As we prepare to put this year in the rearview we think back fondly on what we’ve done, but understand there is still much more to do. Our work is only possible because of your generous support. Thanks to you, we were able to provide emergency funding to individuals and businesses affected by COVID-19. We were able to offer our youngest learners high quality early education opportunities. We were able to provide reliable transportation for our neighbors so they can continue to work. And launched Envision, our largest, boldest initiative to date. As the year comes to a close we ask that you consider making a contribution to the United Way of Greater Charlottesville to support our continued work in financial stability and school readiness.
A five year campaign to help lift 1800 families out of poverty
SETTING THE TABLE FOR A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION
At the United Way of Greater Charlottesville, we believe that when people from all backgrounds come together, the result is a stronger, more vibrant community. How do we do this? Our three impact areas of School Readiness, Financial Stability, and Connected Community inform our mission and vision.
MISSION
The United Way of Greater Charlottesville connects our community, enabling individuals and families to achieve their potential.
VISION
A strong, equitable community where every person can thrive.
OUR CORE VALUES
HUMILITY
We approach our work humbly and with respect.
COMPASSION
We honor and see the dignity in our fellow community members.
EQUITY
We are committed to promoting equity internally and through our public-facing programs.
ADVOCACY
We speak up for the voiceless so that they may speak for themselves.
CONVICTION
Regardless of the challenge or cost, we aim to do what is right.
COLLABORATION
We work with community members, non-profits, and corporate partners to build more vibrant communities
SCHOOL READINESS
154%
How much more likely kindergartners living in poverty are to fail literacy benchmarks.
Our goal is to close the opportunity gap by promoting strategies to provide all children with the most appropriate and effective early services, supports, and high-quality early childcare and education.
FINANCIAL STABILITY
25%
of the Charlottesville population lives in poverty, placing our community near the bottom of localities across the US.
Our goal is to help adults who are on the path to becoming financially stable and economically-independent by supporting customized, holistic solutions that address obstacles encountered along the way.
CONNECTED COMMUNITY
2,500
local residents attended our events in 2019, including Community Table, Day of Caring, and the Relay for Community Health.
The United Way connects, convenes, and supports the collaboration of organizations in our community. Among this network, we are able to identify needs in the community and work toward collaborative goals.
PROUD TO BE A CHARITY NAVIGATOR 4 STAR ORGANIZATION
Only 25% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 3 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that United Way – Thomas Jefferson Area outperforms most other charities in America.
NEWS FROM OUR COMMUNITY
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UPDATED STATEMENT ON COVID-19
Fellow community members, First, I want to thank everyone who has rallied to uplift and support our community during this unprecedented and frightening time. The rapid and cohesive response is heartening and a signal of the strength of our community. We are proud to...
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