Power Up Our Community
Supporting 80+ Programs and Services Across Berks County
United Way brings people together, so no one faces life’s challenges alone and everyone has the opportunity to build a stable future.
By investing in trusted local partners and leading initiatives to empower youth, strengthen health, build stability, and support in times of crisis, we help families get through today and thrive tomorrow.
Join us and support the 2026 Fromm United Way Campaign
This year, every dollar goes further. New pledges will be matched at 100%. Pledge increases will be matched at 50%
How can you participate?
- Make a pledge to United Way through the personal link in your email
- Vote for your favorite member of the leadership team to kiss a donkey
- Donate food to our food pantry collection drive
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Scroll to learn more about why we partner with United Way to change lives right here in Berks County.
Our Goal
TOGETHER, WE IMPACT FOUR KEY AREAS FOUNDATIONAL TO A GOOD LIFE
Empower Youth
Your support helps youth reach their potential through school readiness and mentorship programs that span from early learning to high school.
Strengthen Health
Your contributions help neighbors connect with programs providing physical and mental health support.
Build Stability
Your support helps create employment and self-sufficiency pathways for individuals and families, leading to a stronger community for all.
Support in Crisis
Your generosity helps us to provide immediate relief for those facing crisis, from housing and utilities to our 24/7 211 helpline.
Your Gift Will Change Lives
Programs
People Helped
Dollars Invested Last Year
Each year, United Way’s investments touch lives in every corner of Berks County. This map brings to life the number of residents helped in each school district last year, from rural and suburban locations to the City of Reading. United Way helps everywhere, thanks to donors like you.
The Stories Behind the Impact
From the Ashes: Overcoming Disaster Together
On a cold morning in Reading, Pennsylvania, on Sep. 4, 2025, 38 people watched their lives burn. At 5:30 a.m., a devastating fire ravaged three buildings and 10 apartment units, leaving 28 adults and 10 children homeless in minutes. But thanks to the support of the...
From the Sidelines to Center Stage: Zahavah’s Story of Growth
Growth doesn’t always announce itself loudly. For Zahavah Oliveras, growth began quietly in the sixth grade at the Olivet Boys & Girls Club in Berks County. Her journey was made possible through the strategic investment and partnership of the United Way of Berks...
Opening New Doors: Doug’s Journey to Stability
For Doug Dimmig, education once felt like a luxury he couldn’t afford. His children have always been his priority. As a young father, Doug left high school to care for them. Years later, as a single parent, navigating a divorce, the idea of finishing his education,...