United Way Of The Dutchess-Orange Region Inc

Programs: Health united way strives to help children and young adults identify and pursue healthy lifestyles by improving access to nutritious foods and providing education about nutrition and the importance of a healthy diet. United way also arms students with the knowledge and skills to identify and prevent instances of domestic violence, bullying and abuse.

income the programs are geared to help individuals and families become financially stable and independent. United way strives to guarantee seniors and low- income individuals access to free, reliable tax preparation services and helps to educate them about other programs available to help stretch limited resources. We provide access to sources to assist low-income workers through a hardship to prevent them from falling into a financial crisis and to programs that teach children and adults the skills necessary to become financially stable.

education united way focuses on children and youth to help them achieve their potential through education. Services provided through partner organizations include administering, screening and intervention in a child's early years so that children enter school ready to succeed. We support families and caregivers with education about how children and youth learn so that economic status will not be a barrier to success. United way helps address literacy needs at an early age so children can develop in the world around them as well as provide safe environments where children can learn leadership skills.

donor directed gifts- grants to 501(c)(3) charities directed by the organization's donors.