Fast Facts

•  United Way of the Mid-Willamette was founded in 1937.

•  Serves Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties.

•  The 2008 campaign raised $2 million.

•  Funds 46 partner agencies and 63 programs though the 2009-2011 Community Impact Fund grant cycle.

• Is an independent 501c3 non-profit organization governed by a local volunteer board of directors.

• Unites people and resources for a stronger community. We work to advance the common good by focusing on the building blocks for a better life for all:
        Education—Helping children and families achieve their potential through education
  Income —Helping families become financially stable and independent
  Health— Improving people’s health

•  Provides HandsOn Mid-Willamette Valley, the volunteer action center for Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties. HandsOn MWV connects people with volunteer opportunities that make a difference in our community. In addition, HandsOn MWV provides technical assistance and training to local non-profits and community organizations. Visit http://www.handsonmwv.org

• Approximately 300 organizations participate in the annual workplace campaign, which provides support for critical resources throughout the three-county region.

• Has approximately 6,000 individual donors.

• Has approximately 1,200 volunteers who participate in our annual “Days of Caring”.