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According to the 2014 County Health Rankings, Camden County ranked 17th out of 21 counties in New Jersey. United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) is working to change this by transforming the community into a place where children and families thrive. Led by Executive Director Mike Moynihan, United Way and partners are improving educational outcomes, increasing...

In Toledo, OH, the United Way of Greater Toledo had an “ah-ha” moment in 2010 when the County Health Rankings were released and Lucas County, where Toledo is located, ranked 72nd out of 88 Ohio counties. “This was incredibly alarming and created a sense of urgency in our community to mobilize,” said Kate Sommerfeld, former Area Director with United...

In 2013, the United Way of Greater Toledo (UWGT) embarked on a new approach to goal setting. With the creation of Live United 2020 goals, for the first time, the organization will hold itself accountable for community level goals rather than program level goals...

The County Health Rankings shows us that there are a web of factors that influence health including education, housing, the environment, and the availability of nutritious food. Another important factor is income and employment. Efforts to ensure a strong workforce and reduce poverty also contribute to building a healthier community....