COMPASSION IN ACTION
SUPPORT OUR 2026-2027 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
A LETTER FROM OUR CAMPAIGN CHAIR
On a warm summer evening, there is something special about walking down Philadelphia Street in downtown Indiana. The storefronts glow with soft light, families drift from shop to shop, friends gather for dinner, and laughter carries down the sidewalks. It’s the kind of scene that reminds us why we love calling Indiana County home.
Behind the warmth of those moments, though, are the unseen threads that hold a community together—neighbors helping neighbors and quietly stepping forward when someone needs a hand. That spirit is exactly what the United Way of Indiana County represents.
As this year’s Campaign Chair, I am honored to invite you to be part of that work.
Every day across Indiana County, United Way partners with local organizations that support families in crisis, provide meals to seniors, help children succeed in school, and offer stability to people who simply need a chance to get back on their feet. These are not distant causes; they involve our friends, our coworkers, and our neighbors.
What makes United Way special is simple: when our community gives together, we accomplish far more than any of us could alone.
A single contribution becomes tutoring for a child who needs help learning to read. It becomes meals for a senior who might otherwise go hungry. It becomes a lifeline for a family navigating an unexpected hardship.
When you give to United Way, you are investing directly in the strength and compassion of Indiana County.
This year, we invite you to join us in that effort. Whether you give, volunteer, or help spread the word, your participation matters. Each act of generosity strengthens the network of care that makes this community such a remarkable place to live.
Imagine that summer evening on Philadelphia Street again—the lights, the laughter, the feeling that this is a place where people truly look out for one another. Together, we can make sure that feeling extends to every neighbor in Indiana County.
EVENTS:
Campaign Kickoff
Day of Caring
Cash Bash
Pancake & Sausage Day
Turkeython
Gala
Souper Bowl
Annual Community Campaign Celebration
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MAKE AN IMPACT
True to our founding spirit, whenever there is a need in our community, United Way is there. We take a comprehensive approach to addressing local challenges by listening, collaborating, and responding to the needs of our neighbors. From strengthening community resilience to advancing health, expanding youth opportunities, and promoting financial security, we are committed to creating a future where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.
Together, we are building a stronger community and improving lives.
To learn more about our work and the impact we make throughout Indiana County, click here.
COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS
- 211 - 24 Hour Referral and Assistance Hotline
- accessAbilities - Personal Assistance Services Program
- Alice Paul House - Educational Advocacy
- American Red Cross
- Camp Orenda - Summer Health Camp for Persons with Disabilities
- Chevy Chase Community Center - Community Meals and Emergency Food Boxes
- Concordia - IRMC Visiting Nurse Association
- Evergreen After School Club - Kids Connect
- Excellence in Education
- Food and Basic Needs for Students - For Middle School and High School Aged Students
- Food Insecurity Funding - ICCAP, Salvation Army, and Chevy Chase Community Center
- Gap Ministries - Celebrate Life, Recovery & Renewal
- Girl Scouts Western PA
- Indiana Community Garden - Hoop House
- Indiana Arts Council - Youth Arts Celebration
- Indiana High School - Green Bandana Project
- Indiana High School - Pack the Sack - Hiking to Help
- IUP Research Institute - IUP Footlight Players
- Keystone Family Alliance - Growing Care Communities in Indiana County
- Laurel Highlands Council Scouting America - New Cub & Webelos Skills Weekend, Membership Fee Assistance
- LifeSteps - Mobile Resource Center and Child Check
- NAACP - Juneteenth
- Penns Manor Area Elementary - Penns Manor Elementary for Early Literacy
- Penns Manor Foundation - Indiana County Fife & Drum Corps
- Turkeython Distribution
- United Way Student Leadership Team
- Salvation Army - Summer Day Camp and Comprehensive Emergency Assistance
- The Arc of Indiana County - Emergency Preparedness
- The Open Door - Harmonized Communication
- YMCA - Summer Day Camp Wellness, Big Hearts Little Hands, Educational Support Program, and Miracle League Field
PARTNER AGENCIES
OUR IMPACT
3,649
Number of 211 referrals connecting the people to community resources and/or educational materials to solve their needs.
7,807
Children who showed educational, social, and behavioral growth through readiness, after-school, and summer programs.
13,946
Number of people who received essential resources, reducing homelessness, financial strain, and food insecurity.
46
Number of programs or organizations we funded in Indiana County.
CAMPAIGN RAFFLE
Your investment not only helps to create brighter futures, but it will also qualify you to receive a ticket for our campaign raffle. There are two levels of tickets available. All contributors who donate at least $50 to the United Way of Indiana County prior to campaign close will receive a ticket for entry into Tier 1 level prizes. The ticket value for Tier 1 prizes is $.80. All contributors who donate at least $208 per year to the United Way of Indiana County prior to the campaign close will receive a ticket for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Grand Prize levels. The ticket value for Tier 2 prizes is $6.42. No cash equivalent will be provided in lieu of receipt of any prize announced. The drawing will take place on February 26, 2027
For official rules and regulations, please visit www.uwindianacounty.org/campaignraffle.
TIER ONE
- Blink Doorbell
- Gift Certificate to CH Fields Craft Kitchen - Donated by Hilton Garden Inn & CH Fields Craft Kitchen
- Decorative Concrete Garden Bench - Donated by ICTC
- Lucy Rae Gift Basket - Donated by Lucy Rae
TIER TWO
- Blackstone 36" Griddle and Cover - Donated by Romeo's Pizzeria & Mediterranean Kitchen
- 50" Smart TV - Donated by Reliant Holdings, Inc
- Gas Patio Heater - Donated by Lowe's
- 2027 Family Pool Pass for Mack Park - Donated by YMCA
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