strong families

we are an issue - focused united way.

We work to support and sustain individuals and families in Burke County, NC by fostering Self-Sufficiency & Youth Success through Community Collaboration.

Self-Sufficiency

Empowering individuals and families to develop plans and goals to move from surviving to thriving.

Youth Success

Providing opportunities for youth that fosters success in school, career, and beyond.

PROGRAMS & Events

Youth Success

Read Across America

Build-A-Backpack

Toys for Tots

Self-Sufficiency

Financial Empowerment Program

Childcare Assistance Program

cOMMUNITY cOLLABORATION

As we build strategic partnerships & rally volunteers, we invite you to help provide pathways for our Burke County neighbors by learning the many different ways you can support.

Our Community Collaborations

Emerging Leaders ~ 1BurkeGives ~ Burke Wellness Initiative

Emergency Food & Shelter Program ~ Burke Substance Abuse Network (BSAN)

What we do with your investment

$20 Purchases 2 backpacks filled with school supplies

$40 Pays Child Care Registration Fees for 1 student for Before/Afterschool Care OR Summer Camp

$60 Pays for 1 week of Before & Afterschool Care for 1 Student

$100 Provides 4 one-on-one Financial Coaching Sessions with a Certified Financial Counselor

$150 Provides 1 Week of YMCA Summer Camp for 1 student