Launching a New Season of Impact: United is the Way™
The 2025-26 Community Campaign is officially underway! This year’s theme, United is the Way™, celebrates the power of our community coming together to create lasting change across mid-Michigan.
Here at United Way of Greater Central Michigan, we’re committed to tackling the toughest challenges—working alongside our neighbors to build healthier communities, empower youth, strengthen financial security, and foster resiliency across our four-county region. Every dollar raised stays local, fueling opportunities and progress where it’s needed most.
Every day, our neighbors face barriers that can feel overwhelming:
A middle-schooler struggles to focus in class because they missed a nutritious breakfast.
A child with big dreams is held back by low reading scores and limited support.
A local farmer works to rebuild after an unexpected crisis, unsure where to turn for help.
A working parent wonders how to make this week’s paycheck cover groceries, prescriptions, or rent.
But they’re not alone. Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, and community partners, we can connect people to the resources they need to reach their full potential.
“When we unite as a community, no challenge is too big to overcome,” says Annie Sanders, President & CEO of United Way of Greater Central Michigan. “Every step we take together—every donation, every volunteer hour, every voice raised—creates a ripple effect of hope and opportunity across our region.”
We invite you to watch our campaign video and consider joining us this season—whether it’s by donating through a workplace campaign, volunteering your time, or supporting our initiatives in other ways. United is the Way we can ensure every act of generosity helps mid-Michigan thrive.
