Our Programs

Changing Lives Every Day

Making Our Community Stronger

At United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA), we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. Whether it’s access to education, financial stability or health resources, the right support can empower individuals and families to thrive.

That’s why our programs provide critical resources, guidance and direct support across key impact areas:

☑️  Community Health & Well-Being
☑️  Crisis Response & Resource Support
☑️  Early Childhood Development & Education
☑️ Financial Stability & Career Development
☑️  Homelessness Prevention & Housing
☑️  Hunger Relief
☑️  Mental Health
☑️  Senior Support
☑️  Youth Health & Wellness
☑️  Youth Support & After-School Programs

By taking a holistic approach, we create lasting change—one person, one family and one community at a time.

OUR PROGRAMS

211 Information & Referral

With one call, reach a real person who can connect you to services across the community.

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Area Agency on Aging (AAA)

Seniors can find services that help in a meaningful way, from receiving hot, nutritious meals to information about long-term care facilities.

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Meals on Wheels

Dedicated Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver a hot meal every weekday to local seniors.

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Financial Stability Services

We help put individuals and families on the road to financial stability. An investment in long-term human success leads to long-term economic success.

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Success By 6

Success By 6 improves early learning in childcare settings to help children start school better prepared.

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Help Me Grow

Help Me Grow connects families to health and developmental resources so children (birth to age 8) start school healthy and ready to succeed.

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Priority Veteran

Veterans can connect to services that help them find housing and gain the skills and knowledge they need to remain financially stable.

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Bold Goals Coalition

United Way of Central Alabama provides the primary staff and organizational support for the Bold Goals Coalition.

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Our Impact

352,888

clients received health, medical, or nutrition-related services in 2023

18,418,137

meals distributed to individuals and families in need in 2023

30,624

Individuals received financial counseling, job-relevant skill training and more in 2023

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