United Way of Story County (UWSC) has been enhancing the quality of life in Story County for over seven decades. Through strong community partnerships and the support of dedicated donors, UWSC helps children prepare for adulthood, ensures seniors thrive in healthy environments, and provides assistance to hardworking families.
As a strategic leader in fostering county-wide collaboration, UWSC champions healthy communities, youth opportunities, financial security, and resilience for all individuals, driving meaningful and lasting change.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. At United Way, we help people overcome barriers to good health by improving access to nutritious food and quality health education and services, including preventative care, maternal and child health, mental health support, and more.
At United Way, we help children get off to a good start and empower youth to reach their full potential by breaking down barriers to success. We advance what works, including early childhood education, literacy development, access to a high-quality K-12 education, enrichment opportunities like afterschool and summer programs, college and career readiness, and family engagement, fostering a future where every young person can realize their dreams.
The opportunity to earn a living that sustains a family and secures future generations is essential. That’s why we’re committed to supporting hardworking families by connecting them with education, financial tools, and job training, empowering them to create a brighter, more sustainable future.
Every community deserves the opportunity to prosper. At United Way we work with our neighbors to build resilient communities that are ready for any challenge. Through initiatives in crisis response, environmental stewardship, and disaster preparedness, we are strengthening the foundations of communities for a more sustainable and secure future.
Partner agencies receive important funding for program support through the ASSET process. Beyond that, UWSC responds to the ever-changing landscape of needs through grant funding, leading conversations in high need areas, and building collaborations to identify and address community-wide problems. This includes bringing new solutions and pilot projects to our communities.
By improving the health, education, and financial stability of Story County, UWSC is creating a stronger community for everyone to enjoy a good quality of life. No one person or organization can do it alone. In the spirit of collective action, we invite you to join UWSC in our community building efforts to LIVE UNITED.