UNITED to THRIVE

Learn about our strategic imperative fostering an equitable, engaged, empowered community.

UNITED to THRIVE

LIVE UNITED Awards

Nominations are now open for the annual LIVE UNITED Awards, to be presented on May 9 at LIVE UNITED. 

LIVE UNITED Awards

Run A Campaign

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

Workplace Campaigns

Advocacy

Learn about United Way of Central Iowa's Advocacy Priorities and how we advocate for all central Iowans.  

ADVOCACY

What we do

WHAT WE DO

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

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GET INVOLVED

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

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

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

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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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