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WHO'S STRUGGLING

The problems our community faces need our urgent action. We tackle these challenges, focusing on access to quality education, financial security and health, and supporting organizations and individuals in your neighborhood.

But we can’t do it without your help.

We know you want to make a difference and today is the day to start.

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Seniors, veterans, children at risk, the unemployed, homeless, food insecure and financially unstable. They need your donations right now.

OUR IMPACT: WHAT WE DO

Although our work in the community extends far and wide, we focus on three pillars: Education, Financial Stability and Health. Since 2020, we have also worked tirelessly on pandemic relief. These are some of the highlights of our work:

Education

Helping children and youth achieve their full potential

EARLY EDUCATION

STRONG SCHOOL READINESS
5,166
children received quality early education interventions and experiences - increasing their chances for success
408
educators trained resulting in
1,519
hours of professional learning

SCHOOL AGE

IMPROVED ACADEMICS
7,476
students received literacy-based lessons, homework assistance, tutoring and post-secondary support resulting in 77% of those measured in literacy, earning passing grades in core subject areas
IMPROVED SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT
1,530
students received conduct and behavior-related interventions resulting in 67% increased ability to make effective decisions

Financial Stability

Helping individuals and families pave a way to financial independence

ACCESS TO JOBS
7,307
unemployed and underemployed participated in training and placement programs
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2,315
individuals learned how to budget, manage and save money

HOMELESS PREVENTION
3,000+
individuals received shelter
1,050+
individuals received assistance through the food pantry
Nearly 2 million
emergency meals provided

Health

Helping people lead healthier lives

ACCESS TO CARE
27,294
people accessed care to improve their physical, mental and emotional health needs
19,086
screenings, tests and assessments were conducted through United Way-funded programs
33,083
mental health counseling sessions were provided

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
3,728
children engaged in healthy eating, fitness and play
9,374
older adults received 1.7 million free and nutritious meals
112,759
total hours of exercise helped 411 older adults stay active and socialize with friends

COVID-19 Response*

With a combination of donations raised by United Way Miami and various partners, plus the allocation of Miami-Dade County Federal CARES Act relief dollars, our organization distributed nearly $33 million in emergency relief to over 68,000 neighbors—including children, older adults and veterans—plus 448 small businesses in our community.

$3.8 million
collectively raised for relief efforts
900,000+
assistance provided for 448 small businesses
$2.2 million
provided in rent/mortgage assistance, food and medication to families in need

$30.96 million
funds from the Federal CARES Act distributed to 18,500+ households, impacting 60,000+ adults and children
50,000+ and 1,700
families and older adults who received food packs
2,000+
volunteers who donated 7,000+ hours through 224 pandemic relief activities

*Data as of June 2021

Education

Helping children and youth achieve their full potential

EARLY EDUCATION

STRONG SCHOOL READINESS
5,166
children received quality early education interventions and experiences - increasing their chances for success
408
educators trained resulting in
1,519
hours of professional learning

SCHOOL AGE

IMPROVED ACADEMICS
7,476
students received literacy-based lessons, homework assistance, tutoring and post-secondary support resulting in 77% of those measured in literacy, earning passing grades in core subject areas
IMPROVED SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT
1,530
students received conduct and behavior-related interventions resulting in 67% increased ability to make effective decisions

Financial Stability

Helping individuals and families pave a way to financial independence

ACCESS TO JOBS
7,307
unemployed and underemployed participated in training and placement programs
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
2,315
individuals learned how to budget, manage and save money

HOMELESS PREVENTION
3,000+
individuals received shelter
1,050+
individuals received assistance through the food pantry
Nearly 2 million
emergency meals provided

Health

Helping people lead healthier lives

ACCESS TO CARE
27,294
people accessed care to improve their physical, mental and emotional health needs
19,086
screenings, tests and assessments were conducted through United Way-funded programs
33,083
mental health counseling sessions were provided

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
3,728
children engaged in healthy eating, fitness and play
9,374
older adults received 1.7 million free and nutritious meals
112,759
total hours of exercise helped 411 older adults stay active and socialize with friends

COVID-19 Response*

With a combination of donations raised by United Way Miami and various partners, plus the allocation of Miami-Dade County Federal CARES Act relief dollars, our organization distributed nearly $33 million in emergency relief to over 68,000 neighbors—including children, older adults and veterans—plus 448 small businesses in our community.

$3.8 million
collectively raised for relief efforts
900,000+
assistance provided for 448 small businesses
$2.2 million
provided in rent/mortgage assistance, food and medication to families in need

$30.96 million
funds from the Federal CARES Act distributed to 18,500+ households, impacting 60,000+ adults and children
50,000+ and 1,700
families and older adults who received food packs
2,000+
volunteers who donated 7,000+ hours through 224 pandemic relief activities

*Data as of June 2021

SUCCESS STORIES: WHO WE WORK FOR

Meet ALICE. It stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, and it describes the people we serve. There are many ALICES in our community. They are our coworkers and neighbors, hard workers who may not seem like they need help, but they rely on us to stay afloat. These are their success stories:

GIVE TODAY TO CHANGE OUR COMMUNITY'S TOMORROW

Whether it’s a monetary contribution or your valuable time and skills, you can change lives and make a positive impact for those who need it most. And when you donate and volunteer with United Way, your efforts are multiplied by the many other dedicated individuals that work with us.

For more information or to learn more about the work we do, click here.

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