United Way Impact Areas
United Way of Tompkins County works with impact partners and other community members to change the dynamics of poverty in Tompkins County by meeting people’s basic needs and helping create economic security for everyone. Our work focuses on four core pillars: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency.
Healthy Community
Improving health and well-being for all.
- Supporting food security with access to healthy and fresh foods.
- Providing equitable access to healthcare, mental health, and services that support overall well-being.
- Supporting community experts in finding and implementing healthy solutions.
Youth Opportunity
Helping young people realize their full potential.
- Supporting education, literacy, and development for children and youth.
- Helping young people transition smoothly into adulthood.
- Helping families access childcare, programs, and caregiver education.
Financial Security
Creating a stronger financial future for every generation.
- Funding 2-1-1 to help people access critical human services and resources.
- Supporting job training and housing programs.
- Assisting individuals and households living below a sustainable income.
Community Resiliency
Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.
- Supporting crisis hotlines, emergency preparedness, disaster relief, and recovery efforts.
- Increasing the capacity of Tompkins County’s mission-driven sector to better meet community needs.
- Helping marginalized communities survive, stabilize, and thrive by providing necessary support.