UNITED WAY OF LEWIS COUNTY

As needs in our community change, so must the way we address them. Through extensive research and community surveys, united way of lewis county has adopted a strategic focus that will create long-term stability for families and children. Our new strategic area of impact focuses specifically on lifting families out of poverty, with the bold goal of moving 30% of families out of poverty by 2030, (equates to over 3,400 families in lewis county). This significant transformation comes at a time where 47% of lewis county struggles to meet their most basic needs. Lifting families out of poverty is a unique and complex issue that united way of lewis county has adopted to create long term social change and brighter futures for generations to come. United way of lewis county is currently developing strategies that serve both children and their parents intentionally and simultaneously, leading to positive outcomes for families. Our community impact approach is unique - we work towards changing systems to that individuals and families can overcome challenges altogether. It is about investing in the present and the foundation, as well as, the future. A healthy community learns well, earns well, and lives well. We believe that every family deserves a fighting chance at success. With your support, together, we can change the story for struggling families in lewis county. United way of lewis county's new "cradle to career and beyond" strategic direction supports programming in early childhood education, elementary reading, middle and high school success, college and career readiness, and continuing education. Our goal is to help create a culture of inclusive educational opportunities to foster lifelong learning in lewis county.