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Welcome to United Way’s Media Room.  Here, you will find links to the latest news releases, downloadable logos, our local media partners, and contact information should you need to schedule an interview or gather more information.

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12.01.11

Help determine how United Way dollars are invested. On an annual basis, United Way of Central Oklahoma provides funding to local programs that have proven their effectiveness. Through a process we cal Community Investment, donor volunteers lead the review of funding requests, program outcomes,

10.26.11

United Way of Central Oklahoma's 2010 Annual Report is now available. Hard copies are available upon request. If you'd like to have a hard copy mailed to you, please

10.21.11

One in four Oklahoma households have at least one resident age 65 years or older.

With more and more Oklahomans reaching age 65 and older, it is important to offer resources to help these citizens stay healthy, active and involved. United Way of Central Oklahoma funded programs provide

10.21.11

Join us at S&B Burger Joint, Tuesday, Oct. 25 for lunch or dinner and help Pay it Forward. Proceeds from the day's sales will be donated to United Way of Central Oklahoma and help support programs at 62 Partner Agencies.

07.29.11

Get on the bus and explore the impact your contribution has on our community!

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07.08.11

Representatives from Oklahoma Pizza Hut restaurants presented a check in the amount of $23,990.27 to United Way of Central Oklahoma officials

07.08.11

This issue focuses on community preparedness as it relates to Oklahoma's most prevalent natural disasters such as tornadoes, wildfires, and snow. 

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04.26.11

Vital Signs: Independent Living

Vital Signs: Independent Living focuses on some of the challenges faced by older adults, and the need to assist them in remaining independent for as long as possible.  

For decades, researchers have forecasted the inevitable

03.03.11

Snowflake Gala

Hundreds of guests will join United Way of Central Oklahoma on Friday, January 28, to celebrate volunteerism and generosity at the annual Snowflake Gala. The evening honors thousands of local supporters who pledged financial contributions and donated their time. The

03.03.11

United Way of Central Oklahoma Awards Education Grants

OKLAHOMA CITY – United Way of Central Oklahoma awarded four education grants to local programs focused on improving the reading abilities at the third grade level and increasing the high school graduation rate. The grants are