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United Wayof Lee County

The good we do, together.

A little care.
A stronger
Lee County.

A book to open. A meal to share. A neighbor to turn to. Together, we help make everyday life better.

Local United Way volunteers after a community cleanup
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Small acts.
Shared possibility.

Built around our neighbors

Opportunity grows
when we grow it together.

We bring people, businesses, and nonprofit partners together around health, education, and financial stability in Lee County.

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Our work

Everyday needs.
Meaningful connections.

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Support

2-1-1 resource connection

A starting point for food, housing, health care, transportation, and other local resources.

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Education

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Free books mailed monthly to enrolled Lee County children from birth until their fifth birthday.

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Food access

Summer Eats

A seasonal meal program for children and teens. Find program information and check the latest serving schedule.

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Education

Little Libraries

Discover another way United Way supports access to books in our community.

Explore Little Libraries
Girlfriend Gala, November 19, 2026. Shop, sip, support, empower.

Coming together • November 19

A night out.
A community lifted.

Bring a friend to the Girlfriend Gala and connect with neighbors who care about Lee County.

Thursday, November 19, 2026
5:00–8:00 p.m. Central

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Around Lee County

Local connections. Shared purpose.

News from United Way

Business giving

A community effort, every day of the year.

Explore the 365 Small Business Circle and ways local businesses can get involved.

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Workplace campaigns

Bring your team together around giving.

Connect your workplace with opportunities to support your neighbors.

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Your community. Your way to help.

Good things happen
when we show up.

Give, volunteer, or bring your workplace together. There’s a place for you in this work.

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