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United Way of Illinois Valley

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Find the help you need, when you need it.

Abuse Prevention & Intervention

You are not alone. Reach out to any of the seven local agencies who specialize in abuse prevention and intervention.

Advocacy & Services for Disabled

Finding the right services for you or your family member’s disability can be overwhelming. Your local advocates are here to help.

Alcohol & Drug Assistance

Asking for help can be difficult, reach out to any of the trained agencies listed to get started.

Counseling & Mental Health

Highly trained staff are here to help you and your family, these agencies specialize in anxiety, depression, behavioral mental health, medicine management and general mental health programs.

Financial & Housing Aid

These experts will help you plan for the future from housing assistance to education and career support they are here to set you up for a successful future.

Food & Nutrition Services

Lack of employment or low wages, public aid has run out or your family’s resources have been depleted these pantries are here to ensure you do not go hungry.

Senior Citizen Services

Navigating the new lifestyle change can be very difficult. Contact one of the many local resources to understand your loved ones options and get them to living a fulfilled life.

Local Government

Not sure where to begin? Many of our local municipalities have resources to help get you started.

Our 2025 Campaign kicked off September 1st. Help us make this the best year to date. We’ve added 3 new agencies to our grant programs and are looking forward to an even bigger impact to the Illinois Valley.

We are thrilled to announce that United Way of Illinois Valley has been recognized as the TOP Non-Profit Organization in the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards by the News Tribune!

We are truly honored, especially considering the many worthy organizations in our community. This incredible recognition reflects the dedication and hard work of our team and supporters. Thank you to everyone who voted for us—we couldn’t have done it without you!

Together, we’re making a positive impact in our community!

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A volunteer-led organization that invests in critical health and human service programs

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