Get Involved

Be a gamechanger - join us!

We offer so many ways for you to make a difference in your Northwest Indiana community. From youth and senior citizen engagement to addiction and disaster relief services, you can donate your time, talent and treasure to help those around you who need it most.

Your support of United Way of Porter County is needed now more than ever. From helping preschoolers prepare for kindergarten and beyond to providing at-home care for the elderly, we are there.

SEE THE IMPACT WE'RE MAKING

BUT we cannot be there without you.Your community needs you -- Here's how you can help today!

DONATE AS AN INDIVIDUAL

We assure the availability of an entire network of human services.

We have the power to make a real impact in our community. Families, friends and neighbors need help every now and then. By LIVING UNITED, we can and will improve the quality of life in Northwest Indiana.

100% of every dollar donated to United Way of Porter County goes to help people. We maintain a pinnacle 4-star rating on Charity Navigator, an independent nonprofit analyst organization.

Interested in a Planned or Retirement Giving opportunity? We do that, too. Learn more here.

DONATE TODAY!

DONATE AS A CORPORATE PARTNER

Corporate Partnerships

Let us help you meet your social responsiblity goals and do so much more in the community. Learn more here.

Goodwill Ambassadors Program

Volunteer to help us spread the word about how individiuals, companies and the United Way Partner Network are positively impacting community need in Northwest Indiana.

Participants receive professional development training and expand their professional network by participating in a variety of activities such as Day of Caring projects, area nonprofit tours and community presentations.

Your organization builds a reputation as a community leader that postively impacts Northwest Indiana.

Learn more about the commitment and sign up your staff here.

Program & Event Sponsorships

Support your community with program and event sponsorships. There are a variety of options that will increase your brand exposure and show you care about your community. Check them out here.

ATTEND AN EVENT

Events for everyone!

We host fun volunteer and fundraising events to support our community. From March through October we always have something going on.

March -- Women United Bunco Bash
May -- Golf Classic - Party on the Green with games, food and more
August -- Day of Caring - Northwest Indiana's largest single day volunteer event
October -- Valpo Half Marathon & 5K - move your feet for a good cause

VOLUNTEER

United Way and its partner organizations depend on volunteers. We couldn't do any of this without you! No matter where you want to volunteer, we can get you there.

AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps members get things done in communities around the nation.
Disaster Preparedness: Register now to be ready to help in the event of a disaster.
Goodwill Ambassadors Program: Help spread the word about how the United Way Partner Network is positively impacting community need in Northwest Indiana.
Reading Buddies: Help us deliver Reading Buddies to 1st and 2nd grade students across Northwest Indiana.
Regional Volunteer Center: Check out local volunteer opportunities with other nonprofits in Northwest Indiana.
United Way Retired and Senior Volunteer Program: Use your life experience to lead and make a difference in your community!
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance: Help low-income individuals file their federal and state taxes for free.
Women United: Support women in recovery from addiction by helping them develop new skills and network. Network with peers at monthly get togethers and more.