Our History

In 1943, the Appeal for Alabama War Fund and Madison County Social Services were combined to create the Community Chest. They raised $64,068. In 1971 the Community Chest became the United Way of Madison County. Throughout its history, United Way of Madison County has allocated more than $77 million to United Way partner agencies and programs in our community.

Our Mission & Vision

The purpose of United Way of Madison County is to help those least able to help themselves by uniting volunteers and resources in the community, and to solve community problems and address education, income, and health needs through our internal initiatives, programs, and Collaborative Partners.

Our vision is for a stronger healthier Madison County, with more opportunities and fewer barriers/obstacles to success for individuals and families, where...

... youth succeed in school and become productive members of the community. ... everyone is healthy. ... individuals and families are economically stable. ... seniors and disabled adults maintain their independence and enjoy a good quality of life. ... emergency needs of individuals and families are met.