Our Mission

United Way of Adams County has been helping since 1947. This is how we make a difference.

OUR

Vision

We Make Good Things Happen
We make good things happen. Throughout Adams County, good things happen when you give to UWAC. More children are ready to learn when they enter school. At-risk youth teamed with caring adults stay in school. Senior citizens receive the home and health care services they need to live independently. The result? A better quality of life for all of us, especially the most vulnerable members of our communities.
We Believe That Caring Changes Lives
We believe that caring changes lives. That belief is at the heart of everything we do at UWAC. We are committed to delivering effective programs and finding solutions to local problems. Our unique approach mobilizes human service agencies, businesses, government, volunteers, and other organizations to build caring communities. We identify critical issues, raise money and resources partner with agencies that meet issues head-on, and measure the impact we’ve made.
We Oppose All Forms of Racial / Ethnic Discrimination
We recognize structural racism, ethnic discrimination and other forms of oppression have contributed to racial disparities that have existed in the past and persist into the present. We acknowledge those inequities are the result of policies and practices that work to marginalize entire populations of people. We unequivocally denounce racism/ethnic discrimination because it undermines the well-being and vitality of our communities. Our network seeks to dismantle disparities and strives to engage residents and community members, especially those whose voices have traditionally been marginalized, in the shared work of fortifying equity and empowerment. We work with public and private partners to co-create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, support, opportunities and networks they need to thrive. We commit to leveraging our assets to create more equitable communities.
We Bring Resources Together
We bring resources together. While UWAC is known for mobilizing volunteers and donors to advance the work of health and human service agencies, we also activate resources beyond the agencies we fund.
More About Our Vision
We’re the local fiscal agent for federal Emergency Food and Shelter Programs. We’re the toy workshop for the Holiday Family Outreach. We’re the broker for countless in-kind items collected during the Martin Luther King, Jr., Day On Project. And we’re the Adams County Volunteer Connection. Your gift to United Way of Adams County’s Community Care Fund makes all this—and much more!—possible. Please support the United Way campaign generously. Your investment in caring will change lives and communities.

HOW WE

Help

By Widening The Safety Net

United Way utilizes federal emergency food and shelter funds to assist families facing crises. These funds complement the resources provided by various agencies throughout the county.

By Investing in Quality Early Childhood Education and Care

To ensure a secure future, it is essential to begin with children. Our commitment to early education and parental engagement is exemplified through the United Way Ready to Learn initiative, a collaborative effort across the county. This program emphasizes the importance of high-quality care, offers resources for parents, facilitates the transition from early childhood education to elementary school, and supports the Keystone STARS program.

By Getting People Involved

The United Way Volunteer Center connects people and resources to address community needs through family-friendly events like the Martin Luther King Service Day, Give It Up For Good Sale, and Holiday Family Outreach. The Volunteer Center maintains a comprehensive database of ongoing and one-time volunteer opportunities in Adams County, combining financial support with hands-on involvement.