Making an Impact


This could involve supporting local charities, sponsoring community events, or simply offering a helping hand to those in need. These actions create a ripple effect that contributes to the overall well-being of your community.

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Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential from birth to graduation.

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Health Equity

Improving health and well-being, especially vulnerable populations.

Community Resiliency

Addressing immediate needs today to strengthen the community and prepare for tomorrow.

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Self Sufficiency

Creating a ready workforce and a stronger financial future for every generation.

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MAKING AN IMPACT


Last year alone, United Way programs impacted the lives of local individuals 52,213 times. From helping children succeed in school and supporting working families to ensuring seniors can age with dignity — United Way creates lasting change for people across Chautauqua County.

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Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential from…

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Health Equity

Improving health and well-being, especially vulnerable…

Community Resiliency

Addressing immediate needs today to strengthen the…

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Self Sufficiency

Creating a ready workforce and a stronger financial…

Latest News and Updates


United Way To Recognize Late James S. Bickhart With 2025 Joseph H. Mason Award Recpient To Be Recognized During Annual "Salute To Labor" Dinner To…
Request For ProposalUnited Way of Chautauqua County 2025-2027 Funding Cycle In 2024, the United Way of Northern Chautauqua County and the United Way…
Since 2014, United Way of Southern Chautauqua has approached our community impact strategy and funding focus utilizing an outcome-based approach.…

Latest News and updates

United Way To Recognize Late James S. Bickhart With 2025 Joseph H. Mason Award Recpient To Be Recognized During Annual "Salute To Labor" Dinner To…
Request For ProposalUnited Way of Chautauqua County 2025-2027 Funding Cycle In 2024, the United Way of Northern Chautauqua County and the United Way…
Since 2014, United Way of Southern Chautauqua has approached our community impact strategy and funding focus utilizing an outcome-based approach.…
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How We've Helped

1,975

school children across six school districts were read to during Literacy Week 2025.

$8,760

worth of new baby items were collected during the 2025 Community Baby Shower.

18,535

families had their basic & emergency needs met last year due to United Way…
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