Making an Impact
We aspire to be the critical link which brings together our diverse communities to build stronger, healthier and more sustainable communities as cost effectively as possible.
Making an Impact
We aspire to be the critical link which brings together our diverse communities to build stronger, healthier and more sustainable communities as cost effectively as possible.
Healthy Community
United Way of Northwest Illinois is committed to…
Youth Opportunity
Early childhood education and care has been identified…
Financial Security
Building financial stability and strength.
Community Resiliency
Addressing urgent needs today and advancing a better…
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Why does United Way Offer MyFreeTaxes?United Way brings communities together to face their greatest challenges. Whether that’s helping families find…
Dine United with United Way of Northwest Illinois to Make Your Meal Count!
United Way of Northwest Illinois has started a new fundraising campaign…
United For Impact Grant applications opening February 10th, 2026
RSVP for the Community Investment Session here.Visit our Community Impact page here…
How We've Helped
1500+
children receive a free age-appropriate book delivered to their mailbox each month.
23,000
local residents were impacted just in the last year alone.
$222,800
in grants to local social service agencies for 2026
25Jun
United Way Day of Action is an opportunity for volunteers, donors and advocates who seek to change lives and communities be part of the solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives.
United Way of Northwest Illinois has been celebrating Day of Action in our local community for many years and this year, in partnership with the Highland…
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