News and Events

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“How Many Families Must Fall Behind Before We Act?”

Dr. Darienne Hudson, CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan

“Full STEAM Ahead”

Bill Albrecht, a ninth-grade science teacher at Mumford High School in Detroit

“Good Music, Great Sneakers, Lasting Impact”

Julianne Phillips

United Way for Southeastern Michigan Announces $4.3 Million in 2026 Community Investments to Support Households in Need

United Way for Southeastern Michigan Named Regional Ambassador for Rx Kids

$5.3 Million Investment by United Way for Southeastern Michigan Supports More Than 200,000 Households

United Way 2026 Women of Influence Summit to Celebrate 10 Years of Impact and Honor Area Changemakers

Aug 01 – 31

Back to school supply drive

Aug 20

Detroit Networking Hour

Lumen, 1903 Grand River Ave., Detroit MI 48226 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm EDT

Oct 01

2026 Emerging Philanthropists Cornhole Tournament

Adams Outdoor Advertising 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT

Nov 04

Power of the Purse 2026

Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building, Ann Arbor 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm EST