United Way of Knox County Ohio
Charitable & Nonprofit
305 E High Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
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Knox County opens bids for Danville Amity Road project
Jul 13, 2026
The Knox County Board of Commissioners opened two bids for Phase III of the Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements project during a July 9 meeting.
Danville, Berlin Township projects highlights of Knox County's CDBG
Jun 15, 2026
The Knox County Board of Commissioners reviewed updates on two Community Development Block Grant projects during its June 9 meeting.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Storybook Trail celebrates early literacy in Knox County
Jun 5, 2026
United Way of Knox County and the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County partnered to celebrate early literacy, family engagement, and a love of reading through a Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Storybook Trail...
Mount Vernon hiring experts to clean up coal waste, asbestos
Apr 19, 2026
Mount Vernon City Council has approved hiring a qualified firm for brownfield remediation at two major projects following concerns over coal waste and asbestos contamination.
United Way of Knox County offers free tax filing options for eligible residents
Feb 22, 2026
United Way of Knox County is providing free tax filing options through MyFreeTaxes.com for eligible residents this season.
United Way of Knox County Highlights New Year Volunteer Opportunities
Jan 7, 2026
The United Way of Knox County Ohio has announced various volunteer opportunities for the new year.
Pink Party: Friendsgiving event set to support young women in Knox County
Nov 13, 2025
Women in the community are invited to attend the Pink Party: Friendsgiving event on Thursday, November 20, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Coterie Club, located above Old Mr. Bailiwick’s. This gathering aims to foster connection and inspiration...
United Way of Knox County launches fundraising campaign aiming for $1.1 million
Sep 20, 2025
United Way of Knox County Ohio has launched its 2025 Fundraising Campaign, urging local residents, businesses, and organizations to support essential community programs.
Volunteers needed for Centerburg Memorial Park Playground installation
Sep 20, 2025
The Centerburg Memorial Park Playground is set to be installed, and volunteers are needed starting September 21.
Centerburg Memorial Park Playground seeks volunteers for installation
Sep 18, 2025
The Centerburg Memorial Park Playground installation is underway, and volunteers are needed starting September 21.
United Way of Knox County's Day of Caring unites over 100 volunteers for community projects
Sep 16, 2025
United Way of Knox County recently held its annual Day of Caring 2025, engaging over 100 volunteers in 11 community projects throughout Mount Vernon.
Vine & Lawn Community Garden opens in Mount Vernon with support from local leaders
Sep 10, 2025
The Vine & Lawn Community Garden has officially opened in Mount Vernon, Ohio, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
United Way invites community participation in Day of Caring 2025
Aug 29, 2025
United Way of Knox County Ohio is calling on community members to participate in the Day of Caring 2025.
United Way hosts community-wide volunteer event on September 12
Aug 22, 2025
United Way of Knox County Ohio is organizing the United Day of Caring on September 12.
United Way of Knox County names next executive director
May 20, 2024
Katie Ellis has been named executive director of the United Way of Knox County, effective May 20. Ellis replaces Lori Jones-Perkins, the current executive director, who announced her resignation in April.
United Way 2023 program investment applications available
Oct 20, 2022
United Way of Knox County is accepting online applications from 501(c)(3) agencies for investments in programming that address community needs, focusing on education, financial stability, and health.
Halle Krajenski, new program director of United Way of Knox County
Apr 25, 2022
Halle (Gilligan) Krajenski, The United Way of Knox County's new Program Director, is a Knox County native.
United Way offers assistance in claiming federal Earned Income Tax Credit
Jan 25, 2022
Free tax preparation assistance is available at United Way of Knox County through the financial stability initiative and partnership with the IRS.
United Way 2021 program investment applications available
Sep 23, 2021
United Way of Knox County is accepting online applications from 501(c) (3) agencies for investments in programming that address community needs focusing on education, financial stability and health.