United Way of Central Ohio
Strategic Framework
Mission • To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community. Vision • To build a community where everyone has the aspirations, resources and opportunities to reach their potential Impact Areas
Ensuring children and youth succeed
Strengthening individuals and families
Community Results • Young children enter kindergarten physically, emotionally, socially and cognitively prepared to succeed • Youth graduate from high school well-prepared for additional learning and productive careers • People achieve financial stability • People overcome barriers to accessing health and wellness services • People maintain healthy nutrition and physical fitness
Building vibrant neighborhoods
• People live in safe neighborhoods
Meeting emergency and short-term basic needs
• People in crisis have access to emergency food, shelter and financial assistance
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• People live in safe and decent housing
• The community is prepared to respond to disasters and emergencies in a coordinated and comprehensive way
United Way of Central Ohio
Key Principles
Key principles underlying United Way of Central Ohio’s work in creating community impact. Key Principles Commitment to accountability and transparency
Commitment to the importance of agency and system-service coordination
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Commitment to the importance of capacity building
Commitment to cultural competence
Commitment to address racial disparities
Commitment to the importance of systems collaboration