LIGHT THE WAY

Every day, in every community in Southeastern Michigan, there are families struggling to afford basic needs like food, shelter and child care. Whether providing immediate help during times of crisis or building a foundation for long-term stability, United Way is there to Light The Way to a brighter future. It’s only possible because of your support.

When families struggle to pay a utility bill or put food on the table, United Way’s 2-1-1 helpline connects them with the resources they need to get by.

When students risk falling behind due to a lack of access to reading materials or technology, United Way is there to distribute books, laptops and other tools.

And as our community works to address racial and systemic inequities in Southeastern Michigan, United Way is there to provide grant funding and support to local organizations focused on racial justice and equity work.

Your support powers this work. Together, we can advance equitable communities where every households is stable and all children can thrive. Please consider making a gift during our United Way Giving Campaign.

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Making a difference together

Let’s make a difference together.

Did you know that nearly 40 percent of households in our communities struggle to afford basic needs? These households are at constant risk of hunger, homelessness or worse.

By donating to United Way for Southeastern Michigan, you can change that. Now serving Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties, your dollar stays local and goes further with United Way.

Together, the University of Michigan and United Way Light The Way to a better future for those in need. Your support funds programs like United Way’s 2-1-1 helpline, which connects callers with lifesaving resources in times of crisis. And through advocacy and investment, you also help United Way create the sustainable, long-term changes needed to build stronger, more equitable communities.

Our partnership allows us to be a force for growth and prosperity in the communities where we live and serve. Your generosity enriches lives and helps Light The Way to a better future. Your gift will help United Way create real, lasting change for our neighbors. Click the Give Now buttons on this page to get started!