100+ YEARS OF COMMUNITY-DRIVEN IMPACT

Heart of Arkansas United Way has strategically responded to our community’s needs for over a century, 
mobilizing resources to support well-being, create opportunities for youth, 
enhance families’ financial security, and foster resiliency. 

Healthy Community
Healthy Community

Improving health and well-being for all

We prioritize the mental and emotional well-being of all by strengthening access to services and systems that foster healing and hope.
Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential

We create pathways from early childhood through career to help young people achieve their potential and build successful, happy lives.
Financial Security

Building financial stability and strength

We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to earn a living wage. It's why we are focused on expanding access to education, tools, and job training for financial freedom and peace of mind.
Community Resiliency
Community Resiliency

Setting the foundation for a better tomorrow

We address urgent needs today, from disaster relief to nonprofit capacity, by strategically mobilizing people and resources to serve our community today and in times of crisis.

Be the change you want to see in our community. Volunteer with Heart of Arkansas United Way.

Supporting Heart of Arkansas United Way means investing in proven, scalable solutions that help all in our community thrive.

When we take action, we create change for all. Build community with a Heart of Arkansas United Way giving campaign.

ALICE is the heart of our work

Meet ALICE

16%

of Arkansas households live below the Federal Poverty Line (FPL).

31%

are ALICE: earning above the FPL, but below the real cost of living.

47%

are working, yet stretched far too thin to be able to make ends meet.
ALICE in Arkansas