2026-2029 Community Impact Plan
United Way aims to tackle some of society’s most pressing issues—improving economic sufficiency, increasing childhood literacy, and expanding access to healthcare. In 2025, we updated our previous Community Assessment to share our progress over the past few years and take a look ahead at how the needs in our community have evolved. The information in the Community Assessment helped inform our strategy for the 2026-2029 Community Impact Plan. Both documents are available to read below.
Spirit of the Midlands Award Nominations
2025 Community Impact Outcomes Report
United is the Way We Changed 56,096 Lives Last Year
Your donations are making an impact each and every day in our community through grantmaking and direct services.
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.
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Upcoming Events
WIP Lunch & Learn: Debunking Myths about Women, Wealth, & Impact
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Join United Way's Women in Philanthropy on Wednesday, June 17th at 12:00pm at United Way of the Midlands (1818 Blanding St., Columbia) for an engaging Lunch & Learn featuring an esteemed panel of speakers. Together, we'll challenge common myths about women, wealth, & impact, spark meaningful...
