FY 2012 Investment Areas

Community Investment Areas and
FY 2012 Approved Funding:

Summary by Investment Area
Summary by Agency

Self-Sufficiency and Basic Needs -- $3,729,539

Families and individuals in financial distress
People at risk of homelessness and hunger
People who need legal aid
People formerly incarcerated
The working poor

Education, Children and Families -- $3,489,380

Children and families who need developmental opportunities
Children requiring early care/education
Families who need help with child rearing
People with educational disadvantages, preschool and K-6

Learn what United Way is doing about Early Childhood Education

Community Health -- $2,472,232

People who are chronically or terminally ill
People with physically disabling conditions

Behavioral Health -- $2,627,630

People with or at risk of chemical dependency
People with or at risk of mental illness
Families and individuals experiencing violence and abuse

Aging and Special Needs -- $1,568,102

Seniors and adults who need help remaining independent
People who are disaster victims
People who are refugees, immigrants and repatriated individuals

Capacity Building -- $240,160

Public Policy Advocacy
Volunteer Development

Federated Agencies -- $4,045,817

Catholic Charities Health and Human Services
Jewish Federation of Cleveland
United Black Fund

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Upcoming Events

GuitarMania Kickoff
Join us as we kick off GuitarMania Friday, May 25, at 11:30 a.m. at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum! We unveil the 10-ft. Fender® Stratocaster® guitars designed by local artists and celebrities at this free, public event! Get the details

The Mike Benz Retirement Celebration: A Roast & Toast
Please join us for an evening of laughter and celebration as we honor Mike Benz's service as President and CEO of United Way and his dedication and commitment to our community. Details and ticket order form

RideUNITED
Choose a course, gather sponsors and ride bikes to benefit the Greater Cleveland and Summit County United Way organizations. All rides begin at Cleveland State University Sunday, June 24, 2012. Learn more and register now

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United Way of Greater Cleveland is a leader in addressing health and human service needs through convening partnerships, funding programs, generating resources, and advocating for public policy to support our community's priorities.