Be a friend to a family in need.

1. Give - Support a local family.

Your contribution creates real lasting in the lives of families right here in our community.

• Support all United Way's initiatives and impact areas that help local families
• Reduce child abuse and neglect
• Reduce the number of families that are hungry and homeless
• Support effective after-school and summer programs to reduce risky behavior in children grades four through eight
• Help a child acquire health insurance
• Bring 2-1-1 to our community and help local families find the help they need

2. Advocate - Lend your voice to key family issues.  

Stay informed and share information with key business and community leaders who can influence public policy.

• Get informed
• Send a message to an elected official
• Share your story

3. Volunteer - Volunteer your time or expertise to help local families.

We can connect you with great opportunities to make a difference in the lives of local families.

• Find local volunteer opportunities
• Volunteer for United Way Day of Caring
• Join a United Way volunteer committee focused on helping families

 How United Way is helping local families

1. Strengthening Families by reducing child abuse and neglect
2. Supporting Youth Development by reducing risky behavior in children
3. Resolving Crises by reducing the number of homeless and hungry people in our community
4. Healthy Kids Initiative - ensuring that all children in our community have health coverage
5. 2-1-1 Initiative - a free, easy-to-remember telephone number that will connect local families in need with health and human services