Lend your time and talents—volunteer with United Way of Frederick County and help create lasting change in our community.
We're Making an Impact
United Way of Frederick County drives community impact by enhancing financial security through matched savings and free tax preparation; fostering healthy communities via accessible healthcare services; building community resiliency through programs like the Ride United Network; and creating youth opportunities by supporting educational initiatives, empowering ALICE families toward lasting stability.
Pathway to Transportation
Mobility for ALICE families in need
United Way of Frederick County’s Pathway to Transportation program helps ALICE families purchase their own safe and reliable vehicle—removing transportation barriers and empowering individuals to access jobs, healthcare, and education, leading to greater stability.
Pathway to Homeownership
Empowering ALICE to own a home
The Pathway to Homeownership program empowers hardworking ALICE families to achieve the dream of homeownership—building long-term stability, creating generational wealth, and transforming lives through greater financial security and a place to call home.
Getting Ahead
Helping ALICE break the poverty cycle
United Way's Getting Ahead program empowers ALICE individuals to break the cycle of poverty through a 16-week course that provides financial education, personal assessments, and a supportive community, fostering self-sufficiency and lasting positive change.
Ride United Network
Helping ALICE access jobs and care
United Way's Ride United Network empowers ALICE families by providing free or discounted rides, enhancing access to employment, education, healthcare, and essential services, in turn promoting independence and improving quality of life.
Create powerful change with every dollar. Every $1 invested generates $7.35 in impact when you give to United Way.
Give ALICE families the voice they deserve. Advocate for a future where hard work leads to financial stability.
How We've Helped
Our Impact
28,203+
free or discounted rides to critical needs through RUN.
$1,558,795+
returned to ALICE through VITA's free income tax preparation.
$3,800,213
in annual community impact supporting local ALICE households.
4 Mar - 18 Mar
The Unity Campaign is a collaborative project between nonprofit partners, sponsors, and the greater Frederick community to support our most…
