Success Stories


"What Matters"

The money you contribute to United Way produces positive results and changes lives right here in Broome County--that's what matters! In fact, a donation to United Way is the best way to help the most people in our community.

Donations to United Way are distributed to our member agencies and services to partially fund more than 100 programs that help local people. Below are some specific examples from each of the six areas of community service funded by United Way, as described in the issues of our monthly publication, What Matters (formerly United Way Report). To view these examples you will need Adobe Reader. To download a free copy of this software, click here.

Helping Young People Succeed
Binghamton Boys and Girls Club enables youth to succeed (April 2004) Boy Scouts gives disabled teens new opportunities (January 2005) Boys and Girls Club of Western Broome sets youth up for success (May 2005) Broome County Catholic Youth Organization recognizes teenagers for community leadership (June 2001) Crime Victims Assistance Center strengthens kids (July 2003) Cub Scout pack organized for residents of low-income apartments (December 2000) Girl Scout program helps 10-year-old raise self esteem (March 2000) Girl Scouts makes disabled girl's dream come true (June 2003) Planned Parenthood helps parents talk to teens (December 2005) Ready by 21: ready for work, for college, for life! (September 2007) Salvation Army gives teen girl a brighter future (November 2003) Urban League and Jewish Community Center offer combined summer program (July 2002)
Building a Stronger Community
American Civic Association: helping new neighbors to build a better community (June 2002) Are you prepared for the next Broome County disaster? (December 2006) Born Learning offers education opportunities for young children (April 2005) Community Planning helps groups solve problems within Broome County (April 1999) Day of Caring: award-winning local volunteer activity (August 2005) Family Violence Prevention Council aids Broome County (April 2006) First Call for Help: information and assistance you can use (April 2001) Grant helps area disabled secure employment (October 2005) Modest income family gets tax refund, thanks to EITC (January 2006) Team Tech comes to the rescue of local non-profits (February 2003) Thanks to donors, United Way agencies helped local flood victims (July 2006) United Way assisting in rebuilding after local flood (August 2006) United Way work with coalition to improve child care in Broome County (September 2001) Voluntary Action Center helps individuals find rewarding activities (February 1999) Volunteers help non-profit organizations fulfill their missions (Special Edition)
Strengthening Families
ARC Summer Program offers participants a sense of worth (June 2006) Association for Retarded Citizens helps the disabled have fun and make friends (October 2003) CASA comes to the aid of young boy in foster care (February 2005) Catholic Social Services on Dating, Love, and Marriage (August 2002) Catholic Social Services strengthens local families (March 2006) Crime Victims Assistance Center--a beacon of hope, lighting the way (April 2000) Day Nursery cares for kids while parents go to school (May 2003) Family and Children's Society advocates for children (April 2003) Family and Children's Society supports reuniting military families (February 2006) Functional Family Therapy helps families in crisis (June 2004) JCC offers working parents excellent childcare (November 2005) Literacy Volunteers improves lives through reading (March 2003) Students speak out about dating violence (July 2007) Wilson Children's Center, a positive place for young families (April 2007)
Assisting Older Adults
Action for Older Persons helps adults plan for end of life (May 2002) Action for Older Persons helps those with limited means (February 2007) Deposit Foundation helps seniors get around (September 2003) Johnson City Senior Center keeps seniors active (May 2004) RSVP allows Broome County seniors to both contribute and socialize (January 2002) RSVP helps seniors stay connected to the community (August 2004)
Promoting Health and Wellness
Arthritis Foundation helps member fight against arthritis (March 2004) Boys and Girls Club of Western Broome has something for both young and old (April 2002) Chemical Dependency Prevention helps educate about alcohol and drug abuse (May 1999) Handicapped Children's Association improves quality of life for kids with disabilities (August 2003) Jewish Community Center helps with rehabilitation and staying in shape (May 2000) Man finds new direction for his life thanks to YMCA (March 2005) Mental Health Association clients help themselves (May 2006) National MS Society provides support to people with MS (November 2004) Planned Parenthood: Helping parents to discuss the difficult topic of s-e-x (March 2002) Support group helps parents with special needs children (February 2000)
Responding to Emergencies/Fighting Hunger and Homelessness
American Red Cross united separated family members (February 2004) Food pantry uses innovative method of distribution (August 2007) Legal Aid provides legal services to those in need (January 2003) Legal Aid Society gives one woman a second chance (March 2007) Man gets a second chance at life through help of YMCA (February 2002) Mental Health Association's Project Uplift gives homeless teen a lift (November 2002) Red Cross assists Broome County couple following fire at their home (January 2000) Salvation Army helps young man with assistance from other agencies (August 2000) SOS Shelter--more than just a big house in a small town (March 2001) SOS Shelter provides a safe haven for women, children (July 2004) Success for many at YWCA is achieved in small steps (December 2007) YWCA emergency housing program is a safety net for area women (June 2000) YWCA helps women become self-sufficient (December 2003)

Updated: August 10, 2007

United Way of Broome County
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Binghamton, NY 13902-0550
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