Basic Needs
United Way is providing critical services to endure access to healthcare, housing, food, and to assist in helping people become more self-sufficient, resulting in an improved quality of life and a better tomorrow.
- 2-1-1 Information: 24 hours, 7 days a week information and referral line
- American Red Cross: Disaster Services & Services to Military Families
- Brian Gibbons Homeless Outreach Program: Outreach Services
- Catholic Charities: Behavioral Health
- Connecticut Food Share: Food Distribution
- Connecticut Partnership for Children: Diaper Bank & Resource Center
- Safe Haven: Sexual Assault Crisis & Services & Community Outreach
- Wellmore: Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Services, Children & Adult Outpatient Services
- Salvation Army: Emergency Assistance
- Naugatuck YMCA: Healthy Opportunities for All Ages
Education
United Way focuses on cradle-to-career education strategies that provide access to quality learning experiences at an early age and continue to help develop our children into successful adults who can contribute to our communities.
- Connecticut Partnership for Children: Children in Leadership
- Kelly’s Kids: After School Program
- Naugatuck Babe Ruth Little League
- Naugatuck Beacon Falls Scouting Fund
- Naugatuck Campership Fund
- Naugatuck YMCA: Youth Development & Enrichment
- Union City Little League
Financial Stability
United Way empowers people to get on stable ground with proven methods like job training, financial wellness classes and more. The result is thriving communities where everyone has more opportunity to succeed.
- Literacy Volunteers: Adult literacy programs that build essential skills for employment and daily life.
- Advancing Connecticut Together: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to help residents maximize their tax returns and strengthen household budgets.
Together, We Make a Difference
By working hand-in-hand with dedicated local agencies and nonprofits, we extend our reach and multiply our impact. From crisis support and education to health services and financial empowerment, these partnerships are essential in building a stronger, more caring community for all.
