Our Stories

United Way's footprint in our community is both broad and deep, affecting lives in ways that matter.

The My Fair Lady and Gentleman Pageant is held during the Columbia County Fair each year to recognize seniors (55+) for their outstanding community service.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has been serving Columbia County for 5 years!

ALICE, a United Way acronym that stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, represents the growing number of individuals and families who are working, but are unable to afford the basic necessities of housing, food, child care, health care, and transportation.

The United Way has made a big difference in Columbia County. Check out our annual report to see all the ways we have been able to support our community.

It’s been a tough few years. Too many people are struggling - paying the weekly grocery store bill, making up for the learning lost during pandemic school interruptions, recovering from disasters.

Join a growing community of 34 organizations focused on "building resilience in children and their families to strengthen our community."

United Way of Columbia County has been selected as a charity partner for Safeway and will receive donations from its annual Nourishing Neighbors campaign aimed at helping ensure every child has access to a healthy breakfast.