Our Work
United Way of the National Capital Area works to create the opportunity for all members of our community to have a better life. We focus on the building blocks of a good life — a quality education, financial stability for individuals and families, and good health.
We bring together the voices, the expertise and the resources to define, articulate and implement a common agenda for change for our region. That is what it means to "Live United" in the National Capital Area.
Every child in the national capital region enters school ready to learn, succeeds in school and leaves well prepared for life and work in the 21st Century.
Education initiatives:
We help ensure all children are ready for kindergarten and are on the path to reading at grade level by grade 4.
Workforce and Post-Secondary Education Readiness
Students graduate from high school prepared for success in work or post-secondary education.
United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to increasing the numbers of healthy children, young people and adults in our community.
Health initiatives:
Improved access to health care includes health screenings and affordable medications within underserved communities.
Promoting Exercise & Nutrition
We promote greater awareness and availability within neighborhoods, schools and workplaces of proper nutrition and healthy physical activities.
Providing safe and productive alternatives to violence and risk-taking behavior for young people within our communities is critical.
United Way of the National Capital Area works to increase the number of financially stable individuals and families.
Financial Stability initiatives:
We connect working families and individuals with targeted financial education on budgeting, spending, credit and tax preparation.
We provide support to help residents find and maintain safe, affordable housing.
We provide and promote opportunities for occupational training, development and placement.
At United Way of the National Capital Area, connecting people in need with local resources and assistance - when they need them - is a critical part of our mission.