Born Learning aims to increase awareness of the critical importance of early childhood education. Interactive activity stations called Born Learning Trails are available at West Park and North Beach Park in Racine.
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United Way administers Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in western Racine County to encourage early childhood learning. Free age-appropriate books are mailed to children under five each month. More than 800 children have participated since 2009. Youth As Resources (YAR) is a United Way youth initiative that provides grants to fund youthdesigned, youth-led community service and service learning projects. In 2012, YAR funded five local projects totaling almost $4,000. Since 1996, YAR has funded nearly 400 community service projects totaling close to $250,000.
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PATHWAYS TO A BETTER COMMUNITY United Way and our partners are working to reach common goals for the community by focusing on education, income and health. Together, we can make an impact that will improve lives and create a better tomorrow for Racine County. We all benefit when children succeed in school, when families are financially stable and when our community is healthy. You can be the catalyst that ensures opportunities for a better life for all. Your investment through United Way will pave the pathway to a better community. Be a leader today to create long-lasting change tomorrow!
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Schools of Hope A student who is not at least moderately successful in reading by the end of third grade is unlikely to graduate from high school. Schools of Hope provides one-on-one tutoring to help students become confident, capable readers who are ready for success in school and life. • 168 individuals volunteered to tutor in the first two semesters of the program. • Volunteers provided more than 1,500 hours of tutoring for first through third grade students. • More than 250 students were tutored at four local elementary schools.
Financial stability can lead to fewer stresses at work and home. Advancing Family Assets (AFA) serves local low-wage working families through an intensive coaching approach to create reliable, productive workers and reduce poverty.
No one should have to choose between buying food or filling a prescription. To address the issue of affordable and accessible health care in Racine County, United Way partners with FamilyWize to provide prescription discount cards at no cost.
• 76% of AFA families maintained employment. • Racine County residents have saved more than • Average full-time hourly wage of employed AFA $370,000 since 2009. participants has increased $1.00 over the last • Almost 4,000 individuals used the card in 2012 two years to $12.51. to save on their prescriptions. • 45% of AFA youth are engaged in positive out- • Racine County residents save an average of of-school-time activities. nearly $20 per prescription.
Basic Human Needs While we work to address the root causes of important community issues, United Way realizes that there are individuals in our county who need our support right now. That’s why we also work to connect individuals and families with the food, shelter and safety and security services they need to get back on track.
How you can help Your investment in United Way of Racine County is the easiest and most powerful way to make a collective impact on our community. Each donation to United Way is multiplied by thousands of other donors and volunteers to build a stronger Racine County. By supporting United Way, you can help achieve the outcomes that will help our families, friends and neighbors succeed.
United Way funds approximately 60 programs and projects each year that achieve specific, measurable participant outcomes in the areas of education, income and health. Dedicated volunteers analyze program capacity for quality programming, governance, finance, and administration to ensure that your gift is making the greatest impact. In Racine County, one out of every three residents benefits from the vital health and human service programs funded by United Way.
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Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Racine & Kenosha Counties 262-637-7625 www.beabignow.org One-to-One Outcome Based Mentoring - Children in need of supportive role models build relationships with qualified volunteers
Catherine Marian Housing 262-633-9446 www.bethanyapartments.org Bethany Apartments - Transitional housing for victims of domestic abuse
Alliance on Mental Illness of Racine County 262-637-0582 www.namiracine.org NAMI Racine - Advocacy, education and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness
Boy Scouts of America – Three Harbors Council 262-632-1655 www.threeharborsscouting.org Comprehensive Youth Program - Scouting program for every eligible youth in Racine County
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee 262-637-8888 www.ccmke.org Outreach Services - Supportive services for low-income Hispanic families
Central Racine County Health Department 262-898-4460 www.crchd.com Teen Parenting Support Program - Case management and group education services for pregnant and parenting teens
HALO, Inc. (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization) 262-633-3235 www.haloinc.org Shelter, programs and services for men, women and children experiencing homelessness
The Arc of Racine County 262-634-6303 www.thearcofracine.org Advocacy, Support and Educational Programs - Advocacy for the rights and protection of children and adults with cognitive, intellectual or developmental disabilities
Family Literacy of Racine 262-898-3968 www.familyliteracyofracine.org Early Childhood Program - Healthy development and school readiness for young children Out of School Time Programs - Academic and asset development for youth Girls Inc. of Racine - Education and empowerment for young girls
Racine County Food Bank 262-632-2307 www.racinecountyfoodbank.org Emergency Food Distribution - Free food assistance for pantries, shelters, meal programs, and social service agencies
Family Smart/Kid Friendly Partnership 262-632-0355 Empowering Racine County families to support, raise and nurture school-ready children. (Partners: United Way of Racine County, Family Literacy of Racine, Racine Family YMCA, Love, Inc., Western Racine County Health Department, Central Racine County Health Department, and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Community Services)
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast 262-598-2200 www.gswise.org Urban and Latina Girl Scout Leadership Experience - Leadership experiences and asset development program for girls John XXIII Educational Center 262-898-7250 www.j23center.weebly.com Afterschool Program - Helps economically-challenged students develop skills needed for success in school Racine Family YMCA 262-634-1994 www.ymcaracine.org Strong Communities Agenda - Educational opportunities, social interaction, physical activities, and asset development for youth Racine Youth Sports 262-886-0797 www.racineyouthsports.com Youth development through football, baseball, judo, and volleyball
Racine Literacy Council 262-632-9495 www.racineliteracy.com Adult Literacy Program - Classes and tutoring to help adults develop basic language skills and learn English as a second language Racine Vocational Ministry 262-633-8660 www.rvmracine.org Addresses personal and social justice barriers that prevent individuals from obtaining and maintaining living-wage incomes SAFE Haven of Racine 262-637-9559 www.safehavenofracine.org SAFE Haven Youth Shelter and Outreach Programs - Shelter, counseling, supportive services, crisis intervention, and referrals for youth and young adults The Salvation Army – Racine Corps 262-632-3147 www.saracine.org Social Services - Assistance and advocacy for low-income Racine County residents Transitional Living Center Burlington 262-767-1478 www.tlcburlington.com Shelter Program - Temporary shelter, basic necessities and life skills development for individuals and families
University of Wisconsin – Extension Racine County 262-767-2929 www.racine.uwex.edu Racine Touchpoints Project - Child development classes, networking opportunities and parenting information
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee 262-637-8888 www.ccmke.org Behavioral Health Counseling Services - Culturally-competent bilingual counseling for low-income individuals and families Cerebral Palsy Agency of Racine County 262-633-0291 www.radd-cpa.org RADD - Recreational and social activities for individuals with disabilities Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Community Services 262-633-3591 www.chw.org Racine Child and Family Counseling Program - Mental health support for children and families through counseling Racine County Child Advocacy Center - Forensic interviews and medical exams for the investigation of child maltreatment Family Service of Racine 262-634-2391 www.fsracine.org Counseling and Psychotherapy - Counseling, advocacy and outreach for individuals and families Focus on Community 262-632-6200 www.focusracine.org Substance Abuse Prevention Program - Prevention programming to help youth make healthy lifestyle decisions FAST (Families and Schools Together) - School-based prevention programming and parent empowerment sessions Health Care Network 262-632-2400 262-763-4930 (west) www.healthcarenetwork.org Health Care Services - Free or low-cost medical, dental and prescription care for the uninsured Lincoln Lutheran of Racine 262-898-8900 www.lincolnlutheran.com Community Services - Harmony Clubs provide social interaction for the elderly and respite for their caregivers Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan 262-619-1634 www.lsswis.org Sexual Assault Services - Support for victims of sexual abuse SCAN (Stop Child Abuse & Neglect) - School-based child victimization prevention programs
Youth for Christ – Southeastern Wisconsin 262-633-9016 www.youthforchristwi.com JAMS (Juvenile Aftercare Ministry for Success) - Social skill development and academic support for former juvenile offenders
Racine Friendship Clubhouse 262-636-9393 www.racineclubhouse.org Drop-in center that increases self-reliance, self-esteem, social skills and employability in individuals with mental illness Western Racine County Health Department 262-763-4930 www.wrchd.org Teen Pregnancy Prevention West - Classes to help teens develop healthy behaviors Women’s Resource Center of Racine 262-633-3274 262-763-6226 ext. 113 (west) www.wrcracine.org Safe Emergency Shelter and Continuum of Safety Services Emergency shelter and support for men, women and children who are victims of domestic violence
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American Red Cross in Southeastern Wisconsin 262-554-9997 www.redcrossinsewis.org Disaster Relief - Aid and relief for local victims of disasters Asset Builders of America 608-663-6332 www.assetbuilders.org Money Conference - Financial education and wealth-building strategies to enhance the quality of life for low-income youth, families and communities Burlington Safety Patrol 262-342-1100 Educational leadership experience for elementary-age children Burlington Senior Center 262-767-9880 www.burlingtonseniorcenter.com Meals and activities for seniors Creative Arts Resource & Network of Western Racine County 262-332-6069 www.creativeartsresource.org Arts Build - Creative arts workshop for adults of varying abilities designed to foster self-esteem and self-worth
Impact 2-1-1 Racine Kenosha Community Action Agency, Inc. Simply dial 2-1-1 or 866-211-3380 www.impactinc.org 262-634-8377 www.rkcaa.org Information and referral services for family, health, financial and social Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) - Provides free tax preparation services to income-eligible Racine County residents service issues LGBT Center of Southeast Wisconsin 262-664-4100 www.lgbtsewisc.org Access to informational, professional, social, and health-related services in a safe and supportive environment
University of Wisconsin – Parkside 262-595-3340 www.uwp.edu Center for Community Partnership - Capacity-building tools, technical assistance and training for the nonprofit community Mentor Kenosha & Racine - Recruitment, quality training and professional staff development for the mentoring community
Racine Area Manufacturers & Commerce (RAMAC) 262-634-1931 www.racinechamber.com Leadership Racine - Prepares promising leaders for positions of public Volunteer Center of Racine County 262-886-9612 www.volunteercenterofracine.org influence and decision making in the Racine area Volunteer Solutions - Online database that connects potential Racine County Workforce Development Center volunteers with nonprofits, groups and organizations 262-638-6312 www.wdc.racineco.com Youth CNC (Computer Numeric Control machines) Boot Camp Develops required academic, soft and technical skills for high school students to obtain manufacturing jobs
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