We believe that the Fox Valley’s greatest needs lie in the areas of education, income and health. That’s why we work with the community to discover underlying causes of need in these areas, and then help individuals and families achieve their human potential-- through social service agencies and community collaborations that advance educational opportunities, income stability and health promotion.
EDUCATION
- Early childhood development and school readiness programs
- Mentoring programs for at-risk youth
- After school programs for academics, arts, athletics
INCOME
- Basic needs— shelter, food, clothing, emergency assistance
- Employment and financial counseling
- Job training
HEALTH
- Access to low cost health care services
- Behavioral health and substance abuse treatment
- Health education and prevention programs
United Way is a worldwide network that advances the common good, creating opportunities for a better life for all by focusing on the three key building blocks of education, income and health. The United Way movement creates lasting community change by addressing the underlying causes of problems that prevent progress in these areas. Forbes magazine has recognized United Way as the largest charitable organization in the world. In the United States, United Way provides more funding for social services than any organization except the federal government. Each year, one out of every three people in the U.S. benefits from a United Way funded program
Fox Valley United Way is a founding partner of SPARK, the early learning initiative in Aurora and Volunteer Fox Valley, a virtual volunteer center co-sponsored by Aurora University. Fox Valley United Way is also the local sponsor of FamilyWize, a free drug prescription discount card, which can save individuals up to 75% on the cost of their medications.
