Our Stories

Financial Security, Strong Families, Successful Kids, Youth Opportunity

Helping Youth Choose a Better Way

Ten-year-old Jackson was dealing with serious discipline issues when a United Way partner agency stepped in to help.

Community Preparedness, Community Resiliency, Financial Security, Independent Living

Providing Stability Amid Pandemic

Before the COVID-19 Pandemic, 20-year-old Carter was well on his way to self-sufficiency.

Community Preparedness, Community Resiliency, Financial Security, Independent Living

Finding a Way Home

When Curbside Chronicle vendors found themselves homeless during COVID-19, United Way and the Homeless Alliance helped provide shelter.

Successful Kids, Youth Opportunity

Meet the Maddox Family

SaNiyah’s entire life depends on her family and help from the team at Special Care.

Day of Caring 2022

More than 400 volunteers served various Partner Agencies for Day of Caring 2022.

Goodwill Virtual Reality Tour - 12-1-2022

WayFinder: Where Are They Now?

Journey with us as we visit our past WayFinder Innovation Grant recipients and learn more about the impact their funded programs have on the community

United Way of Central Oklahoma Adds The CARE Center to Partner Agency Network

United Way of Central Oklahoma welcomed The CARE Center to its network of nonprofit Partner Agencies during its regular board meeting on September 29. Based ...

Mission: ‘Helping Others Helps You’

Volunteering is one of the greatest gifts life can give. Learn how lives are changed at Central Oklahoma Camp and Conference Center.

The Miracle of Angel

Fostering a child changes more than just one life.

Boots of Hope

One area nonprofit is changing the scope of what homeless outreach looks like -- one boot at a time.

Single Mom Lifted Up by Pivot

Learn how a local nonprofit got a young, single mother back on solid ground.

Finding Light in Loss

A strong support for self is crucial after life-altering loss.

Disrupting Poverty Through After-School Programs

One of the community assets working to disrupt poverty is after-school programs for youth.

United Way of Central Oklahoma President and CEO, Debby Hampton, awarding Mental Health Association's MJ Clausen the WayFinder Innovation Grant

United Way of Central Oklahoma Announces Third Year of WayFinder Innovation Grant Opportunity

United Way of Central Oklahoma invites local nonprofits to submit new and innovative approaches to address health and human service needs in central Oklahoma to ...

Disrupting Poverty

Is a post-poverty community possible? In the latest edition of Vital Signs, read how our Partner Agencies are working to disrupt poverty for good.

Providing Opportunities for Children Who Need it Most

When you donate to United Way, you support a network of Partner Agencies that provide children with a safe place to go after school.

Impact Areas

From advancing healthy community, youth opportunity, and financial security to strengthening local resiliency, United Way mobilizes communities to action so all can thrive.

Healthy Community

We improve access to nutritious food and quality health education and services, so people have the resources they need to lead healthy lives. Together, we can improve health and well-being for all.

Youth Opportunity

We create pathways for young people to reach their goals, from early childhood education to college and career success. Together, we are helping young people realize their full potential.

Financial Security

We connect people to education, tools, and job training so they have financial freedom and peace of mind. Together, we can create a stronger financial future for every generation.

Community Resiliency

We help communities prepare for, prevent, and respond to challenges, from crisis support and disaster relief to environmental protection. Together, we can address urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.