MISSION
We are changing the game by connecting people, resources & ideas to promote individual self sufficiency by investing in education, income and health.
VISION
We LIVE UNITED, inspiring people to make a lasting difference in the lives of all.
FOCUS
United Way is working to advance the common good by focusing on EDUCATION, INCOME and HEALTH. These are the building blocks for a good life – a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement and good health.
Our goal is to create long lasting changes that prevent problems from happening in the first place. We invite you to be part of the change. Together we can inspire hope and create opportunities for a better tomorrow.
PRIORITY AREAS
EDUCATION - Help children and youth achieve their potential though education...by supporting the learning, development and sense of belonging of children and youth so that they become responsible adults.
Outcomes:
- Increase children and youth's access to positive developmental opportunities.
- Increase the percentage of children entering kindergarten to be ready for school
- Increase availability of after school programs
INCOME - Promote financial stability and independence...to insure basic human needs of food, housing, clothing and safety are met.
Outcomes:
- Increased access to quality support systems for families and caregivers
- Increased access to services that promote and teach self sufficiency, independent living, financial management and literacy
- Insure basic human service needs are met
HEALTH - Improve people's health...through higher levels of positive health.
Outcomes:
- Improve access of the uninsured and underinsured to physical, mental and dental health services
- Increase children's early intervention in physical, mental and dental services
- Reduce substance abuse, child abuse and domestic violence
- Increase health education and preventative care