News and Events

Find impact stories, press releases, recent news and upcoming events below.

Media Inquiries: Senior Director of Communications and Media Relations Jerome Espy: 248-417-9567 Jerome.Espy@UnitedWaySEM.org Press and Media Toolkit

“Young storytellers bring art to life”

Ryan Johnson, Principal at Estabrook Elementary

“Getting Real with Skilled Trades”

John Griffin, Underground Lineman

“At Least Two Hours A Week”

Omar H., volunteer and student from Detroit Country Day Middle School

$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

Honoring the past, stepping boldly toward the future

United Way for Southeastern Michigan Honors 2025 Partner of the Year Award Recipients At Campaign Kickoff

Jun 01 – 30

Community Baby Shower

Virtual

Jun 13

Sneaker Ball

Carpenters & Millwrights Training Center, 11687 American Street, Detroit, MI 48204 6:00 pm – 10:00 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