hosted a Recognition Reception to thank companies who have completed their workplace giving campaign, announce campaign results to date and present awards to […]

United Way of Central Oklahoma Kicks off Annual Fundraising Campaign

The United Way of Central Oklahoma kicked off its 2016 campaign with more than 500 attendees enjoying a free pancake breakfast at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark earlier today. Business and […]