
United is the way!
Where your donation goes:
2024 outcomes and beneficiary data below represents individuals served by United Way supported programs in our service area for a total of 100,142 served:
- 48,530 individuals received support for health-related issues including crisis counseling, health, and dental care.
- 25,037 individuals received support in the form of financial stability and safety net including disaster relief, utility assistance, basic needs, supplemental food support, shelter programs, protection from abuse, and clothing needs.
- 2,240 children participated in education programs that promote academic growth, positive relationships, confidence, and leadership skills outside of school hours.
- 24,335 individuals were served through information and referral services including WV 211 and the annual Christmas Bureau.
100% of individuals served live in poverty, as defined by the federal poverty levels.
United is the Way!
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2025-2026 Campaign
6 Reasons to Invest in United Way
We are Local – Dollars raised in our six counties stay in our community to build a better place for all of us to live, work and play. We like to say that the donations go far, but not far away.
We Address the Greatest Needs – From early learning, to job training, crisis support, and elder care – United Way of Central WV works to address some of the greatest challenges facing people of all ages in our community.
We are Strategic – Through an annual competitive review process, we hold the programs we fund accountable and require reporting of measurable results against targeted outcomes twice per year.
Needs Assessment - We regularly conduct a region wide needs assessment from our peers, partners, and community organizations to ensure that we are addressing the most important needs in central West Virginia.
We are Accountable – We engage experienced community volunteers to oversee every aspect of our management and financial systems to ensure that we are operating at the highest level of professionalism and excellence.
We Collaborate – We bring government, non-profit, business, and professionals together to identify and determine our communities’ greatest needs. We work with our community and funded partners to accomplish our goals.
Margaret Ann O'Neal
President & CPO