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PHILANTHROPY

GIVING BACK
TO MOVE FORWARD
PHILANTHROPY DRIVES
EQUITY

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in powering economic justice by addressing systemic inequalities and providing support to marginalized communities. By prioritizing economic justice and supporting initiatives that create equal opportunities and address structural inequalities, philanthropy contributes to a more inclusive and equitable society, ultimately leading to sustainable economic growth and prosperity for all.

Philanthropy in Action

At United Way, we believe that there are many facets to philanthropy, including financial contributions, corporate and community partnerships, thought leadership, individual volunteering and advocacy. Each is critically important to ensuring economic prosperity.

Every Donation Counts

The Legacy of United Way was built by individuals, digging deep to support families in the communities where they live and work. Their generosity has built the foundation on which 85 years of impact rests.
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Partners Committed to Change

Through the generous contributions and thought leadership of foundations and corporations, philanthropic efforts can finance initiatives that promote access to economic opportunities, early education, career pathways for youth and safe and affordable housing.
Impact Partners

Volunteer and Lead

Sometimes the most important contribution one can make is their time. Volunteers are our feet on the street – creating exponential impact in the community in real and tangible ways. From distributing essential needs for families to joining nonprofit boards, volunteers give their time and extend our reach deep into our focus communities.
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Advancing Social Change

Philanthropy catalyzes social change by funding research, advocacy, & policy initiatives that challenge discriminatory practices & promote equitable economic policies. By channeling resources philanthropy serves as a powerful force in leveling the economic playing field and creating a fairer & more just society for all.
Advocate for Change

Every Donation Counts

The Legacy of United Way was built by individuals, digging deep to support families in the communities where they live and work. Their generosity has built the foundation on which 85 years of impact rests.
Donate Now

Partners Committed to Change

Through the generous contributions and thought leadership of foundations and corporations, philanthropic efforts can finance initiatives that promote access to economic opportunities, early education, career pathways for youth and safe and affordable housing.
Impact Partners

Community Impact Funds

We believe economic justice fuels opportunity. Our work focuses on creating systemic change in five key areas that are essential to unlocking avenues of prosperity and uplifting everyone across all races and ethnicities. Our Community Impact Funds were created to allow donors to direct their donations to an area of their choice.

INVEST IN UNITED WAY

United Way Opportunity Fund

Wealth Building Fund

Early Education and Out-of-School Time Fund

Pathways for Young Adults Fund

Housing Stability Fund

Crisis Response Fund

"We are grateful to the United Way and the National Grid Foundation for their ongoing, generous support of our fuel assistance program. Now more than ever, we need additional assistance as the skyrocketing cost of home heating fuel outpaces the ability of low-income families to pay to keep warm this winter. These additional funds will help us heat more homes, including many who earn too much to qualify for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) but not enough to pay the heating bill."

EVELYN FRIEDMAN, CEO OF GREATER LAWERENCE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL

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