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United Way Of Indiana County
United Way
Organizational Information
Vision, Mission and/or Purpose of Organization
The mission of the United Way of Indiana County is to meet critical needs and improve the quality of life throughout Indiana County by inspiring and uniting its residents.
History of Organization
In November 1930, what is now known as the United Way of Indiana County was formed as a small group that called itself the Central Charities of Indiana Borough to begin its goal of assisting residents who were lacking in the most basic of needs - food, clothing and shelter. Representatives from Indiana Borough Council, County Commissioners, American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, Boy Scouts of America, YMCA, Indiana County Medical Society, County Welfare and the Ministerial Association were present. The initial office was in the Indiana Theatre Building, and representatives from the Indiana Borough Council, Chamber of Commerce, County Commissioners, various civic groups and nonprofit organizations coordinated a benefit in November of that year to raise donations to be distributed to the needy families of the county. Only food or clothing was accepted for admission and was distributed just after Thanksgiving to those who needed it. Foster, President of the Normal School (and who now has a dining hall on the IUP campus named after him in honor of his philanthropic work and contributions to education in W PA), was the first campaign General Chairman. The goal, which was successfully met that year, was $25,000! Now over 90 years old, the United Way has evolved in its fundraising and community investment strategies, but the vision for a community where people thrive, live healthy lives, and everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential still stands strong.
Affiliations
United Way of Pennsylvania United Way World Wide
Legal Structure
Non-profit corporation
Funding Sources
Fundraising, Grants
Contact Information
Key Leader(s)
Contact Person(s)
Contact Number(s)
724.463.0278 - FAX
724.463.0277 - Telephone
Web Addresses
Primary Address
Service Information
Service Area
Indiana County
Service Description
Leader for Community Impact Initiatives
Community Resource Agency
Fundraiser for Community Impact Initiatives
The United Way invests in local community services that help people achieve their full potential, improve the health of the community, deliver resources to the community such as: o Readiness to Succeed in School o Academic Achievement o Social & Emotional Learning o Empowered & Engaged Families o Life Success o A Healthy Start o Safe Home & Community o Quality Health Care & Social Services o Support for Mental Health & Chemical Dependency o Basic Needs o Shelter & Utilities o Food Support o Disaster Support The United Way is the lead coordinator for a county-wide Prevention Coalition. The Coalition uses a Communities That Care (CTC) process that includes a collaboration of cross-sector community-service providers, educators, policy makers, law enforcement, faith based and community representatives. It takes a practical, evidence-based, outcome-focused approach utilizing science-based prevention methods to change the lives of our children and combat problematic behavior before they start.
Keywords
Prevention Coalition Funding
Available Hours
8:30 am - 4:30 pm / Monday through Friday
Fees/Cost for Services
None
Eligibility Requirements
Partnership approved through application- Annual partner agencies, Summer Grant Program, Emergency Food and Shelter funding administrator,
Miscellaneous Information
Handicap Accessibility
Yes
Languages Spoken or Available
English
Speaker Available
Yes
Volunteer Use
Yes
Volunteer Need
Yes
Volunteer Description
Volunteers are in high demand from August through December. Please contact the United Way to volunteer in the office or at a fundraising event.