United Way of Central Iowa has been bringing together individuals, businesses, nonprofits, elected officials, and more since 1917 to build a thriving community in central Iowa. Their focus is on the 5 Elements of a Thriving Community: Essential Needs, Early Childhood Success, Education Success, Economic Opportunity, and Health & Well-Being. Through their strategic initiative called UNITED to THRIVE, they organize their work and measure their impact.

United Way of Central Iowa aims to improve lives by uniting the caring power of the community. They envision a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, and they work towards this goal with their core values of Compassion, Integrity, Community Engagement, Responsiveness, Striving for Excellence, and a Focus on Equity. Their focus is on Central Iowa, specifically Polk, Dallas, and Warren counties, where they provide funding, strategies, collaborations, and partnerships.

As a trusted organization, United Way of Central Iowa has earned a four-star rating for 18 consecutive years from Charity Navigator, recognizing their sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. With their dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion, United Way of Central Iowa ensures that everyone in the community has equal access to addressing community issues. They collaborate with various organizations to close equity gaps and create a better future for all.

For more information, you can visit their office in Des Moines or reach out to them through their contact details. United Way of Central Iowa is proud to have achieved a Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, showcasing their commitment to transparency and openness in their operations