News from the Office

The Shelby County United Way Annual Campaign is underway, and this year's inspiring theme—"Stronger Starts Here"—reflects the power of neighbors helping neighbors. Every gift, no matter the size, strengthens our community by supporting programs and services that...

The Shelby County United Way (SCUW) has officially launched its 2026 annual campaign with the theme, “Stronger Starts Here.” Thanks to the generosity of our community, SCUW was able to positively impact the lives of more than 18,000 Shelby County residents last year....

BOTKINS — The Shelby County United Way’s 2026 campaign raised $456,820.56 before the campaign officially began, as announced at the campaign kickoff at the Palazzo on Thursday. Featured speakers included New Choices Executive Director Danielle Schweitzer, who provided...

SIDNEY — Shelby County United Way President and CEO Karla Young recently announced the volunteer leadership team for the 69th annual fall campaign. Chad Hollinger will serve as the 2026 campaign chair. Hollinger, the Sidney fire chief, is a former United Way board...

SIDNEY — Seventeen years after Pat Simon started Random Acts of Christian Kindness, she received the APEX Champion Award from the Shelby County United Way on Tuesday at Murphy’s Craft Bar + Kitchen. Simon was nearly speechless as she was led into Murphy’s event room...

The Shelby County United Way Women’s Initiative Group, P.O.W.E.R. (Passionate.Optimisic.Women.Encouraging.Results), is pleased to announce the opening of its 2026 grant application cycle. Now in its ninth year, the grant program continues its commitment to supporting...

Shelby County United Way has opened nominations for its APEX Award. SCUW will acknowledge two individuals with the Volunteer of the Year APEX Award and the Champion of the Year APEX Award. These awards were created to honor the incredible work done in Shelby County by...

Karla Young, president and CEO of the Shelby County United Way, shares, “In 2025, the Shelby County United Way continues to serve as a trusted community leader and philanthropic partner. Together with our partner agencies, United is the Way we address critical needs...

Today, February 11 (2/11), Shelby County United Way joins communities across the country in celebrating National 211 Day, recognizing 211 as a trusted, 24/7 human services lifeline for people right here in Shelby County.  The 211 service in Shelby County is...