Education, financial stability and health are vital for building safe and stable lives. The Heart of Illinois United Way is committed to ensuring these fundamentals are available for all individuals in our community.
- A quality education helps children and adults succeed
- Financial stability increases independence
- Access to healthcare promotes wellness at all ages
Collectively, Heart of Illinois United Way funded programs and initiatives help 1-in-3 people in central Illinois each year.
The Heart of Illinois United Way is the largest non-governmental investor in local health and human care programs in central Illinois, our United Way serves Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Marshall, Stark and Putnam counties.
Make an Impact
The Heart of Illinois United Way invests in programs and initiatives addressing the most critical education, financial stability and health needs of central Illinois. Through evaluation and collaboration, we ensure charitable investments in our grant process make the most significant, positive impact on the community we all call home.
Community Impact Fund
As the largest non-governmental funder of local health and human care programs, the Heart of Illinois United Way’s Community Impact Fund positions our organization as the leader in addressing critical social service concerns by researching, establishing and funding outcomes and initiatives.
United Way Partner Agencies
Hearts of Illinois United Way Partner Agencies provide services that align with our Community Impact Fund and address needs outlined in the Peoria Area Community Assessment.
Heart of Illinois United Way 211
Need Help?
Contact the Heart of Illinois 2-1-1 Information and Referral Service for up-to-date agency and program information.
Initiatives and Collaborations
Learn how Heart of Illinois United Way is positively impacting central Illinois through special initiatives and collaborations.