Building a Stronger Community, Together
Empowering children, families and neighborhoods for a brighter future.
At United Way, we believe in the potential of every individual. We're dedicated to ensuring all children have access to quality education and are prepared for success. We strive to create pathways for families to achieve health, financial stability, and independence. And we're committed to fostering vibrant, safe neighborhoods where everyone can thrive.
Through the collective power of caring organizations and individuals, we're making a tangible difference in our community. Join us in our mission to build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
Our Mission
United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in our community.
Our Initiatives
Increase access to healthy food for families in our community experiencing food insecurity.
Develop opportunities for lifelong learning to increase families' access to education, workforce training and other skill-based development programs.
Increase opportunities for positive youth development and literacy services to develop positive behaviors and/or read proficiently at grade level.
Improve financial access for ALICE and low-income individuals to alleviate short-term financial crises in order to increase local families' economic position.
Increase accessibility to affordable housing and legal services for veterans and their families.
Our Vision & Values
As the region's leading impact organization, United Way Dutchess-Orange drives measurable change, empowering our community to thrive. We are committed to a core set of values that fuel our mission to uplift every citizen.
We are accountable to donors, volunteers, the community, and ourselves in the advancement of our mission.
We build relationships with individuals and groups in the community based upon honesty and integrity.
We value our differences and take pride in inclusiveness.
We drive changes that improve and advance the mission and goals of our organization.
We actively seek opportunities to serve our community.