About Us

Who We Are

United Way of Lapeer County is made up of dozens of community volunteers who work with our staff

to raise money, invest dollars, shape organizational policy, and more. Money raised in our community

stays in our community. These volunteers are professionals and community representatives from diverse

backgrounds who bring a variety of talents to the organization. We are greatful for their support and

tireless help.

United Way of Lapeer County has the unique honor of being the oldest and broadest reaching

charity in Lapeer County. Because of our deep roots in the community, we are able to bring

about change in ways that build trust and establish ties between community leaders, businesses,

organizations, and individuals.

We rely on four main strategies to implement our core values and action plans, aiming to change lives

and strengthen our community.

Research – To know where we need to go, we must first understand where we are. United Way
conducts research on homelessness, financial stability, education and health care to offer in-depth
understanding of how poverty affects real people’s lives.
Funding – Thanks to the generous support of community members like you, United Way funds
organizations that serve individuals and families in three key areas: Education, Income and Health.
We aim to make the largest and most lasting impact in the community through a competitive grant
funding process that rewards outstanding organizations who can demonstrate measurable results.
In 2008 we partnered with 17 organizations out of 22 that applied.
Community Partnerships – Big problems require big solutions. United Way builds the kinds of
community partnerships necessary to solve the problems families are facing today. We work
with municipalities, faith groups, schools and agencies to find unique solutions.
Advocacy – We are deeply committed improving lives here in Lapeer County. We advocate
for change both within our alliances, and by supporting legislation aimed at getting homeless
people off the street, giving kids a better education and providing working families with affordable
health care.