Rechael’s Story
When Rachel and her kids moved to Houston to begin anew, she had no one and nowhere to turn. With the help of a Navigator and the United Way of Greater Houston's Integrated Client Journey, she found hope and stability.
2023-24 Annual Report
Check out our 2023-24 Annual Report. It highlights the year-long impact achieved with the help of our community partners, staff, and volunteers in assisting our community in times of need. This work was made possible thanks to the support of donors, corporate sponsors, workplace campaigns, board members, and more.
Michael’s Story
Raising kids as a single parent is hard enough. Fighting every day to keep them, and keep them safe, is the hardest thing Michael has ever done.
Audrey’s Story
When Audrey was five, she visited a United Way-supported health care clinic requiring specialty medical services for a serious eye condition.
Jessica’s Story
With help from the United Way Young Parents’ Child Care Scholarship and United Way THRIVE, Jessica finished school and started a new career.
John’s Story
The Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund helped homebound seniors John and his wife with home-delivered meals, food, and other assistance during the pandemic.
Meet Leticia, a Bright Beginnings Partner
Leticia Herrera from ABC Home Child Care, a United Way Bright Beginnings Child Care Center, talks about how Bright Beginnings helps her best serve children and families.
Meet Cathy from funded partner, ECHOS
Cathy Moore of Funded Partner, ECHOS, talks about how, with United Way's support, ECHOS helps clients land on their feet - and stay there.
Meet Armando from funded partner, MECA
Armando Silva from United Way funded partner, MECA, talks about partnering with United Way to create impact in our community.
Linda’s Story
Linda had been a United Way donor for many years but never thought that she would need United Way’s help herself.
Tyeisha’s Story
Tyeisha was ready to make a change in her career and her life. United Way was here to help.
Dionell’s Story
With her children grown up and out of the house, mother-of-four Dionell was looking for a new career.
Sara’s Story
For Sara, life after service was tough. She had trouble adjusting back into civilian life and was desperate for help when she was connected with United Way Mission United.
Andy’s Story
Andy is a veteran, so when he called the 211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE, he was immediately connected with a veterans specialist and the Mission United network.
Don’s Story
At his wife’s urging, Don finally called 211. He had been in pain for a long time and his wife couldn’t watch him deteriorate any longer.
David’s Story
David, diagnosed with cancer, needed help after becoming unemployed. Thanks to support from people like you, he and his family were able to get through his medical treatment and stay afloat during these difficult times.
Mark’s Story
United Way THRIVE supported Mark in his efforts to build a better life for his family by providing education, job training, coaching, and more.
Christie’s Story
With help from United Way THRIVE, Christie was able to get back on her feet and buy a home for her family after escaping an abusive relationship.
Keyonna’s Story
United Way THRIVE supported Keyonna in her effort to start a new career that would allow her to support her family and spend more time with her kids.
Caroline’s Story
United Way THRIVE was here to help Caroline navigate getting back into the workforce during the pandemic.
Christopher’s Story
After his military service, Christopher turned to United Way THRIVE for help with job training and other skills needed to start a new career.
Darryl’s Story
The mentors he met through a United Way program changed Darryl’s life, influenced him to become an engineer, and inspired him to become a mentor himself.
Daisy’s Story
United Way THRIVE helped Daisy get a job earning 40% more and learn how to manage her finances to help prepare to buy a home for her family.
Marissa’s Story
With support from United Way THRIVE, Marissa gained the financial knowledge and skills to achieve financial stability and purchase a home for her family.
Amanda’s Story
Amanda's success was made possible by generous donors like you. With the help of United Way THRIVE, she found her passion in construction, improved her skills, landed an apprenticeship, and utilized financial stability resources. Now, she aims to buy a home and build her perfect living space.
Susan and Jack’s Story
COVID-19 took a lot from Susan and Jack. The Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund was here to help.
Angela and Craig’s Story
The February 2021 winter storm damaged Angela and Craig's home--and their progress.
Laura’s Story
In United Way Bright Beginnings, Laura’s social and emotional skills blossomed, and she built the foundation to be a star student.
Joseph’s Story
United Way Bright Beginnings helped Joseph develop, grow, and prepare to start and succeed in kindergarten.
Ralston’s Story
A United Way-supported mentoring and enrichment program helped make sure Ralston could see beyond where he grew up, go to college, and pursue his dreams.
Maxine’s Story
United Way-sponsored services, like home-delivered meals and check-ins from volunteers, allow Maxine to remain independent.
Lily and Patsy’s Story
Patsy is a volunteer companion who provides assistance and companionship that help Lily remain independent.