Our Mission
United Way of Larimer County leads philanthropy in our community, ensuring that gifts of time, talent and treasure address today’s greatest needs – and reduce tomorrow’s.
Our Commitment to Equity
We are a Larimer United. We believe that equity is achieved when systemic, institutional, and historical barriers based on race, gender, sexual orientation, and other identities no longer predict socioeconomic, education, and health outcomes. We stand in firm opposition to all forms of racial and ethnic discrimination – and we know that is not enough. We actively seek opportunities to learn with and from our partners, stakeholders, supporters, and community members to better understand the complicated history of racism. We commit to advancing equity and justice through practice and policy changes at UWLC and catalyzing a shift from charity to change-making within our four focus areas of Youth & Education, Financial Stability, Nonprofit Excellence, and Community Engagement.
We acknowledge that incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our practices is an ongoing learning process, and as a result, we consider this statement to be a living document which reflects our evolving approach. We invite you to join us in making Larimer County a community where all people feel valued, safe, and have the opportunity to thrive.
United Way’s Equity Definition
Equity is the intentional inclusion of everyone in society. Equity is achieved when systemic, institutional, and historical barriers based on race, gender, sexual orientation, and other identities are dismantled and no longer predict socioeconomic, education, and health outcomes.
“Overcoming poverty is not a task of charity, it is an act of justice. Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural.
It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings.”
—Nelson Mandela
How You Can Get Involved
Give.
Your support, no matter how big or small, makes a difference today and for generations to come.
Advocate.
We look forward to creating a better Larimer County with you!
Volunteer.
Give back to our community and be a Larimer United.
News & Updates
Urgent Need for Quality, Affordable Early Childhood Care in Larimer County
Affordable and quality child care in Larimer County is critically hard to find, especially for families facing financial hardships. Larimer Thrive by Five reports that current licensed providers can only accommodate 16% of infants and 36% of toddlers, leaving the...
Loveland Youth Campus Reaches Milestone with Opening of Expanded Child Care Classrooms
Loveland Youth Campus Reaches Milestone with Opening of Expanded Child Care Classrooms The Loveland Youth Campus, an innovative community hub offering families comprehensive services under one roof, celebrated a milestone in its progression with the March 4 opening of...
Housing Advocacy Efforts
Join us in two active efforts to expand housing for all in Larimer County! In fulfilling its mission to reduce tomorrow's needs, UWLC advocates for policies that ensure a diverse and abundant supply of homes in our community. The board of directors has endorsed two...
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525 West Oak St, Ste 101
Fort Collins, CO 80521
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