Impact Story
What Is A Community School?
Community Schools are places of learning. But they’re also hubs of support and opportunity that serve students, families, and the wider neighborhood alike.
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
Greater Valdosta United Way Leads Mental Health Recovery After Hurricane Helene
After Hurricane Helene, Greater Valdosta United way is leading efforts to restore mental health services and support resilience in the community.
Press Release
One Young World and United Way Worldwide partner to equip young leaders driving global community impact
United Way and One Young World join forces to empower young leaders and drive global change through collaboration and shared purpose.
Impact Story
United Way Helps Delaware Students Turn the Page
United Way is helping Delaware students improve reading skills and confidence through programs that open doors to brighter futures.
Impact Story
Labor Partners United: Giving Labor a Voice in Lincoln, Nebraska
In Lincoln, Nebraska, Labor Partners United and United Way are working together to amplify labor's voice and strengthen community through collaboration.
Impact Story
Next-Generation Leader Profile: Max Jansen
Max Jansen is driving change as a Next Generation Leader, focusing on education and equity to create opportunities and stronger communities.
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.