What We’ve Already Achieved Together
Unite to Fuel Change
When we unite as changemakers, we can disrupt systems, unlock human potential, change narratives, create equitable solutions and advocate for policies that result in lasting change.
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THE NEED FOR CHANGE IS NOW
We live in a world where divisions and poverty affect everyone. The COVID-19 pandemic and global civil unrest have forced a reckoning with long-standing systemic racism and oppression that has manifested in deep and predictable disparities in our community.
When we unite as changemakers, we can disrupt systems and address the challenges no one can solve alone.
CHANGEMAKER [cheynj-mey-ker]
noun | A person or organization that sees the problems in the world around them, identifies solutions and takes action to transform their communities.
Through Our Collective Efforts, We Have Helped More Than 500,000 Individuals and Supported 124 Nonprofit Organizations
$4.8M RAISED FOR COVID-19 RELIEF EFFORTS.
$3.2M RAISED FOR SMALL BUSINESSES OWNED BY BLACK, INDIGENOUS AND PEOPLE OF COLOR IN THE WAKE OF CIVIL UNREST.
THROUGH THE 211 HELPLINE, WE IDENTIFIED AND ADDRESSED A 300% INCREASE IN THE NEED FOR HUMAN SERVICES IN 2020.
EVERYONE HAS A ROLE TO PLAY
Greater Twin United Way creates lasting change by coupling strategy and data with compassion and inclusion in these five areas of our work.
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United Way 211 provides referrals to 40,000+ statewide resources and services to ensure people have their basic needs met. -
We strengthen and support the nonprofit sector by connecting leaders, training teams, and providing grants and technical assistance. -
We are positioned to lead and influence government decision-makers to pass and implement policy and funding to support immediate needs and systemic change. -
Through collaboration with community partners, businesses and donors, we create new solutions that drive positive, lasting change. -
As a trusted philanthropic partner, we align corporate social responsibility goals and passions with community needs to solve problems no one can solve alone.
Your Role as a Changemaker
Explore what it means to be a changemaker, and to make an impact in your community with Greater Twin Cities United Way.