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THIS IS YOUR UNITED WAY.

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STARTS HERE.

United Way of South Central Illinois brings neighbors, businesses and nonprofits together to help children thrive, improve health, build financial security and strengthen our communities.

A United Way for the community we are. And the future we deserve.

If you think you know United Way, take another look. We’re building on a proud history with fresh ideas, sleeves rolled up, and a determination to meet today’s challenges head-on.

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We put books in little hands, food on family tables, and everyday essentials within reach. We bring neighbors together and show up when life takes an unexpected turn.

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Our community keeps changing. We keep moving with it—listening, connecting, and turning local generosity into local action.

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​This is YOUR United Way. Built for today. Working for tomorrow.

PROGRAMS THAT MOVE OUR REGION FORWARD.

From early learning and food access to health care, disaster recovery and financial stability, our programs turn local generosity into practical help.

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Youth Opportunity

Helping children learn, grow and succeed.

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Healthy Community

Connecting neighbors with nutritious food and essential care.

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Financial Security

Helping households meet today’s needs and build stability.

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Community Resiliency

Bringing people and resources together before, during and after a crisis.

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GIVE. VOLUNTEER. GET HELP.

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Where your gift goes

$16 helps provide a full year of Imagination Library books for one local child. Your generosity also supports food access, everyday essentials and practical help for neighbors across our region. Small gifts can make a lasting difference.

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Put your time to work

Sort donated essentials with United We Give, lend a hand at a food market, or help grow and harvest our community garden. Bring your skills, your coworkers or simply your willingness to help. Contact us to find an opportunity that fits.

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Need help? Start here.

Looking for food? Explore our tiny pantries and mobile markets. Need household essentials? Learn about United We Give. Unsure where to turn? Call 211 for connections to local resources, or visit Find Help to choose your next step.

SAVE THE DATE

RAM FREE CLINIC

MAY 14–15, 2027

FREE MEDICAL • DENTAL • VISION CARE

Serving neighbors across South Central Illinois.

Explore the RAM Clinic →

KEEPING UP WITH UNITED WAY

COMING UP IN OUR COMMUNITY

Explore our full calendar →

LOCAL GIVING. REAL IMPACT.

2,300+ children receive a free Imagination Library book each month.

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$2 million+ in essentials distributed through United We Give since September 2024.

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$430,000 in mortgage relief helped keep families in their homes across three counties.

 

See our local impact →

YOUR NEXT MOVE MAKES A DIFFERENCE.

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