The United Way of Rockbridge (UWR) aims to maximize available resources for local agencies to address health, welfare, and social service needs, along with focusing on childhood education in Buena Vista, Lexington, and Rockbridge County. Through its annual campaign, UWR supports agencies that bolster resident support and emphasize strengthening education from early childhood as part of their community impact initiative.
The grant program seeks to distribute the net proceeds from the UWR's annual campaign to local agencies in a way that maximizes resource availability. It primarily supports services and projects that align with UWR's goals of enhancing health, welfare, social services, and early childhood education in the target areas. Key focus areas include early childhood development and support for ALICE households. Additionally, high value is placed on grants demonstrating collaboration with community partners. The Allocations Committee, aided by Community Reviewers, oversees the review process of programs and grant requests to ensure alignment with these objectives.