We are a non-profit organization working in urban and rural communities across India to identify and implement the most impactful solutions to community problems. Our mission is to improve lives by mobilising the caring power of communities to advance the common good.
We are part of a 130+ year old international network spread across 41 countries. Through our network we raise over $5 billion annually and impact up to 50 million people every year by focusing on education, livelihood and health - the building blocks for a good quality of life and a strong community. We envision a world where every community is a strong one, with jobs that pay a liveable wage, good schools and a healthy environment. Around the world, the United Way network engages people and organizations in innovative solutions that are transforming that vision into reality.
Based on a deep understanding of the Indian development sector, we have distilled five priority areas, and created solutions that go beyond short-term charity. These five areas of focus encompass the most pressing social problems of our communities and the solutions are designed to address their root causes.
The best philanthropy solutions have the community at the centre; are strategic and evidence-based; implemented with depth and monitored with rigour. As philanthropy advisors, we help donors channelize their social investments to generate the greatest impact. We do this through three key steps:
