our impact

United Way invests in programs focused on championing children and providing pathways out of poverty. Through funding and community engagement, we empower positive change for thousands of our Southwest Missouri neighbors across 14 counties.

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Recent Success Stories

Featured image for “UWO 2023-24 Pillar Award winners are inspirations for community leadership, innovation and advocacy”
Aug. 30, 2024

UWO 2023-24 Pillar Award winners are inspirations for community leadership, innovation and advocacy

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Jul. 23, 2024

Community Leaders Helm United Way of the Ozarks 2024-25 Community Campaign Cabinet

Featured image for “United Way of the Ozarks provides new two-year funding for 20 programs that champion children and provide pathways out of poverty”
Jul. 01, 2024

United Way of the Ozarks provides new two-year funding for 20 programs that champion children and provide pathways out of poverty

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Jun. 24, 2024

Jeff Frederick, Drury University president, joins United Way of the Ozarks board of directors

Featured image for “Volunteers donate $211,000 worth of work through United Way of the Ozarks 2024 Day of Caring”
Jun. 20, 2024

Volunteers donate $211,000 worth of work through United Way of the Ozarks 2024 Day of Caring