Making an Impact


We create solutions to Greater New Haven’s most pressing challenges in the areas of education, health, and financial stability. Every person deserves the opportunity to live to their full potential, and together with partners, donors and volunteers work to make that happen.

Thriving Children

Making sure every child has the tools and support to learn, grow, and thrive.

Financial Security

Helping our neighbors build strong financial foundations for long-term success.

Healthy Food & Stable Housing

Building a community where everyone has access to nourishing food and a place to…
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Who We Are


Everyone deserves to be part of a thriving community.
That’s why United Way works to increase access to food and stable housing, advance the well-being of children, promote economic mobility, and work towards a better future for all.

Thriving Children

Making sure every child has the tools and support to learn, grow, and thrive.

Financial Security

Helping our neighbors build strong financial foundations for long-term success.

Healthy Food & Stable Housing

Building a community where everyone has access to nourishing food and a place to call home.

Latest News and Updates


Mercedes Impact Story
"I'm a single mom of four. A couple years ago their father passed away, so now it’s just me. I am a lab assistant, so I make more than the minimum…
Winter School Break Groceries Over the holiday break, many New Haven Public School families faced added pressure to ensure they had enough food to…
Daiveyanah
Daiveyanah, a mother of two and a guardian to her younger brother, is a graduate of United Way's Parent Leadership Training Institute.  She credits…

Latest News & Updates

Mercedes Impact Story
"I'm a single mom of four. A couple years ago their father passed away, so now it’s just me. I am a lab assistant, so I make more than the minimum…
Winter School Break Groceries Over the holiday break, many New Haven Public School families faced added pressure to ensure they had enough food to…
Daiveyanah
Daiveyanah, a mother of two and a guardian to her younger brother, is a graduate of United Way's Parent Leadership Training Institute.  She credits…
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Lives Impacted This Year

88,000+

total lives impacted

42,000+

people fed and housed

4,200+

volunteers gave over 10,000 hours
31Mar
5:00PM - 8:30PM
Haven Beer Company, Hamden, CA 06518