Willie Stewart became a pioneer in 1970 when he was named to lead Lincoln High School, the Tacoma School District’s first African American principal. United Way of Pierce County is proud to commemorate Willie Stewart’s contributions to Pierce County.
The Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship recognizes high school seniors in Pierce County who have given back to their community, locally and globally, through volunteer service.
Email volunteer@uwpc.org for more info!
Location: Murano Hotel 1320 Broadway
Keynote Speaker: Matthew Desmond
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM, United Way of Pierce County is bringing together community members, volunteers, donors, and partners for Sip, Serve & Celebrate, an interactive event at the Washington State Fairgrounds that combines service, storytelling, and summer celebration.
October 2, 2024 – Pierce County, Wash. — United Way of Pierce County proudly announces the promotion of Shawn Paton to Vice President of Community Impact. In this vital role, Shawn will spearhead efforts to unite the community in breaking the cycle of poverty through collaboration with key partners such as the Center for Strong Families, South Sound 211, Growing Resilience in Tacoma (GRIT), and a wide reaching network of public and private organizations.