“Our mission is to ensure every member of our communities have the tools to thrive, by promoting access to resources and mobilizing collective action for the common good.”

The Impact of A United Way Partnership

  • 7,459 Nights of Lodging Provided

    Pekin Salvation Army’s, Rust Transitional Center: 2022 Annual Stats

  • Helped 775 people affected by 210 local disasters, including floods and home fires.

    2023 Report from Central IL Chapter of the American Red Cross, Stat is Chapter Wide*

  • 3,524 Scouts aged 6-21 participating in scouting programs.

    W.D. Boyce Council - Scouting Programs 2022 Region Data

  • 17,160 Case Management Sessions & 87 Individuals Placed Into Permanent Housing

    Pekin Salvation Army’s, Pathway of Hope Program: 2022 Annual Stats

  • Trained 9,912 people in lifesaving skills such as First Aid, CPR & AED, aquatics, and babysitting.

    2023 Report from Central IL Chapter of the American Red Cross, Stat is Chapter Wide*

  • 41,115 students reached with prevention education programs

    FY23 From Center for Prevention of Abuse

  • 215,475 meals home delivered to senior citizens & 38,566 meals served to children after school and in the sumer

    Neighborhood House

  • 1,683 Toys Distributed to 561 Children & 348 Winter Coats Handed Out

    Pekin Salvation Army’s, Holiday Assistance Programs: 2022 Annual Stats

  • 97% of "littles" say they are sure they'll graduate high school, and 93% say they feel they have a special adult in their life they can trust

    *Heart of IL Big Brothers/Big Sisters

  • 9,169 nights in safe shelter provided

    FY23 From Center for Prevention of Abuse

  • Collected 33,479 units of blood at 1,514 blood drives.

    2023 Report from Central IL Chapter of the American Red Cross, Stat is Chapter Wide*

  • More than 1,200 children going through court systems have no current advocate.

    CASA Data from the 10th Judicial Circuit Court Region

  • Assisted with 2,042 orders of protection for victims of violence

    FY23 From Center for Prevention of Abuse

  • 15,806 Lives Impacted Within the Past Year

    FamilyCore 2023 Data

Community Supporters

“Our vision is connected communities, where every action elevates the health, education, and financial stability of every resident, making our area a model of success and resilience.”

Current and Upcoming Events & Fundraisers

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