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Help Build a
Stronger, More
Equitable Central
Ohio.

Help Build a <br>Stronger, More  <br>Equitable  Central <br>Ohio.

Success by
Third Grade
Creates Lifetime
Opportunities.

Success by  <br>Third Grade  <br>Creates Lifetime  <br>Opportunities.

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Success by Third Grade: A Communitywide Movement

Our long history of strong partnerships and understanding of our community’s issues has led us to the front of the line to focus our expertise on the needs of our students and their families with Success by Third Grade.

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Our Goal

With the help of our donors, volunteers and community partners, we’re working to put every child in Franklin County on a pathway to success by the time they leave third grade.

student success

Why Third Grade?

Up until third grade, a child is learning to read. After third grade, children are reading to learn, or at least should be. If this transition doesn’t happen at this stage, a child’s future may be severely compromised.

Creating Lasting Change

Years ago, we laid the foundation. Moving forward, we will continue to leverage and build upon the talent, strength and opportunity that is available in central Ohio. We align resources, build strong partnerships and ensure the fair treatment of everyone.

Diversity.

Diversity is who we are. Our board of trustees, staff and volunteers come from many walks of life and reflect the many faces that make up our community. Our greatest strength is that we’re not all the same.

Equity.

Equity is making sure everyone in the community has what they need to reach their full potential. We align resources, build strong partnerships and ensure the fair treatment of everyone.

Inclusion.

Inclusion is essential to what we do and strengthens our community. It is at the heart of what it means to Live United and to advance the common good; to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive system is fundamental to fighting poverty in central Ohio.

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Join Us and Live United

By joining United Way of Central Ohio, you're not just helping the community — you're building a stronger connection to your home. Choosing to Live United is a powerful act.

How to Help

Your Impact

We measure success by lives changed. With your help, we bring relief and hope to thousands of families and students in central Ohio. Every story reflects the impact we create together.

What We Do

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