United Way of Mesa County

ABOUT US United Way of Mesa County does what no single organization can do. We connect and mobilize resources, people, and passion in strategic ways to achieve our goals, transform Mesa County, and change the story for thousands of people. Founded in 1959 in Grand Junction, Colorado, United Way of Mesa County (UWMC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that raises money from the community to fund local programs that address community concerns. IMPACT AREAS Sixty-five years serving Mesa County. Programs funded by UWMC currently serve about 50,000 people in Mesa County. UWMC funds programs provided by health and human service agencies in Mesa County. This year, we are funding 34 programs at 26 different local nonprofit agencies. The programs address a variety of social problems focused on: YOUTH OPPORTUNITY Impact focus for July–October Helping Young People Realize Their Full Potential FINANCIAL SECURITY Impact Focus for November — February Building financial stability and strength HEALTHY COMMUNITY Impact Focus for March — June Improving health and well-being for all in Mesa County