United Way of Washington County, Maryland

06/19/2026

Today, we honor both our history and our progress. True freedom isn’t just a moment in time; it is built every day through the dedication, love, and hard work that people pour into our local communities.

Thank you to the organizers, mentors, and citizens working tirelessly to uplift us all. Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

06/13/2026

How Doers Get More Done! 🧡🛠️

A massive THANK YOU to the team at The Home Depot DFC 6760 in !

Recently, Home Depot donated 100 “Clean Start” buckets to United Way’s county-wide hygiene closet program. Now in its second year, this program delivers high-quality cleaning supplies directly to local families to help ease the expense burden at the register.

Thanks to our United Way mission partner schools, these buckets were delivered to families in need across the Hancock, Cascade, Greenbrier, Clear Spring, and Hickory Elementary School Districts. 🎒✨

We can’t thank the team enough for their incredible enthusiasm for this project every year. When times are tough, basic essentials are often the first things families have to go without—and cleaning supplies are usually at the top of that list.

Thank you for investing in your local community. Live here, give here. 🤝

📸 Pictured with Home Depot teammates are President and CEO Heather Guessford, United Way Board Treasurer Emily Beecher, and Hickory Elementary School staff member Julie Matheny.

06/13/2026

You're Invited!

Join of Washington County, MD, for an evening of celebration, connection, and community impact at our 2026 LIVE UNITED Awards Annual Meeting & Celebration - Presented by Dot Foods.

On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, we invite community partners, volunteers, donors, advocates, and friends to gather as we reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and look ahead to the future of our shared work.

Together, we will celebrate the programs, partnerships, and people who are creating lasting change across Washington County. Throughout the evening, guests will hear inspiring stories of impact, recognize outstanding community volunteers, honor our agency partners and annual grant recipients, and celebrate the recipients of our Youth United scholarships.

This special evening is an opportunity to recognize the collective power of our community — the volunteers who gave their time, the donors who invested in hope, the partners who stood beside us, and the individuals and families whose lives were strengthened through the work we do together.

💙 Sponsorships, including tables of eight, are still available.

💛 Individual tickets are $75.00.

❤️ Secure your seat or learn more by visiting:
www.unitedwaywashcounty.org/annual-meeting

06/12/2026

Dog Dayz of Summer are HERE! 🐶🌞

At United Way, we are fortunate to have individuals in our community who go above and beyond to support our programs. Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to Ms. Mary Ann Keyser, whose generosity has made a significant impact on our mission.

An avid pet lover, Mary Ann also ensures that our four-legged friends are never forgotten. 🐾 Recently, Mary Ann's contributions included vibrant, cooling bandana collars for dogs to help keep them comfortable as the mercury quickly rises! 🌡

Mary Ann is not just a partner; she offers continued support for our downtown walk-up/drive-thru hygiene window. Her readiness to step up whenever items are needed has been invaluable.

Thank you, Mary Ann, for your continued support!

📸 Pictured is model Timber, accompanied by his human. Keep it cool, Timber! 🫶

06/11/2026

🚨 Urgent Needs Grant Award 🆘

Congratulations, Family Healthcare of Hagerstown — $2,000 Award

When a generator malfunction sidelined Family Healthcare of Hagerstown's Healthy Smiles in Motion mobile dental unit, access to essential dental care for local students was jeopardized. The mobile clinic serves schools throughout Washington County, bringing preventive and restorative dental services directly to children who may otherwise face barriers to care. Through a $2,000 Live United Urgent Needs Grant, United Way of Washington County helped offset the cost of critical repairs needed to return the unit to service. This support will help ensure that students continue receiving timely dental care, promoting better health, improved school attendance, and brighter futures.

📸 Pictured left to right are: Kelli Tencer, Director of Community Impact & Investments, United Way; Nicole Houser, Family Healthcare of Hagerstown, CEO; and Victoria Hicks, Family Healthcare of Hagerstown, Dental Supervisor.

05/15/2026

💙💛❤️

Thank you to United Way of Washington County, Maryland for investing in our mission through a Live United Urgent Needs Grant. United Way’s support allows us to continue faithfully serving our community. We are grateful for their commitment to creating a lasting impact for individuals and families in need!

05/13/2026

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