Our Mission

As the central hub within the nonprofit sector in West Tennessee, we unite people in ways that improve each person’s access to health, education, and financial stability.

COVID-19 Survey

Back in the spring, we released a COVID-19 Community Survey to better understand how families in West TN have been impacted by the pandemic. Please take 5 minutes to complete the follow-up survey below, so we can learn how things have changed over time. Your feedback is incredibly important and will inform the future decisions we make to better serve our community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How well do you know United Way of West Tennessee? Did you know that United Way was created to provide assistance during times of communal challenges similar to the effects of COVID-19? We wanted to take a moment to explain who we are and how our work helps a community thrive, especially during times like these. To learn more about us and our response to COVID-19, visit our frequently asked questions.

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Meet ALICE

Being employed is not always the same as being able to make ends meet. That's why United Ways of Tennessee have partnered together to release new data that will more effectively indicate what it takes to survive in West Tennessee.

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Our Impact This Year

Agency Partners

62
Programs Funded

80
2018-2019 Dollars Raised

1,632,248
People Helped

70,919

News & Notes

September 14, 2020

Drive for Gently Used Devices

United Way of West Tennessee is hosting a drive from Sept. 14 through Sept. 25. and is accepting gently used devices for students in school districts around West Tennessee who lack access to virtual classrooms.

July 13, 2020

"Be the Change" Outdoor Film Series on Equity and Justice

As the community seeks further unity and effective change, United Way of West Tennessee and the Jackson Chamber have partnered together to host the "Be the Change" Outdoor Film Series on Equity and Justice each Saturday evening from July 11-August 1.

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Thank you.

My name is Tiffany. I became a drug addict at the age of 12. My drug addiction led me to leave my husband and kids and enter the life of prostitution. But thankfully, I met the director of the Scarlet Rope Project in the Madison County jail. Scarlet Rope provided everything I needed to heal and grow. I am currently employed, have my kids back in my life, and have friends that want me around. I see people all the time that don't even recognize me, and that's the proof that I've been redeemed. Because of United Way's support, the Scarlet Rope Project saved my life.