One of the most important resources we have is our partners. United Way is engaging people from business, government and nonprofits, as well as ordinary citizens. A long-term commitment is essential when tackling the issues that matter most. Working together, we can get results that no one can accomplish alone.
Whether it’s through a
grant to a nonprofit for direct
services, a collaborative effort on a community-wide initiative, or a
corporate sponsorship of United Way’s work, each partnership and
project addresses one of our target areas.
- More children enter school ready to learn and succeed.
- More youth develop life skills and reach their full potential.
- More families have access to the basic needs of food, shelter,
and health care. - Families are strengthened and become self-sufficient.
- People are better able to get community support and get involved.
- Neighborhoods are vital, safe and connected.
Success Stories
Laura was born 17 weeks early. She weighed 1 lb., 10 ozs. Multiple birth complications put her at high risk for learning disabilities and cerebral palsy. Because of a highly compromised immune system, Laura lived her first two years isolated from all but her family and caregiver. At age 2, doctors told her mother, Lupita, that she was developmentally delayed by five months. A friend referred the family to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Child Care. Fortunately, her child care center is one of 75 sites using Success By 6®, a United Way initiative that gives parents and teachers the tools they need to help kids develop and succeed.
Read more about Laura. 