United is the Way We All Thrive
Too many of our neighbors are struggling just to get by, especially in Black, Indigenous, and communities of color facing systemic barriers to prosperity.
Through Our Neighbor Fund, we’re raising critical dollars to tackle hunger, homelessness, education, and financial instability head-on. Together, we’re investing in bold solutions and community-driven programs to create lasting change.
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Financial Stability
A housing crisis, climbing rents, food prices up by 11.3%. If people were already on the edge of poverty, they are now falling right into it. At United Way, we believe in maximizing income for families and connecting them with support so they can get on stable financial ground and work toward their dreams. When you stabilize families, it creates a healthier, happier, and safer community for us all.
King County residents spend more than 30% of their income on housing
Educational Opportunity
Education is a gateway out of poverty, but poverty makes school tough, especially for students of color. When you’re thinking about paying rent or utilities, buying groceries, getting to school, or an unexpected expense, the last thing you’re probably thinking about? Focusing on education. From helping children and families prepare for kindergarten to supporting young people as they finish high school through college, at United Way, we believe in the idea of supporting the whole person, not just their educational outcomes.
children from low-income households enter kindergarten behind their peers
Food Security
Everyone deserves to have enough to eat, but being in poverty makes it hard to afford necessities like food. Communities of color face disproportionate levels of poverty and food insecurity because of historic and systemic racism. Many kids bear this burden too. At United Way, we believe we need to reimagine the food system to better serve all our neighbors as a community. We believe no one should go hungry.
Washington children are regularly at risk of going hungry
Homelessness Prevention
Research shows that preventing eviction is far more effective—and far less costly—than rehousing a family once they’ve already lost their home. That’s why United Way of King County partners with community organizations to stabilize households at the earliest sign of crisis.
people in King County experienced homelessness in 2024 (the highest number ever recorded)
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