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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Premier Corporate Partners, Local Philanthropists and Students are United for the Future to Bring Philanthropy and Social Activism Together
Who: United Way of Pierce County and Peter Buffett,…

Tuesday, July 2, 2019
United Way of Pierce County’s Gifts in Kind program, is partnering with Men’s Wearhouse to launch its 12th annual Suit Drive, a month-long initiative that collects gently-used professional clothing…

Monday, June 17, 2019
Check out the latest CityLine featuring Dona Ponepinto, President & CEO, United Way of Pierce County as she shares the Pitch to Ditch Poverty Challenge.
United Way is looking for innovative ideas…

Wednesday, May 8, 2019
South Sound 2-1-1, operated by United Way of Pierce County, is a free, easy-to-remember number, available in Pierce, Lewis and Thurston Counties that helps people cut through what can be a confusing…

Monday, March 18, 2019
Two nonprofits will use $380,000 in grants to help veterans and other displaced workers prepare for skilled positions in manufacturing, technology
TACOMA - The Citi Foundation and the Local…

Friday, January 18, 2019
Get Help When You Need it Most
If you or a loved one has been impacted by the U.S. Government shutdown, 2-1-1 may be able to help. United Way Worldwide has provided a landing page with a list of…

Thursday, November 8, 2018
Keynote Speaker Dr. Michael McAfee Urges Leaders to Take Action Toward Policy Change
United Way of Pierce County, in partnership with The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation held its second annual…

Wednesday, October 24, 2018
“Earn it, Keep it, Grow it.” This is the motto at the Center for Strong Families, a United Way of Pierce County initiative that helps families elevate their economic situation through an innovative…