• Families are strengthened.
• Children are nurtured.
• Youth are encouraged.
• Older adults are cared for.
• Emergencies are addressed.
• People with disabilities are empowered.
• Substance abuse is fought.
• Violence is prevented.

Why give to United Way instead of a specific agency?

United Way assures the availability of an entire network of human services. For example: A homeless family needs a roof over its head and food and clothing. If you give to directly to your favorite agency, you can make this happen. But what if this family also needs job training, skill development, day care, and counseling to leave the shelter? No one agency can do all this. United Way makes sure all these services are available from the temporary bed to the long-term solution.

What exactly does United Way do?

• Researches community problems.
• Identifies existing solutions.
• Seeks new solutions where none exist.
• Raises funds.
• Invests contributed dollars where they will produce the greatest results.

How does United Way do it?

Caring Volunteers donate their time to:

• Study our community.
• Assess needs and priorities.
• Visit and evaluate existing programs.
• Ask for contributions from businesses and individuals.
• Allocate funds to meet needs and priorities.
• Measure results.

I don't have a lot to give, can I still make an impact?

No matter how much you choose to contribute, you'll be helping to improve the lives of families in Porter County because United Way dollars address our community's most vital needs. Your donation is joined by many others and supports a network of programs that get results.

Does United Way recognize major contributors?

Yes, there are many people who give generously at various levels. Leadership givers are recognized as members of the Commodore Porter Society. Visit our Leadership Giving page for more information.

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