Making an Impact


We aspire to be the critical link which brings together our diverse communities to build stronger, healthier and more sustainable communities as cost effectively as possible.

Healthy Community

United Way of Northwest Illinois is committed to…

Youth Opportunity

Early childhood education and care has been identified…

Financial Security

Building financial stability and strength.

Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today and advancing a better…

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Making an Impact


We aspire to be the critical link which brings together our diverse communities to build stronger, healthier and more sustainable communities as cost effectively as possible.

Healthy Community

United Way of Northwest Illinois is committed to…

Youth Opportunity

Early childhood education and care has been identified…

Financial Security

Building financial stability and strength.

Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today and advancing a better…

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Latest News and Updates


Grant Award Announcements coming soon
Grant applications were not opened for the 2025.2026 granting cycle.  Awards will be announced in July, 2025. 

How We've Helped

1500+

children receive a free age-appropriate book delivered to their mailbox each month.

23,000

local residents were impacted just in the last year alone.

$222,800

in grants to local social service agencies for 2026
02Dec
#GivingTuesday is more than a national day of giving; it's a growing movement of nearly 10,000 partners that includes nonprofits, private companies, youth, parents and other members of the community who are committed to making a difference.  
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