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Break barriers and empower our community. United Way works with local organizations to provide Lubbock with essential resources and support for safety, finances, education, and healthcare.
We’re providing the Lubbock community with economic mobility, mental health, safety, and educational resources.
United Way aims to mobilize ALICE individuals by offering their households with emergency rent and utility support. Financial literacy classes and resources are also available! To learn more, click here.
We partner with organizations to provide mental health resources, hearing aids, medicines, and more. Learn more about our health programs.
United Way values your safety. We work closely with Women’s Protective Services, Voice of Hope, and other organizations to provide food, shelter, and mental health resources. Learn more about how we can provide safety by reading more about our programs.
Build early foundations with the United We Read, adult education programs, and more! Learn more about which programs we provide.
Economic Mobility
Since 1946, Lubbock Area United Way has worked to address the root issues of the most significant challenges facing our South Plains communities to create lasting, positive change.
We’re dedicated to providing resources that empower individuals in our community. We partner with organizations and business in Lubbock to provide financial, educational, safety, and health care support.
Tackle tough challenges and seek new opportunities with Lubbock Area United Way. Together, we can mobilize Lubbock to create a stronger, equitable community.
Our community sponsors make an impact in a big way. See the programs and resources they offer Lubbock individuals and families.
Stay up to date on all our latest news and media. Whether we’re hosting events or taking time to volunteer, we’re always making progress.
All funds in the Campaign go into the Community Fund unless a donor designates a specific agency or other United Way. On an annual basis, United Way Volunteers evaluate overall community needs and United Way funded programs. Money is then allocated based on these evaluations and the recommendations of the volunteer committees. The Community Fund is the best way to help the most people and meet the greatest needs in our community.
In the spring, trained volunteers evaluate community needs and the services provided by United Way Community Partners. This review assures that all gifts are used in a manner that best meets the needs of our community. These volunteers make funding recommendations to the United Way Board of Directors for final approval. To find out more or to find out how you can volunteer, visit our website.
Lubbock Area United Way has specific policies against pressuring anyone to give. The decision to give is a personal one and up to each individual. No one should be pressured or coerced into giving. Read Lubbock Area United Way’s full Voluntary Giving Policy and Donor Bill of Rights.
The money raised in Lubbock stays in the area. Our organization sends approximately 1.5% of the total amount raised to United Way Worldwide and United Ways of Texas as our membership fee. This fee provides us with invaluable national and state fundraising opportunities, marketing, and staff training support.
Yes, gifts to Lubbock Area United Way are tax deductible. Donors should consult their tax
professional.
Yes, the designated contribution section at the bottom of the pledge form allows donors to pick a specific agency to receive their gift. The donor may pick a maximum of two Lubbock Area United Way Community Partners (listed on the back of the pledge form) or another United Way. Donors may give to both the United Way Community Fund and to a specific agency or other United Way. There is a minimum of $50 for each selection.
While Lubbock Area United Way partners with several agencies considered to be faith-based, United Way is not represented by any one particular faith. Partner agencies providing United Way-funded services do not discriminate based on religion, faith, or denomination.
No organization funded by Lubbock Area United Way is involved in providing abortion services.
Please feel free to email info@lubbockunitedway.org with any additional questions. Our site also offers extensive information at lubbockunitedway.org.
Lubbock Area United Way is an organization dedicated to mobilizing our community through support and resources.
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