people utilized Great Rivers United Way funded programs in 2024

Great Rivers United Way helps someone every 33 seconds

We unite more than 200 corporate partners and 3,000 donors with local programs in bettering our local community and helping those who need it.

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We help people in our community

Our funds go to programs that impact people you know. Our efforts are focused locally, changing the lives of real individuals and families.
88
of individuals served locally increased disposable income by accessing benefits or reducing household costs
1101
children who were experiencing child abuse helped
6156
local youth received mental health services
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76th Annual Celebration

Please join Great Rivers United Way as we celebrate all that we accomplished together in 2025 at our 76th Annual Meeting, taking place Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

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Community Needs Assessment

The Compass Now Report is a review of community needs in the Great Rivers Region.

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