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Today, we are breaking the cycles of crisis that can echo through families for decades. Join us.
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Blueprint for Change

Over the next three years, United Way will create generational change by building opportunities for youth and families, seeding innovation, and improving equity in care.

2021 Community Assessment

United Way of the Midlands’ 2021 Community Assessment asked hundreds of residents, “What kind of community do you want to live in?”

From the data and information collected, United Way offers eight calls to action and hopes everyone can find at least one area they can support and work on.

What We Do

Only United Way has the resources to provide large-scale solutions to pervasive community problems. By providing support when it's needed most, we interrupt a common pattern where emergencies can multiply. Addressing the root issues in the moment stops the cycle of crisis and gives families the opportunity to thrive—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.

Self-Sufficiency

The Self-Sufficiency Standard for South Carolina is a measure of income adequacy that is based on the costs of basic needs for working families: housing, child care, food, health care, transportation, and miscellaneous items, as well as the cost of taxes and the impact of tax credits.

Need help?

Resources are available for you. We can help you find food, shelter, healthcare, and more. Don’t wait to call.

Upcoming Events

Dec 05

2024 YMU Mentor Mixer

Thursday, December 5, 2024 | 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

We warmly invite you to join YMU and RCPEP for an evening dedicated to meaningful conversations around mentorship and the importance of mental health among educators and mentors. When: Thursday, December 5th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: United Way of the Midlands, 1818 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201...

Dec 11

2024 WIP Leadership Breakfast

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 7:30 - 9:00 AM

Awaken Resilience: Leading Through Transition Join Women in Philanthropy for their annual Leadership Breakfast and be inspired as women come together to celebrate and hear from keynote speaker Darci Strickland Rush. Darci will share her journey of leadership through transition, from her role as a...

Dec 14

YLS HO-HO-HOPE for Good

Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM

This is a chance for the community to come together to celebrate the season of giving with their friends, families and others dedicated to our community and service. YLS HO-HO-HOPE for Good will include games, pictures with Santa (from 12:30-1:30 PM), holiday activities, and more. Registration is...

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