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WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH
THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF A GOOD LIFE
OUR COMMUNITY CAN CHANGE
EDUCATION
Helping children and youth achieve their potential through education ➤ Children succeed in school/academic settings. ➤ Children succeed in a variety of environments and situations.
United Way invested more than $1,336,000 in local programs to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers and school-age children. For example… ➤ Through programs focused on increasing commitment to education, 389 students improved their school grades and attendance. ➤ More than 12,633 students participate in safe, structured afterschool programs for more than three hours a week.
Percent of Students
We believe that together, united, we can strive for lasting change, improving the lives of all within our community.
United Way advances the common good by focusing on the basic things that we all need for a good life: a quality education that leads to a stable job, income that can support a family through retirement, and good health.
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Reading Proficiency - Racine County Comparison Proficient/Advanced (November 2009)
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Burlington
Union Grove
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Helping families become financially stable and independent ➤ Individuals have the skills to obtain/maintain living-wage employment. ➤ Individuals function well in their day-to-day lives. ➤ Individuals have immediate and emergency needs met.
HEALTH
Improving people’s health ➤ Children are born healthy. ➤ Children develop to their maximum capacity. ➤ Individuals take action to prevent/remedy health and safety problems.
United Way provided about $1,282,000 to programs that help families and individuals become more financially stable and stay independent. For example… ➤ Through several training and support programs, 849 adults gained the skills needed to secure a job or improve their current earnings. ➤ More than 1,465 homeless individuals received shelter and other emergency services while building foundations for future self-sufficiency.
More than $646,000 was invested by United Way to improve the health of children and adults throughout Racine County. For example... ➤ Early childhood programs helped 1,373 parents and child care providers increase knowledge and skills to ensure children are in safe, nurturing environments. ➤ More than 4,593 students learned to build healthy habits and reduce risky behaviors.
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People and Families with Income Below Poverty Level in the Past 12 Months - 2008 All people All people under 18 All families Married couples with families Families with female household, no husband present
Percent of Women Receiving Care
INCOME
8th Grade
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City of Racine
Racine County
Wisconsin
15.3% 22.1% 12.6% 4.2%
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23.2%
27.3%
Women Receiving First Trimester Prenatal Care
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Wisconsin
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Your Dollars Hard at Work! United Way Partner Providers deliver programs that achieve specific, measureable participant or client outcomes in the areas of education, income and health. The following programs received 2010-11 annual funding:
Lincoln Lutheran of Racine Community Services – Harmony Club respite services for elderly; Skill Bank services by adults over 60 to help elderly
262-633-0500 ext. 2726
Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper Michigan Sexual Assault Services – Support for victims of sexual abuse; Stop Child Abuse & Neglect (SCAN) – prevention programs Racine Area Manufacturers & Commerce (RAMAC) Leadership Racine – Preparing promising leaders for positions of public influence and decision-making in the Racine area
262-619-1634
Racine County Food Bank Emergency Food – Distribution to local food pantries and holiday food baskets Racine County University of Wisconsin-Extension Racine Touchpoints – Child development classes; networking opportunities; information for families
262-632-2307
Alliance on Mental Illness of Racine County NAMI Racine – Advocacy, education and support for individuals affected by mental illness and their families
262-637-0582
The Arc of Racine County Advocacy, Support and Educational Programs – for people with disabilities and their families
262-634-6303
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Racine & Kenosha Counties One-to-One Outcome Based Mentoring – Support for children in the areas of school success and social development
262-637-7625
Boy Scouts – Southeast Wisconsin Council Comprehensive Youth Program – Scouting for boys and girls
262-632-1655
Burlington Transitional Living Center Shelter Program – Food, shelter and support for homeless women and children
262-767-1478
Racine Family YMCA Strong Communities Agenda – Asset development and school success, community service and recreation
262-634-1994
Caledonia/Mt. Pleasant Health Department Teen Parenting Support Program – Case management and group education services for pregnant and parenting teens
262-835-6429
Racine Friendship Clubhouse Clubhouse – Increasing self-reliance, social and job skills for people with mental illnesses
262-636-9393
Catherine Marian Housing Bethany Apartments – Transitional housing for victims of domestic abuse
262-633-9446
Racine Literacy Council Adult Tutoring – One-on-one mentoring for basic literacy; English as a Second Language
262-632-9495
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Outreach; Behavioral Health Counseling – Supportive services to low-income Hispanic families
262-637-8888
Racine Vocational Ministry Racine Vocational Ministry – Job training and placement; Community ReEntry – Support following release from prison
262-633-8660
Cerebral Palsy Agency of Racine County RADD – Recreation and social activities for those with disabilities
262-633-0291
Racine Youth Sports Boys and Girls Sports – Football, baseball/girl’s softball, basketball
262-886-0797
Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin Racine Counseling Programs; Child Advocacy Center – Meet mental health needs of children and families through counseling Family Literacy of Racine Early Childhood Program; School-age Afterschool Program – Healthy development of children; school readiness and school success
262-633-3591
SAFE Haven of Racine SAFE Haven programs; SAFE Passage – Youth shelter, counseling, supportive services, and referrals
262-637-9559
262-898-3968
The Salvation Army – Racine Corps Social Services – Assistance/advocacy for low-income residents
262-632-3147 262-637-8532
Family Service of Racine Counseling – Strengthening individuals and families through counseling, advocacy and outreach
262-634-2391
Urban League of Racine and Kenosha Caring for Kids Safe Zone – Providing safe place after school for snacks, homework assistance, computer work, and math education
262-763-4930
Focus on Community Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Prevention/Education; FAST (Families and Schools Together) – Prevention programming and parent empowerment
262-632-6200
Western Racine County Health Department Teen Pregnancy Prevention West – Helping children develop healthy behaviors
George Bray Neighborhood Center R.E.A.C.H. – Afterschool programs in recreation, education, advocacy and cultural competence
262-634-5949
Women’s Resource Center of Racine Safe Emergency Shelter and Continuum of Safety Services – Emergency shelter and support for women and children fleeing abuse
262-633-3274 262-763-6226 ext. 29 (west) 262-633-9016
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast Girl Scout Leadership Experience – Leadership and asset development programs for girls ages 5-17
262-598-0909
Youth for Christ – Southeastern Wisconsin Juvenile Aftercare Ministry (JAM) – Helping juveniles leaving the detention center make better social and educational choices YWCA of Racine Girls Inc. – Education and empowerment for young girls
262-989-9922
Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization HALO – Ensures that homeless adults and children get positive support through stable living and learning environments
262-633-3235
Health Care Network Health Care Services – Provides the uninsured with access to health care
262-632-2400 262-763-4930 (west)
John XXIII Educational Center Afterschool Program – Helping economically challenged students develop skills needed for success in school
262-898-7250
262-634-1931
262-886-8460
United Way affiliate organizations also receive funding on an annual or onetime basis for projects and events that fit the United Way mission and meet the approval of our investment committee volunteers: American Red Cross, Asset Builders of America – Money Conference, Belle of the Ball, Burlington Safety Patrol, Burlington Senior Center, College Readiness 21, IMPACT Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Services – Racine 211, Racine Area Soccer Association (RASA), Racine Arts Council – Main Gallery, Salvation Army – Burlington, and University of Wisconsin Parkside Center for Community Partnerships.
United Way of Racine County Initiatives In addition to funding numerous programs and projects, United Way creates lasting community change by initiating and facilitating systems-wide efforts within the areas of education, income and health. United Way of Racine County provides leadership for several community-wide initiatives that help advance the common good and ensure Racine County residents have opportunities for better lives. Engage students in afterschool programming three or more hours per week and you will see a myriad of positive results including decreases in risky behaviors and improved school performance. A new resource wesbsite has been established to help students, parents and other professionals working with youth and families find out about programs available:
http://racineafterschool.unitedwayracine.org
Imagination Library began in 1996 by Dolly Parton to foster a love of reading and provide quality books for every child, regardless of income. In 2009, United Way of Racine County launched this initiative for young children (birth to age five) in the communities of western Racine County. Parents register their children to receive quality books in the mail each month until age five.
Family Smart/Kid Friendly (FSKF) represents a county-wide collaborative approach to empower families to raise and nurture their children ensuring healthy development and ultimately school readiness by age six. FSKF is funded in partnership with Racine County Human Services Department with support services delivered through Family Literacy of Racine, Love Inc, Racine Family YMCA, and Western Racine County Health Department. Contact: Pam Handrow, FSKF Coordinator, at 262-632-0355.
Advancing Family Assets (AFA) provides wrap-around support services to eligible low-income families so they can function well in their day-to-day lives as employees, family members, and productive citizens. The goal of AFA is to serve at least 500 families in Racine County over the next 10 years, to increase the number of reliable, productive workers and reduce the number of families living in poverty.
Contact: Michelle Brown, Campaign Administrator, at 262-898-2242.
For more information visit www.unitedwayracine.org
Contact: Kimberly Payne, AFA Project Facilitator, at 262-456-4701.