MISSION
United Way of Long Island mobilizes communities to action so all can thrive. With deep local roots, we see how our communities’ greatest challenges are connected — and how we can bring people and resources together to address them. That’s why we’re here, in our Long Island community, always listening and ready to respond. We are creating opportunities for our youth, improving health and well-being, securing stronger financial futures, and building community resiliency. Every day, our communities show that when people unite to take action, change is possible. Together, we're creating a future where everyone can reach their full potential.
We offer opportunities for Youth through our scholarships, our Stuff-A-Bus school supply drive, and our YouthBuild Long Island programs ensuring that all have the chance to thrive through education. We create healthy communities with our Older Adult Home Modification Program and our Safe at Home for Seniors allowing our aging neighbors the opportunity to age in place in the comfort of their homes. Our Ryan White and SingleCare Prescription Savings programs make staying healthy assessable for all. We mobilize our neighbors to become more financially secure through our green energy Workforce Development Training Academy, our Project Warmth Emergency Fuel Fund and our Student Debt Assistance Program. We are committed to building a more resilient community with our Net Zero Energy Challenge, the Clean Energy Hub, and our Award Winning Net Zero Energy Homes. Our Mission United Program connects our Long Island Veterans to existing services and creating solutions where there are gaps in support.
We understand when you are in need of support navigating all the available options can be overwhelming, our 211 Long Island call center connects people and organizations to essential human services.
OUR OUTREACH
We facilitate a collaborative response to human service needs on Long Island by coordinating a network of partners, establishing a community safety net of services. Together, we invest in education to ensure children succeed in school and achieve their potential. We help families become financially stable and independent. And, we ensure our communities have access to healthcare, food, and positive lifestyle choices. Our leadership team, supported by a high profile Board of Directors, bring together partners and volunteers from across Long Island to discuss issues, raise funds and develop programs for the building blocks of a good life:
- A quality education that leads to a stable job
- Enough income to support a family
- Workforce readiness
- Good health
United Way of Long Island holds a 4-star (highest) rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest evaluator of charities, and is a Candid (formerly GuideStar) platinum-rated charity. United Way has also met all BBB® Standards for Charity Accountability and is BBB Accredited. For every dollar contributed, 86 cents supports our program impact.
We offer an effective, efficient and caring way for Long Islanders to make the greatest year-round impact in their hometowns. These days, with so many choices to make with your charitable dollars, United Way of Long Island can be your partner to ensure your contribution improves people's lives in the communities where you live, work and play. Most importantly, donations made on Long Island, stay on Long Island.