What does it mean to Live United?
For over 40 years, Penn State has designated Centre County United Way as the University’s charity of choice. We run a campus-wide campaign that includes special events such as the IST Golf Tournament, Liberal Arts Office Olympics, Coins for Caring and many more. Each unit in the University system assigns staff and/or faculty members to manage their efforts and spread the United Way story to their co-workers and friends.
Advocacy
28 partner agencies have collaborated to accomplish incredible work.
Volunteering
Thousands have supported our partner network and our special events – Col. Gerald Russell PNC Bank Day of Caring, Taste of the Town, and, in conjunction with Penn State, Trash to Treasure – saving our partner network over $600,000 in operating expenses.
Education
94% of the children and 88% of the adults enrolled in intensive literacy programs demonstrated measurable improvement in their reading skills. 27% of those enrolled in programs designed to improve literacy demonstrated measurable improvement in their reading skills. 93% reported improved cultural understanding and knowledge. 100% demonstrated improved ability to appropriately access the legal system. Total served = 27,702 children and adults.
Financial Stability
96% enrolled in financial education, employment and support programs (11,316 people) demonstrated measurable improvement in their financial condition.
Health
86% enrolled in CCUW partner network programs (19,334 people) were evaluated and demonstrated measurable improvement in their ability to deal with mental, physical and drug and alcohol related issues.