Strategic Goals
- Collaborate with the entire community to create a community agenda.
- Invest in a focused approach to significantly impact up to three major community outcomes.
- Build a United Way of Snohomish County brand that is known, esteemed, relevant and differentiated.
- Engage the whole community in community-building efforts.
- Provide every person easy access and the opportunity to donate to United Way of Snohomish County.
- Maximize revenue for community outcomes.
- Lead the way in promoting a diverse and inclusive community.
- Create a United Way of Snohomish County youth initiative that models leadership, volunteerism and philanthropy.
- Create a volunteer culture throughout Snohomish County.
- Create a culture of philanthropy throughout Snohomish County.
Success Stories
There’s no mistaking the passion in Jake Welch. It extends to faith and family, care for his two brothers with disabilities and volunteer leadership for The Arc of Snohomish County, funded through United Way. This enthusiasm is evident at the Arc’s annual Sibshops events. Formerly a participant, Jake volunteers for these weekend getaways, giving kids who have siblings with disabilities the opportunity for undivided time and attention complete with activities focused completely on them.
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