Your donation to the Columbus Area United Way supports the work of our Partner Agencies, Direct Programs, and Community Partnerships.
Ninety-eight cents of every dollar you give stays in our community, making it the best way to help the most people in our area at one time. Donations to United Way help thousands of people who live and work in our local community.
With your help, we will be able to help even more people by improving opportunities for a good life: a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health.
You can also give through payroll deduction - check with the HR department or call our office at (402) 564-5661 with any questions.
When you donate to Columbus Area United Way:
Education
- 220 youth assisted to help overcome a barrier impacting school performance
- 96% students reported meaningful relationships with adults and/or peers
- 99% of children reported improved social/emotional skills
- 237 students report improved behavior/ discipline
Financial Stability
- 1,487 individuals and/or households provided basic needs of food and/or shelter
- 94% of participants identify additional client community resources
- 155 individuals completed an adult education class
- 20 individuals served earned job-relevant licenses, certificates, and/or credentials
Health
- 608 youth attended suicide prevention presentations and/or support groups
- 907 youth educated about healthy relationships
- 90% of youth served avoid or reduce risky behaviors
- 575 youth reported strong connections to family, friends and/or community support
The Impact of Being Involved:
Donor/Volunteer
Donating your time or money
Agency
Allows agencies and programs to provide services
Impact
Hundreds of people helped