inCommunity
The foundation of the work is based on a simple idea — schools are community hubs. By making human services available on school campuses, we can significantly increase access for area residents.
Bringing Community Services Together
inCommunity brings together families, school leaders and partners from across United Way’s network to create lasting solutions to big problems.
The foundation of the work is based on a simple idea — schools are community hubs. By making human services available on school campuses, we can significantly increase access for area residents.
Seeing Results
Fairfield
Our first inCommunity site is located in Fairfield. Through our on-the-ground coordinators, we have launched new programs to meet the needs of students and their families.
Fairfield inCommunity programs address multiple areas of need, including:
Human Services
• Resource closets offering free clothing and toiletries to families in crisis or individuals who are job hunting.
• Food pantries for families experiencing food insecurity.
School Preparation & Curriculum
• Robust public events for school registration and supplies.
• New modern manufacturing curriculum for students entering the job market.
Student Support
• Reading and math intervention for children struggling with the basics.
• Prevention education and mentoring for students as they become young adults.
inCommunity Impacts in Fairfield Schools:
reduction in behavioral incidents across the school district
increase in enrollment and daily average attendance
increase in college and career readiness among students
“My partnership with United Way and other agencies has allowed us, as a district, to say, ‘the needs of these children are being met,’ because we focus on them holistically.”
Dr. Regina Thompson, Superintendent, Fairfield City Schools
inCommunity News
United Way’s inCommunity Program Promotes Workforce Development for Graduating Seniors
United Way of Central Alabama’s (UWCA) inCommunity program has officially launched its partnership with Jasper City Schools, working to ensure student success
J. Mason Davis Campaign Kickoff Highlights UWCA’s Impact on Fairfield Students
At the Woodlawn Theatre, members of the J. Mason Davis Leadership Society gathered to launch their annual campaign and celebrate the theme “WHY WE UNITE.” With powerful remarks from Fairfield City Schools Superintendent Dr. Regina Thompson, the event spotlighted how UWCA’s inCommunity initiative is transforming schools into hubs of support and opportunity.
New Community Closet Is a Major W.I.N.N. for Fairfield Families
What was once an empty classroom at Robinson Primary School is now a place of hope for families in Fairfield.