Our Impact
By combining their efforts, more than 95,000 United Way of Metropolitan Dallas donors, volunteers and advocates throughout North Texas are creating long-term, community-level improvements. For instance, in just one year, United Way donors helped more than 740,000 people change their lives, including:
- 5,400 children ages 0 to 5 preparing to start kindergarten
- 10,300 youth learning in academically rich afterschool, summer and mentoring programs
- 3,900 low-income individuals learning job skills that can help them get good jobs
- 14,400 people finding and maintaining employment
- 42,000 people receiving treatment for substance abuse and family violence
- 66,000 people gaining access to primary health care services
Read some of their stories below. For more updates on what United Way of Metropolitan Dallas has been doing for our community, sign up today, and join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Success Stories
Student’s college dream realized with Destination: Graduation
In fall 2013, Malik will be the first person in his family to attend college. The North Mesquite senior, who increased his SAT score thanks to Destination: Graduation, shares what he learned in the program with his younger sister and encourages her to follow in his higher-education footsteps. Learn more »
Accessible, high-quality children’s health care “a blessing”
Wraylonta, a single mother of four with limited financial means, found quality health care for her children because of the investments of United Way supporters. Her children are active, healthy and best prepared for long, rewarding lives. Learn more »
Mentors shape lives, provide hope
At a young age, Chadae endured pain and hardship at home. But with help from United Way donors, she developed strength and confidence to pursue her dreams. Now the college freshman says, “I’m a champion and they helped teach me that.” Learn more »
College dreams achieved with readiness program
College wasn’t always a certainty for Demetria. But with help from United Way donors, she gained valuable tools and resources that helped her prepare for college. Ultimately, she earned acceptance to not one, not two, but 17 colleges. Learn more »
Parenting knowledge crucial for family success
First-time mom Ashley, struggling with pregnancy complications, gained valuable parenting tools and understanding to best prepare for the birth of her daughter, who at 3 months old was already standing and holding her own bottle. Learn more »
Parent education creates a stellar future
At age 3, Azarel knew the names of all the planets in English and Spanish — and is sure he will one day go to college. Learn more »
Out-of-school programs create opportunities
Academically rich afterschool and summer programs taught Adalia to study better and inspired her to give back to the community. Learn more »
Free SAT study program helps Dallas teen
For Maria, an 18-year-old senior at Thomas Jefferson High School, Destination: Graduation was both educational and fun. Learn more »
Well-child visits catch heart murmur early
Jimmy receives regular pediatric health care thanks to United Way donors. Learn more »
Job training paves the way for a career
Michael transformed his life when he joined the CitySquare WorkPaths job skills training program. Learn more »