Donations at work

Published 9:34 am Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Where do United Way of Mower County funds go?

In 2012, donations served the following individuals and organizations.

(Numbers are taken from the annual reports filed by programs who received a grant through the United Way of Mower County.)

Income

1,017 individuals received advocacy/newcomer assistance, including translation and/or interpreter services
460 individuals utilized services at the YMCA (membership, swimming lessons, gymnastics, after school programming, etc.) due to the financial assistance program
77 individuals received budgeting and financial counseling
225 low income individuals utilized legal services to attain government benefits such as social security and disability
94 individuals and families received emergency lodging/shelter so that they would not become homeless
502 individuals and families received assistance with rent and/or utilities so that they could remain in their homes
363 seniors citizens received services such as lawn mowing and snow removal so that they could stay in their homes
1,194 seniors citizens received advocacy services so that they were better informed about Medicare, energy assistance, tax credits, etc.
38 disabled individuals were given employment through community based employment programs
29 individuals with severe developmental and/or physical disabilities received job training
923 disabled individuals received advocacy assistance
1,059 hot meals were served to individuals
42 individuals benefitted from child care scholarships for non-traditional hour jobs
31 individuals received employment opportunities through the community thrift store
521 seniors received nutritious meals through the senior dining program
74 individuals received housing payment assistance to avoid homelessness
151 individuals benefitted from child care scholarships

Health

303 children attended after school programming from 3 to 6 p.m.
2,871 children age 7 to 18 were able to utilize the YMCA for $1 a year
125 uninsured adults and children with severe and persistent mental health issues received services such as counseling, medication management and employment services
1,354 seniors received transportation
22 volunteers received EMT Training & Re-certification for ambulance services outside of Austin
434 individuals received services after being victims of crime, sexual assault or domestic violence
1,020 children without insurance received dental cleanings
2,181 individuals donated blood
37 individuals with mental health issues gathered together for support
224 individuals received information on the medical equipment loan program
76 families were given emergency childcare during crisis situations
246 individuals received family and/or individual counseling
197 individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities were safely transported to recreational activities
37 individuals with physical and developmental disabilities received independent therapy services
676 parents received counseling while in transition
320 individuals with developmental disabilities were given social interaction opportunities
540 children received education on good nutrition
3,278 individuals learned how to Take 5 (a Mower Refreshed stress-relief initiative)
973 parents received critical support and referrals
151 individuals with developmental disabilities received advocacy and support services