35th Annual Day of Caring

We’re excited to announce our annual Day of Caring - A day dedicated to bringing our community together to serve, support, and strengthen Allen County.

2026-2027 Priority Area Grants

We remain committed to funding strategic initiatives that improve quality of life for households struggling to meet basic needs, especially ALICE families, who represent nearly 40% of households in Allen County. Through our annual Priority Area Grants investment process, we support programs that address the community’s most urgent challenges while creating lasting, broader impact.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Free tax help is available to area residents from January 26 - April 8, 2026.

Save the Date!

United Way of Allen County is excited to present our sixth annual Community Food Drive to serve three local organizations.

35th Annual Day of Caring

August 21, 2026

Annual Grant Cycle

Accepting applications June 1, 2026 - Noon on June 26, 2026

Free Tax Preparation

January 26 - April 8, 2026

6th Annual Community Food Drive

February 16 - March 3, 2026

Our Mission

United Way of Allen County exists to boldly impact critical community issues.

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About Us

United Way of Allen County addresses the community’s most critical needs by directing resources to urgent challenges while sustaining broader community impact. We focus on improving the quality of life for households struggling to meet basic needs, particularly ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families, who represent nearly 40% of households in Allen County. Through strong partnerships, we advance coordinated initiatives that serve ALICE households and other underserved populations, with a strategic focus on housing stability and food security, while continuing to support educational opportunities and mental health access. United is the way we create lasting change. Join us!

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