News & Events
May 2025
HONESTY FOR OHIO EDUCATION LUNCH N’ LEARN
Join United Way of Licking County and Dr. Christina Collins, Executive Director of Honesty for Ohio, for an insightful discussion on how Ohio’s state budget impacts public education. If you care about the future of education in our state, learn how funding decisions shape outcomes, and explore how you can advocate for fair, fully funded […]
June 2025
COMMUNITY PARTNERS COUNCIL – Reproductive Healthcare is Healthcare
This month’s topic will be Reproductive Healthcare is Healthcare United Way of Licking County’s Community Partners Council encourages collaboration, communication, and resources that strengthen Licking County and provide opportunities for professional development. Free forums are presented by experts in their field, focusing on interests specific to our community. This event is at the Licking County […]
UNITED IN PRIDE – Families United
Families United is a monthly meeting for family members of transgender, gender non-binary, or queer-identifying individuals to have a safe, non-judgmental space to ask and answer questions about how to support loved ones, find resources, and build community. This event will happen the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Register […]
TIE DYE & PRIDE
Join United in PRIDE for a vibrant evening of creativity and community at Tie Dye & PRIDE! Bring your own t-shirt to create a one-of-a-kind design while enjoying light refreshments and connecting with others in a welcoming space. Registration is required by June 6. Register here
July 2025
COMMUNITY PARTNERS COUNCIL – Clocking In: Workforce Trends in Licking County
This month’s topic will be Clocking In: Workforce Trends in Licking County. United Way of Licking County’s Community Partners Council encourages collaboration, communication, and resources that strengthen Licking County and provide opportunities for professional development. Free forums are presented by experts in their field, focusing on interests specific to our community. This event is at […]
OPEN HOUSE & RIBBON CUTTING
Join United Way of Licking County as we celebrate a new chapter at our new location. The ribbon cutting will take place at 3:30 P.M. Stop by anytime between 3:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.
August 2025
COMMUNITY PARTNERS COUNCIL – The Childcare Crisis in Licking County
This month’s topic will be The Childcare Crisis in Licking County United Way of Licking County’s Community Partners Council encourages collaboration, communication, and resources that strengthen Licking County and provide opportunities for professional development. Free forums are presented by experts in their field, focusing on interests specific to our community. This event is at the […]
September 2025
COMMUNITY PARTNERS COUNCIL – Voting in Licking County: Why Levies are Important
This month’s topic will be on Voting in Licking County: Why Levies are Important United Way of Licking County’s Community Partners Council encourages collaboration, communication, and resources that strengthen Licking County and provide opportunities for professional development. Free forums are presented by experts in their field, focusing on interests specific to our community. This event […]
October 2025
COMMUNITY PARTNERS COUNCIL – The State of Education in Licking County
This month’s topic will be on The State of Education in Licking County. United Way of Licking County’s Community Partners Council encourages collaboration, communication, and resources that strengthen Licking County and provide opportunities for professional development. Free forums are presented by experts in their field, focusing on interests specific to our community. This event is […]
PUMPKINS & PRIDE
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with pumpkin painting, pizza, and refreshments for the whole family. Each child will receive a free Room on the Broom book to take home. Space is limited to the first 50 attendees, so don’t wait, register by October 3 to secure your spot! Register here
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UNITED WAY NEWS
Women United honors contributions of Kraft, Light at annual Women of Achievement dinner
Women United, which supports the work of United Way of Licking County, honored Lorei Kraft and Madelyn Light at the […]
Newark City Council to create ‘Home Court’ to address homelessness
There is no date yet for when the Home Court program will start.
Newark Council unveils plans for HOME Court diversion program in wake of public camping ordinance
Participation in HOME Court will help those arrested connect with services and potentially expunge their records.
Hold on federal funds hits Licking County agencies serving the most vulnerable
Tens of thousands of dollars that the United Way of Licking County distributes for emergency food and shelter programs are […]
Heath follows Newark’s lead in considering ordinance to make it illegal for unhoused people to ‘camp’ on public property
Mayor says he supports the ordinance after learning of plans to create a ‘home’ court and programs to help those […]
Licking County church used as emergency warming shelter
The church opened as a warming shelter due to the single-digits temperatures
