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Working Middle Class Struggling in Shifting Economy
Heather Black, vice president of 211 system strategy, says more callers need help covering basic expenses
Global Reach
U.S. and Canada
Countries In This Region
Overview
United Way's roots are deep in this region with the founding of United Way tracing back to Denver, Colorado in 1887. Community collaboration is at the heart of local United Ways across U.S. and Canada. Collectively, more than 1,000 local United Ways serve millions of families in need.
From strengthening local resilience to advancing health, youth opportunity, and financial security, local United Ways bring people and resources together to tackle each communities' toughest challenges to create a future where every person in every community can reach their full potential.
We unite people, ideas and innovation and bring them together to solve humanity's most complex issues.
- Fahim Haque, Centraide of Greater Montreal
U.S. and Canada Impact
Bringing local ideas, people and resources together to make sure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
7.3M
individuals served across Canada each year
900+
local United Ways in communities across the United States
750K+
volunteers across the United States each year
Stories Across U.S. and Canada
Impact Story
How United Way is Helping Student-Parents Stay in School
United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County is providing a pathway to stability and success for parents working toward a better future through scholarships funded by Women United.
Stories of Resilience
Keeping Kids Cool
United Way of Massachusetts Bay is holding workshops for caregivers to help them prepare for extreme heat and other disasters.
Impact Story
With a Little Help: How United Ways Across Hawaii Faced Down Historic Floods
Hawaii United Ways moved quickly to help islanders displaced by catastrophic March 2026 floods, providing short-term housing, food and more.
Press Release
PPL Recognized as United Way Leading Corporate Partner for Long-Standing Commitment and Positive Impact Through Giving
Donations from more than 2,300 PPL employees, retirees and PPL Foundation create positive impact in Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Rhode Island.
Impact Story
Watching Home Collapse: Loss, Resilience and the Way Forward
Jose Chirinos, a United Way Worldwide employee, watched his home country go through devastating earthquakes as his family and friends searched for safety, grieved loss and found hope through community support and United Way's response
18M+
referrals through 211 in 2024
Supported by United Way, 211 is a free, confidential service that connects people to locally available programs and resources across the U.S. and Canada. In 2024, the 211 network responded to over 16 million requests for help resulting in more than 18 million hyperlocal referrals for assistance.
How You Can Help
Take the next step to support thriving communities. Your gift now or in the future, or the gift of your time, are valuable contributions to our shared mission.