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Our Mission

United Way for Greater Austin brings our community together to break economic barriers and build opportunity for all.

Our Vision

A Central Texas where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Impact

Together with generous neighbors like you, we are building a brighter future for all Central Texans. Here are a few impact highlights from last year.
999
local children and families received access to life-changing resources
999 +
requests for help were answered
999 +
children under 6 from households with low income received access to early learning services
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What We’re Up To

United Is The Way We Support Flood Relief
  • 8 Jul, 2025

United Is The Way We Support Flood Relief

We are heartbroken by the devastating floods that struck our region over the July 4 weekend. The damage is extensive, and we mourn alongside you for the lives lost. We are grateful to the first responders, local officials, and volunteers who are work...

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Breathing Easier: How United Way’s Efforts Helped Marco Get Life-Saving Care
  • 16 Jun, 2025

Breathing Easier: How United Way’s Efforts Helped Marco Get Life-Saving Care

They were running out of options. After months of doctor visits, one thing became clear: 17-year-old Marco needed life-saving scoliosis surgery. The curve in his spine was worsening as he grew, beginning to crush his lungs and making it harder for hi...

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When Hope Felt Out of Reach, United Way Stepped In
  • 3 Jun, 2025

When Hope Felt Out of Reach, United Way Stepped In

*Trigger warning: This story contains content about suicidal ideation. She was sitting on the side of the road in her broken-down car. The last time she felt this overwhelmed, she was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. One year earlier Sing...

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Gathering for Good 2025: Like a prism refracting light into brilliance, Women United takes on challenges and turns them into action.
  • 12 May, 2025

Gathering for Good 2025: Like a prism refracting light into brilliance, Women United takes on challenges and turns them into action.

Empowering. Energizing. Uplifting. A sold-out crowd of more than 300 people came to Gathering for Good on May 1, 2025, to support United Way’s mission to break economic barriers and build opportunity for all. Thanks to the generous gifts of so m...

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