The United Way of Columbia & Greene Counties has identified four Community Impact Areas. 

1. Helping Children and Youth Succeed

• Enhancing the quality of preschool, after school and childcare services.
• Increasing children’s enrollment in health care programs resources offering health care, education and recreation.
• Expanding youth involvement in community service and leadership.

2. Strengthening and Supporting Families

• Increasing access to affordable family service and support programs.
• Collaborating with public and private organizations to promote sustained, quality employment and career opportunities.
• Providing supportive programs for facing the challenges of domestic violence, depression, mental illness, substance abuse and child abuse.

3. Building Vital and Safe Neighborhoods

• Lead community-building efforts.
• Supporting neighborhood-led public-private initiatives.

4. Supporting the Health, Independence & Vital Services for our seniors.

• Access to comprehensive health care services.
• Services that support independence.
•  Increased access services for individuals facing crisis.