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Together, we will change lives, impact communities & promote healthy living.
Why Invest in United Way?
25% of Union County families live below federally defined poverty levels and have to make difficult decisions every day no family should have to make. Decsions like having to choose between buying food or paying rent. We believe that strong families are the foundation of a strong community and when you invest in United Way of Greater Union County, you can count on us focusing our efforts on addressing issues and creating opportunities for all.
Stronger Families = Stronger Communities
VolUnteer
Everyday, we need volunteers across our community. No matter how you would like to be involved, United Way of Greater Union County will provide you with volunteer opportunities to match your talents, interest and schedule. For more information, please email volunteer@ uwguc.org.
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Giving Opport nities When you give to United Way, your contribution helps foster both individual and collective success. Learn how you can help strengthen your community by visit us online at uwguc.org or call us.
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Our FocUs EDUCATION High quality pre-school and after-school programs keep children safe and engaged in learning, increasing their chances of graduating on time.
Our Vision & Mission
FINANCIAL STABILITY
HEALTH & WELL BEING Prenatal care for expectant mothers and mothers with children; family counseling, mental health and wellness initiative for a healthier community.
Job readiness and training, financial literacy and youth employment programs support selfsufficiency and financial independence.
What We Do
United Way of Greater Union County envisions a community where all children and families achieve their potential through education, income stability, and healthy living.
United Way of Greater Union County funds more
Our mission is to improve lives and build strong communities by uniting individuals and organizations with the will, passion, expertise, and resources needed to solve problems.
solutions. Connecting people with services that
Our commitment is to change the odds so that all children and their families, regardless of their circumstances, have the same chance to succeed in school and in life.
than 60 local programs and initiatives in Greater Union County, North Plainfield and South Plainfield, NJ. We focus on providing lasting impact their lives, we are committed to helping children and families achieve their highest potential.
BASIC NEEDS Healthy and fresh food, housing assistance and other livesaving resouces support families in crisis yearround, improving their overall quality of life.
Our Family Success Centers We oversee a network of Family Success Centers in Union County, where families can find support and gain access to vital programs and services. Each year, over 1,000 families benefit and receive services such as: · Job preparation and training · Emergency funds for housing and food · Social services and counseling · Parent workshops · Support groups · Parent-child activities For more information, please visit our website at uwguc.org or call us at 908.353.7171.