United Way of Marion County

19/08/2026

65 years ago, we started a movement to help others. Since then, we have gone to work every day on behalf of our neighbors to make Marion County better.

We are a movement, not a middleman.
This is YOUR United Way of Marion County!

13/08/2026

FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL 🍎

Last week, UWMC Staff toured Marion County's Community Partnership School powered by United Way of Marion County.

Learn more at uwmc.org/community-partnership-school

06/08/2026

Strong Families Class 21's first session!

Special shoutout to Rashad Jones BBQ for speaking to our families.

Stay engaged with Strong Families on uwmc.org/StrongFamilies

28/07/2026

Join ReadingPals for the annual learning and impact gathering on July 30.

Learn more about United Way of Marion County's ReadingPals program at https://www.uwmc.org/ReadingPals

This Thursday! ⏰ Join us virtually for the ReadingPals 2026: Annual Learning & Impact Gathering!

We’re bringing together volunteers, educators, and advocates across Florida for an inspiring event featuring a keynote from Kent Johnson, CEO of Highlights for Children.

It’s not too late to join the conversation and celebrate the power of mentorship!

Register now ➡️bit.ly/ReadingPals-event

United Way of North Central Florida, United Way of Northwest Florida, United Way Broward, Citrus County Education Foundation, United Way of Suwannee Valley, ReadyKids FL, Flagler Volunteer Services, Inc., Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties, United Way of the Big Bend, Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, United Way of Marion County, Uplift Literacy, United Way of Central Florida

23/07/2026

Board Member Spotlight!

Congratulations to Rashad Jones BBQ!

You are making Marion County proud!

10/07/2026

Get to know our new president and CEO, Natalie McComb!

Read more about her in the Ocala StarBanner https://www.ocala.com/story/news/nonprofits/2026/07/10/united-way-of-marion-county-has-new-leader-natalie-mccomb-ocala-florida/90858628007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z11xx99p004550c004550e002000v11xx99d--60--b--60--&gca-ft=199&gca-ds=sophi

The Star-Banner asked the new leader of United Way of Marion County some questions. Here's what we learned:

02/07/2026

NEW LEADERSHIP!

United Way of Marion County is hiring Natalie McComb as interim president and CEO.

Read more at https://www.ocalagazette.com/united-way-of-marion-county-announces-new-leadership/ or uwmc.org

By Jennifer Hunt The United Way of Marion County (UWMC) is turning a new page in its leadership. Following the retirement of President and CEO Robert Haight, the organization has announced that Natalie McComb will take the helm as its new interim president and CEO. UWMC Board Chair Alan Keesee annou...

01/07/2026

WE’RE IN THE NEWS FOR MORE COMMUNITY IMPACT!

Check out our new strategic framework which features a renewed focus on youth opportunity, financial security, healthy community and community resiliency.

See us in the Ocala Gazette or read more at uwmc.org.

Stay tuned to learn more about new programs, investments and impact!

By Jennifer Hunt The United Way of Marion County (UWMC) is undergoing a major transition this summer. Along with launching a new strategic framework that shifts its funding model toward four targeted community impact pillars, the organization has announced Natalie McComb as its new interim president...

29/06/2026

We had a great time at United Way of Florida’s Mini-Conference!

We learned a lot and are excited for all the work United Way does across our network.

Special thanks to our host Feeding Tampa Bay.

Stay tuned for big things coming!

24/06/2026

United Way of Marion County's Women United is looking for new members!

Who we are: We are a collective of women philanthropists dedicated to creating a positive impact in Marion County.

Membership Requirements:
• Women 18+
• $100 minimum membership donation per year

Encouragements:
• Attend 3 meetings/Women United events per year
• Volunteer 6+ hours at UWMC programs

Questions? Visit our website - https://www.uwmc.org/women-united