Community Impact

1 in 6 community members access programming supported by Columbus Area United Way!

2021 IMPACT

EDUCATION

  • 99% of students in funded programs maintained meaningful relationships with adults
  • 98% of students in funded programs improved or maintained school attendance
  • 96% of parents involved with funded programs maintained or increased reading time with their children

Education

 

Health

 

HEALTH

  • 2,316 have been educated on healthier lifestyle choices
  • 1,103 have participated in physical activity and/or healthy food programs
  • 91% of individuals served have avoided risky behaviors
  • 90% of youth served report the ability to resolve conflict or have improved coping skills

FINANCIAL STABILITY

  • 167 participants reporting improving self-sufficiency
  • 2,063 clients’ basic needs were met
  • 588 individuals completed adult education classes

Financial Stability

 

How are you really doing?

Mental Health Awareness PSA

 

50,792

Columbus Area United Way Social Media Impressions

 

 

 

 

15,758

Individuals reached on Columbus Area United Way Social Media platforms

 

 

 

9,788

Individuals educated on healthier lifestyle choices through How Are You, Really? presentations and mailings