For 80 years Trident United Way has been an impactful agent of change in fulfilling its mission of uplifting our community. Since we were established, we have refined our mission focus twice. For the past two decades we've focused on the three impact areas of education, financial stability and health.
We have once again reached a moment in time where we are looking to our community to reevaluate our work based on the current needs of our neighbors and our capacity to best serve and support them. After more than a year of research, discussion and consideration, Trident United Way’s board and staff have voted to shift our mission work away from the three-pronged approach to a single focus: Financial Stability for Tri-County families.
In the coming months we will continue this transition by finalizing a Bold Community Goal with the input and support of our nonprofit partners. We look forward to embracing this new direction and are eager to share the finalized bold goal and strategic plan, as well as our updated mission and vision statement, with our community.
As an organization, we are confident that with the continued dedication and passion of our staff, board, nonprofit partners and the greater community, we will continue to make a profound impact on the lives of households living below the ALICE® Threshold in our community.
Improve educational outcomes for all students.
Improve educational outcomes for all students well before kindergarten. Every child will be supported from birth, to be prepared for school, meet grade-level standards and graduate from high school prepared for employment or higher education.
Improve financial stability for all people to enjoy a quality standard of living.
Build access and share community tools that break down barriers to financial stability. Our neighbors have an opportunity and the tools for personal advancement; from crisis, to financial stability, to self-sufficiency.
Improve the health of all individuals.
Create a healthier community by making it easier for partners to work together. Our neighbors will have access to health care, know how to lead healthy lives and be empowered to live and participate in environments that promote good health.
