At United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties (UWJWC), we unite people with a shared vision to create lasting change. By partnering with local nonprofits organizations, community leaders, generous donors, and area businesses, we tackle the challenges we face as neighbors. Together, we unite in purpose to create pathways to a strong, safe, and healthy community for all.

What Does United Way Do?

We harness the power of collective action, focusing on four key areas that have the greatest impact on improving lives in our community:

• Youth Opportunity: helping young people realize their full potential and supporting birth through adult education.
• Financial Security: Safety net supports that create a stronger financial future for every generation.
• Healthy Community: help people overcome barriers to good health, including access to nutritious food, affordable healthcare and preventative initiatives.
• Community Resiliency: we work to address urgent needs through 211, and disaster preparedness and response.

We provide:

• Funding to 28 Partner Agencies – carefully vetted and mission-driven organizations addressing the most urgent needs in our community.
• Support in Times of Crisis – offering essential infrastructure for disaster response and recovery when our neighbors need it most.
• Education & Literacy Initiatives – like Reading Buddies, Pen Pals, and the distribution of Literacy, Math, and STEM Kits that ignite learning in young minds.
• Volunteer Connection Hub – linking people to meaningful volunteer opportunities where their skills and energy can make a real difference.

Each year, thousands of residents in Johnson & Washington Counties benefit from the collective efforts of our partners. Together, we ensure that our community thrives—because when it’s better for one of us, it’s better for all of us.

Thank you for your pledge during this campaign, it makes all the difference. Learn more about our work and how you can get involved at UnitedWayJWC.org. To make a non-payroll donation, visit our website or call 319-338-7823.

Together, we are making our community stronger—today and for the future.

Iowa Shares is a statewide coalition of Iowa-based nonprofits dedicated to a shared mission of improving our communities. We consider ourselves “small but mighty.” Our member organizations have few or no employees, but work to improve the lives of Iowans through direct service and the dedicated efforts of volunteers. 

Iowa Shares believes in protecting human rights and the rights of workers. Organizations working in this area include Amnesty International of Iowa, Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa, Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees, and the American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa. 

We believe in promoting LGBTQ+ equality. Organizations working to advocate on behalf of LGBTQ+ Iowans include The Quire of Eastern Iowa and Equality Iowa. 

We believe in taking care of our animal friends. Organizations dedicated to improving animal welfare include Animal Lifeline of Iowa, Iowa Humane Alliance, Johnson County Humane Society, and Raptology.

We believe in the importance of education, literacy, and global perspectives. Organizations working on these goals include Friends of the Marion Public Library, Linn County United Nations Association, and the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities. 

Finally, we believe in protecting our fragile environment and promoting clean energy. Organizations with an environmental focus include Iowa Renewable Energy Association, Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility, and Trees Forever.

We hope that you share our values and will partner with us. You can choose to support our entire network or specific member organizations. You can also choose to make either a one-time donation or monthly donations through payroll deduction. Your gift, no matter the size, will help improve the lives of your fellow Iowans and the environment in which we all live. Thank you for supporting local, Iowa-based nonprofits!

To learn more about Iowa Shares and our member organizations, visit iowashares.org.

CHC: Creating Healthier Communities - a powerful force for health impact in Iowa

CHC is more than a nonprofit—it’s a national catalyst for health impact, resilience, and community transformation. In Iowa, CHC mobilizes a diverse network of over 40 trusted nonprofit partners to address the root causes of poor community health. From mental health and chronic disease to food insecurity and aging, CHC’s impact is deep, local, and lasting.

Through targeted funds like the CHC Mental Health Fund, Hero’s Health Fund, and Healthy Aging and Longevity Fund, CHC empowers Iowans to thrive—especially those facing barriers to care. Whether it’s supporting veterans through suicide prevention programs, helping children with disabilities find permanent homes, or advancing research for diseases like ALS, Parkinson’s, and cancer, CHC’s reach touches every corner of the state.

CHC’s Iowa partners include:

• St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, serving families across the Midwest
• NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley, providing critical mental health support
• Camp Hertko Hollow, offering life-changing experiences for children with diabetes
• Alzheimer’s Association, with chapters in Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, and West Des Moines
• Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Epilepsy Foundation, Breakthrough T1D, and many more

Unlike traditional federated models, CHC gives donors the power to direct their support to specific causes or organizations assuring every dollar aligns with their values and passions. CHC also provides disaster relief, volunteer opportunities, and community resilience programs that respond to urgent needs with speed and compassion.

By choosing CHC, University of Iowa employees invest in a healthier Iowa—where every person, regardless of zip code or background, has the opportunity to thrive.

🔗 Learn more at www.chcimpact.org
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