Basic Needs

Did you know?
One-third of working Americans do not earn enough money to cover their basic needs.

STRONG FAMILIES
United Way’s focus on BASIC NEEDS

When people are hungry, homeless, or facing obstacles, it's hard to succeed. United Way stabilizes families in crisis by supporting basic needs.

Food banks typically provide only emergency support. As the economic downturn has continued, pantries have become a regular source of food for hungry families, children, and seniors.

Living in poverty presents many challenges. Families spending more than half their income on rent or mortgage expenses are at risk of homelessness.

United Way programs provide assistance with food, shelter, utilities, and life's basic needs.

Sometimes, individuals have to change their whole situation. United Way helps those coping with domestic violence, drug addiction, and teen pregnancy become self-sufficient. Our residential services help individuals go from an unsafe environment to a productive one.

United Way Funded Programs