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- EIN 58-1341880
- 3050 Medical Ctr Pkwy Floor 2 Murfreesboro TN 37129-3943 USA
- www.yourlocaluw.org
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Mission: The united way of rutherford and cannon counties mission is to improves lives by advancing opportunities for education, health and financial stability for all. Its vision is to be the primary community solutions leader for human services.
Programs: The united way takes pride in being an accountable, efficient and transparent community impact organization. Investing in the united way leads to strengthening neighborhoods, bolstering the health of the community, and creating long-term change in the lives of community members every day. Education is the cornerstone for success in school, work and life. Last year, the united way invested $643,002 into educational program partnerships, provided 1,500 students with back to school kits, and integrated the rutherford county books from birth program into its operations. A decent income is necessary for a life that guarantees more choices, freedom and opportunity. The united way invested $726,432 into program partnerships focused on income in 2014-15. This year, the united way filed nearly 730 tax returns through its volunteer income tax assistance program, resulting in a $1,011,650 return into rutherford and cannon counties. In the areas of health and rebuilding lives, united way invested $859,289 into 2014-15 program partnerships. Through its partnership with the familywize prescription discount program, the united way saved rutherford and cannon county residents $621,000. Last year, 12 school playgrounds were refurbished to encourage children to be active and make healthy choices.