At United Way of Tompkins County, we believe that a stronger, more equitable community is built together. Thanks to your incredible philanthropy, together we have successfully touched the lives of 84,941 individuals across our region.
Because real human needs are interconnected, our partnerships provide wrap-around support, which means that many neighbors achieved milestones across multiple programs, and some of this data overlaps. Explore the results below to see the full scope of the outcomes achieved across our three of our core pillars of change: building a Healthy Community, creating Youth Opportunity, and achieving Financial Security for all.
Our Community in Action
Healthy Community
Improving health and well-being for all.
- 35,494 Individuals received access to providers and services that respect and value their identities.
- 20,658 Individuals received nutritious meals or components of nutritious meals to promote well-being and decrease food insecurity.
- 15,120 Individuals experiencing marginalization received appropriate services supporting self-determination and the ability to thrive.
- 14,776 Individuals gained access to services and support addressing systemic discrimination or inequities.
- 3,787 Individuals received ongoing, consistent quality health care, including mental health care.
- 2,233 Individuals with immediate physical and mental health needs received quality care promptly.
Youth Opportunity
Helping young people realize their full potential.
- 30,695 Children and youth will have safe environments that promote healthy development.
- 21,708 Parents, caretakers, and guardians will more effectively support children’s wellness and development.
- 20,618 Children will be developmentally ready to enter kindergarten.
- 1,920 Households will receive quality, culturally informed childcare services, including full-time, part-time, or before- and after-school services.
- 1,244 Children and/or Youth will have access to health, including mental health support services, to promote their advancement.
- 586 Youth will be developmentally ready to enter the workforce, vocational training, and higher education.
Financial Security
Creating a stronger financial future for every generation
- 18,015 Youth and adults will gain skills in self-sufficiency and decision-making.
- 3,108 Individuals will receive transportation services to access health and human services, work, and learning opportunities.
- 2,228 Individuals will receive services that help them obtain safe, affordable housing.
- 807 Individuals will receive services that support maintaining safe and accessible housing.
- 615 Individuals will receive services to help them overcome employment barriers and move towards a sustainable income.