Why United Way?

Nothing is more powerful than a community working together to ensure friends, family and neighbors will be taken care of in times of need.  Your generosity provides a local safety net that protects the services we depend on so they will always be there for you and those you love. Right here at home, right now, United Way's local safety net is helping make sure that:

Our Children

• Having nurturing daycare

• Enter school ready to learn

• Have recreation opportunities that are fun, rewarding and build self-reliance

Our Elderly, Ill and Disabled

• Maintain their independence

• Receive quality medical care, even if they are unable to afford health insurance

• Have a better quality of life by listening to books, receiving hot meals, and available centers for work and learning

All People

• Secure their basic needs

• Have legal representation in civil matters

• Have the literacy skills needed to get and keep meaningful jobs

When you join forces with others your contribution has more impact.  Through your investment in United Way's local safety net, you help more than just one person or one charity.  Combined with donations from throughout the community, your gift is magnified and multiplied.  It is used to support programs that effectively address real needs, and it is monitored for results.  United Way is the collective power of people who are helping right here at home.