UNITED STARTS HERE.
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.
Youth Opportunity
Helping children learn, grow and succeed.
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First-Year Teacher Grants
Healthy Community
Connecting neighbors with nutritious food and essential care.
Financial Security
Helping households meet today’s needs and build stability.
Community Resiliency
Bringing people and resources together before, during and after a crisis.
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Disaster Response & Recovery
United Way of South Central Illinois connects people, resources and action across our region—helping neighbors find support, strengthening local nonprofits and building solutions our rural communities need.
SAVE THE DATE
RAM FREE CLINIC
MAY 14–15, 2027
FREE MEDICAL • DENTAL • VISION CARE
Serving neighbors across South Central Illinois.
OUR REGION.
OUR IMPACT.
5,700+ Marion County households live below the ALICE survival threshold.
34% of Jefferson County residents rely on Medicaid.
2,300+ local children receive a free book every month.
$2M+ in essentials distributed through United We Give since 2024.
$430,000 in mortgage relief kept families home across three counties.