It is a vast network of volunteers and local charities that help meet the health and human service needs of millions of people every day at a national level. It is a national association that provides a variety of services, training opportunities, and information to its members which include hundreds of local United Way organizations which are independent and governed by local volunteers. All local United Ways (including Fresno County) are members of this organization only because they have met some very rigid standards. Not meeting these standards would preclude them from labeling themselves as such.

Because if you want to make a difference in your community, we can help you do that by helping to maximize your contribution/donation. The best way to help the most people is to target our community's most serious problems-and then focus on the underlying causes of those problems. United Way brings together the talents and resources of citizens, government agencies, businesses, and non-profits to tackle the issues that matter most. It is one of, if not, the most efficient charitable organization in America. We ensure that when you give, your funds are used honestly, efficiently and effectively as an investment in our community.