Strategic Goals
  1. Collaborate with the entire community to create a community agenda.
  2. Invest in a focused approach to significantly impact up to three major community outcomes.
  3. Build a United Way of Snohomish County brand that is known, esteemed, relevant and differentiated.
  4. Engage the whole community in community-building efforts.
  5. Provide every person easy access and the opportunity to donate to United Way of Snohomish County.
  6. Maximize revenue for community outcomes.
  7. Lead the way in promoting a diverse and inclusive community.
  8. Create a United Way of Snohomish County youth initiative that models leadership, volunteerism and philanthropy.
  9. Create a volunteer culture throughout Snohomish County.
  10. Create a culture of philanthropy throughout Snohomish County.

Success Stories

success story

It is hard to tell from his spirited personality, but before volunteering at Providence Hospital. Matt Schacklin says he had no friends, no job and nothing to do after school. He was bored and isolated from the world around him. Thanks to Work Opportunities, Matt now has lots of friends, a support system, and the ability to work and get along with others. Work Opportunities is one of many programs funded by United Way that helps people like Matt live more independent, happier lives.

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