United Way of the River Cities

Funded Partners

2011-2012 Funded Partners and Programs

 

Through CPR/First Aid training, more individuals will have employable skills and vital life-saving training. In partnership with American Red Cross-CPR

Senior Backpack program-Vulnerable seniors are informed on how to prevent and prepare for disasters, which ensures greater safety in their homes In partnership with American Red Cross- Senior Services

Emergency assistance to victims of disaster-services include temporary shelter, food, clothing, etc. In partnership with American Red Cross-Disaster Services

Children are matched with a caring adult in a mentoring relationship that will positively impact confidence, competence, and caring.  In partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Tri-State

Ensures that young children in the River Cities are provided with warm clothing, (hats, coats, gloves, etc.), during the winter, while educating high school students about grants and fundraising processes.
In partnership with The Big Cover Up, a United Way of the River Cities initiative

Power Hour program provides daily after-school homework help which results in improved grades and test scores; and, activities which engage parents in students’ school work.  In partnership with Boys and Girls Club of Huntington

Collaboratively working to reduce local substance abuse with strong collaborative partnerships and community ownership, using awareness, education, and community-wide solutions. CCSAPP works to raise community awareness; provide substance abuse prevention education; increase community access to substance abuse prevention information and promote efforts to decrease risk factors and increase protective factors for Cabell County youth.
In partnership with Cabell County Substance Abuse Prevention Partnership United Way of the River Cities is a coalition member

Quality child care by professional staff in which those children with special needs will be addressed; children will attain or exceed developmental milestones; families will remain employed or in school because of affordable child care.  In partnership with Children’s Place

Provide medical services for homeless individuals such as medical dental, and eye exams, counseling sessions, hygiene supplies, and prescription medication.
In partnership with Cabell Huntington Coalition for the Homeless

Emergency food supply for individuals/families; infant essentials; personal care and household items; clothing.  In partnership with Cridlin Food and Clothing Pantry

Children with disabilities are screened for delays and deficits free of charge; qualifying patients will have an individualized plan, will achieve their goals with family support.  Services provided on a sliding scale.  In partnership with Developmental Therapy Center

Free medical care for qualifying individuals including prescriptions and referrals. 
In partnership with Ebenezer Medical Outreach

Work to strengthen communities by identifying and tracking the underlying causes of the financial hardships facing today’s families in addition to free tax preparation for hard working families.
In partnership with Financial $tability Partnership, a United Way of the River Cities Initiative

Residents of Golden Girl group home (home for girls who have been physically and/or sexually abused) will receive tutoring on homework and access to educational software that will result in improved test scores, grades, greater self-esteem and positive behaviors.
In partnership with Golden Girl Group Home

Work with parents on appropriate parenting skills so they can understand these skills; can identify anger triggers and successfully utilize coping skills; will recognize potential abusive situations;  and will improve daily functioning.  In partnership with Goodwill Industries– Family Counseling

Those completing life skills program will be better able to make good choices in personal and professional lives; experience a reduction in negative behaviors that hinder employment; and, employers will report a higher satisfaction rate with those in internships and permanent job placement.  In partnership with Goodwill Industries– Life Skills

Substance abuse recovery made available to individuals without cost, and are subsequently able to abstain from alcohol and other substances; will learn a new skill for employment or will further their education; will recognize and understand reasons for behavior.  In partnership with The Healing Place

Food for homeless individuals/families and families in need in the community. 
In partnership with Ironton City Welfare Mission

Quality child care service provided by professionals which help children achieve developmental milestones and helps parents/caregivers to remain in school or employed. 
In partnership with Kiwanis Day Care Center

Food baskets and hygiene kits for families in need.
In partnership with Mason County Homeless Shelter, a program of Southwestern Community Action Council

Food for individuals and families in need. In partnership with New Baptist Church

School staff are better able to identify different forms of bullying and classroom strategies that can prevent and reduce bullying; students and parents are better able to recognize signs of bullying and methods to prevent and address bullying.  In partnership with Step by Step – Lincoln County

Work to ensure that all children in the River Cities will be ready physically, mentally, developmentally, emotionally and socially to begin kindergarten. 
In partnership with Success By 6®, a United Way of the River Cities Initiative

Early childhood educators receive scholarships to further their education, resulting in better trained child care providers, lower turnover rates of teachers, which aids in learning for the children. 
In partnership with TEACH

Tutor training, and assessment of students.  Students will improve their reading and math skills, which improves quality of life and ability to be employed.  In partnership with Tri-State Literacy Council

Utilities payment assistance for individuals and families in need. 
In partnership with West End Ministerial Alliance

Scholarships for individuals and families at local agencies such as Huntington City Mission, Golden Girl and Branches Domestic Violence Shelter in order to provide a safe, healthy place to exercise.
In partnership with YMCA – Scholarship program

Improve overall fitness of child participants including flexibility, endurance, cardiovascular response and a reduction of BMI for some participants.  In partnership with YMCA – Kid’s Fit