United Way of Pinal County

10/31/2026

We were excited to be part of the Pacana Park Pumpkin Walk on Wednesday night in Maricopa, and it was amazing to see so many families attending!

We were especially happy to share hundreds of books with the children and families, helping spark a love of reading and making literacy a little more accessible for our youngest readers.

A big thank-you to the City of Maricopa, Arizona - Government, everyone who helped organize this wonderful event, and all the families who stopped by to see us. We are grateful to be part of such a welcoming and engaged community!

Together, we're making a difference, one book at a time! 📖

Kids Need To Read

10/21/2026

📚 Little Libraries, BIG Opportunities! ❤️

Yesterday, United Way of Pinal County and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona installed three Little Free Libraries across Pinal County! Thanks to the generous support and partnership of AZ Blue, these libraries are now available at:

📍 CAHRA in Eloy
📍 Casa Grande Alliance in Casa Grande
📍 City of Maricopa Copper Sky Recreation Complex in Maricopa

Each library includes books for community members to enjoy, including bilingual books co-authored by our very own Sonia Soto! 📖 We Are Puppeteers

We encourage everyone to stop by, discover a new story, and share the joy of reading with their families. Every book opens a door to learning, imagination, and new possibilities!

A heartfelt thank you to AZ Blue, Southwest Human Development and all our community partners who helped make this possible. Together, we're building stronger communities, one book at a time! 💙

10/21/2026

Apache Junction Project Connect has been canceled today due to weather. Thank you for your understanding.

10/19/2026

Thank You, Florence!

United Way of Pinal County was grateful to be part of Florence Makes a Difference Day on Saturday, October 17! It was wonderful to see hundreds of community members come together to access resources, connect with local organizations, and enjoy a day of support and giving back.

From free books, haircuts, and professional headshots to clothing, food, community resources, and so much more, this event was a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together for our community. 💙

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Town of Florence (Government), Town of Florence Parks & Recreation, Florence Copper, NextEra Energy Resources, Republic Services, Super Star Car Wash and all of the participating organizations, volunteers, and everyone who helped make this event possible. Your time, generosity, and dedication made a meaningful difference!

Together, we’re building a stronger community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 🤝

10/04/2026

GET READY TO MEET THE GORILLA AT FLORENCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE DAY! 🦍✨

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17th, 2026! We’ve got a massive day planned for our community, including a special appearance by The Gorilla from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM! Come say hello, high-five the mascot, and snap a photo! 📸

Here is what else is happening:
• 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Kick off the morning by giving back with community service projects at sites all across Florence.
• 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Head into the Resource Fair to connect with essential local services, programs, and opportunities.

A HUGE thank you to our incredible sponsor, , and our dedicated partner, , for empowering our community! 🙌🧡

Want to get involved or learn more? Visit florenceaz.gov/specialevents

10/02/2026

📣 FREE COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR! 📣

Join us Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM–1 PM at the Viney Jones Library & Florence Community Center for a great morning of resources, giveaways, and support for the community!

✂️ Free haircuts
📸 Free headshots
🥕 Produce bags & clothing
🎁 Giveaways
🤝 Connect with local organizations and services

Participating organizations include NextEra Energy Resources, Sun Life Health, Syisha Hayes Master Barber, Central Arizona Aging, HOHP Veterans Services, Arizona@Work Pinal County, Casa Grande Alliance, Arizona Complete Health, Pinal County Public Health Services District, Hope Women’s Center, Florence Unified School District, Florence Library, The Smile Zone, Banner Health, Pinal County Voter Outreach, Child & Family Resources, Town of Florence Parks & Recreation, Republic Services, Casa de Baca Studios, Florence Copper, Super Star Car Wash and more!

📅 Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Viney Jones Library & Florence Community Center
👉 See you there — there’s something for everyone!

Want the ICONIC “I ❤️ FLORENCE” shirt?!

Here’s your chance! Join us for Florence Makes a Difference Day on October 17th and volunteer your time to help make our community shine! ✨

As a BIG thank-you for volunteering, you’ll receive a FREE “I ❤️ Florence” shirt!

Volunteer. Make a difference. Rock the shirt. ❤️

👉 Register to Volunteer: https://bit.ly/4pRbExG

09/25/2026

Right here in Pinal County, over 3,000 children receive a free book every month through our Reading by 3rd Grade Initiative, in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
Behind every book is a community of people who believe in the power of giving—our donors, volunteers, local partners and supporters who help make this program possible.

Today, on Give Like Dolly Day, you can help us reach even more children and families in Pinal County.

Every gift helps us continue building a community where children can grow up surrounded by the joy of books and reading.

Help us make an even bigger impact for the children of Pinal County: t.ly/7Ezl4

09/23/2026

📖 ONE BOOK CAN CHANGE A CHILD’S WORLD. 💛

On September 25, Give Like Dolly Day, you can help put a new, high-quality book into the hands of a child right here in Pinal County.

Through United Way of Pinal County’s Reading by 3rd Grade Initiative, in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, children from birth to age 5 receive a free book every month—delivered right to their home. 📖🏠
But we need your help to keep those books coming. Your donation can help a child discover the joy of reading, build early literacy skills, and dream a little bigger.

💛 Give Like Dolly. Give locally. Give a child a book.
👉 Donate and help bring the magic of reading to a Pinal County child: t.ly/7Ezl4

Give Like Dolly Day is coming September 25!

Dolly Parton believed in giving back and helping children dream bigger—and this year, we’re celebrating that spirit through Give Like Dolly Day.

On September 25, we’re inviting communities all over the world to join us in giving back to children by supporting your local Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program. Your support helps make it possible for the children in your community to receive a free, high-quality book every month from birth to age 5.

Learn more and find the Imagination Library program serving your community: imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability

09/21/2026

📚3,000+ Pinal County children. One book every month. A lifetime of possibilities.

A huge thank you to Pinal Central and Casa Grande Dispatch for sharing the story of our Reading by 3rd Grade Initiative, in partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. ❤️

Demand for this program is HIGH, and we need additional funding to reach more children currently waiting for a spot.

Together, we can put more books in the hands of Pinal County’s youngest readers. 📖💙
t.ly/6917m

09/15/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, contributions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

At United Way of Pinal County, we are proud to honor the people and communities whose heritage is an important part of our shared history and continues to strengthen Pinal County today.

This month, we celebrate, learn, and recognize the many contributions that make our community stronger. ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!