Youth Success
- 95% met age-appropriate developmental milestones and 89% gained language and literacy skills needed to succeed in kindergarten.
- 6,106 children enrolled in early childhood education programs, that provide quality child care for parents while they work and equip children with kindergarten-readiness skills.
- 4,298 students in kindergarten through eighth grade received programming and services to keep them on track and engaged academically.
Family Financial Security
- 8,705 households received no-cost tax preparation services through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which resulted in nearly $24.5 million in refunds returned to families.
- 2,120 individuals received benefits screenings for programs that provide income support, such as SNAP, child care and health care. These supports help families stretch their budgets.
- 1,487 adults gained employment in industries that provide livable wages, opportunities for advancement and benefits.
Access to Health and Basic Needs
- 22.9 million pounds of food were distributed through regional food banks to local food pantries.
- 107,362 calls were made to United Way 211 for information and referral services. 211 connects callers, at no cost, to critical health and human services in their community.
- 27,0336 people were connected to emergency resources such as rent/utility assistance, medical equipment, clothing or transportation assistance.
