LIVE UNITED

On April 30, join us for United Way of Central Iowa's largest annual event, and help us recognize the individuals and organizations that have helped make a huge impact in our community.

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Free Tax Preparation from VITA

You may qualify to have your tax return prepared for free by a VITA volunteer. 

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Workplace Campaigns

Many companies see their annual United Way campaign as a great way to engage employees.

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Advocacy

Learn about United Way of Central Iowa's advocacy priorities and how we advocate for all central Iowans

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What we do

WHAT WE DO

You know United Way... but do you understand what we do?

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Central Iowans are United to Thrive, and to make our community better for all.

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

We improve lives by uniting the caring power of community.

We are UNITED to THRIVE

United Way of Central Iowa's strategic focus outlines the way our organization establishes standards, sets goals, and measure progress in the community. UNITED to THRIVE guides our strategic approach as we unite central Iowans to foster a thriving community – one that is equitable, engaged, and empowered.

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THE FIVE ELEMENTS OF A THRIVING COMMUNITY

United Way of Central Iowa focuses on issues in our community that fall within the Five Elements of a thriving community as listed below. Click the icon to find specific information about that issue here in central Iowa—and how United Way uniting central Iowans to thrive.

UNITED to THRIVE

Essential
Needs
Essential Needs

Early Childhood
Success
EARLY CHILDHOOD SUCCESS

Education
Success
Education

Economic
OpportunityECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

Health &
Well-BeingHealth & Well-Being

 

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