A United Way is a volunteer-led, nonprofit organization located in a geographic community that seeks and addresses the root causes of key issues, is accountable for stewardship of resources and is accountable for short-term and long-term results.

United Way’s global network provides the foundation for increased community impact in all communities. It consists of interdependent capabilities distributed at the global, regional, national and local levels, strengthened by centers of excellence.

For more information go to: http://worldwide.unitedway.org/