COMMUNITY IMPACT
Everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
GGUW drives transformative change by listening, leading, and mobilizing resources, creating opportunities for everyone to thrive, today and tomorrow.
We are committed to creating opportunities for everyone to thrive, and we won't stop until our entire community is empowered to succeed.
Our collaborative efforts and strategic initiatives have driven meaningful change across Gallatin, Madison, Meagher, and Park Counties. Our 2023-24 Community Impact Report highlights the measurable impact of our programs and partnerships, showcasing our commitment to creating a thriving community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We invite you to learn more about how together, we are moving the needle for thousands of our neighbors.
Our Programs
GGUW’s programs tackle our community’s most urgent needs, from the kidsLINK Out-of-School Initiative and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Disaster Relief and Community Impact Grants. By mobilizing volunteers and resources, we create lasting, positive change and empower our community to thrive.
YOUTH SUCCESS
kidsLINK Out-of-School
Greater Gallatin United Way’s kidsLINK Out-of-School Initiative and our partners are ensuring children and youth consistently get a strong start and have a solid foundation for success in school, work, and life.
EMPOWERING OUR FUTURE LEADERS
10000
kids attended afterschool and beforeschool programs at 11 area schools across the Greater Gallatin area.
$
300000
in tuition assistance was awarded to families to ensure no child is left home alone and parents have access to affordable childcare.
300
children attended summer camp, aimed at preventing learning loss during the break, ensuring kindergarten readiness, and enabling parents to engage in their work commitments.
ENSURING EVERY CHILD HAS ACCESS TO BOOKS
EARLY LEARNING
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides free books to children ages birth to 5, fostering a love of reading from an early age. GGUW is the local partner for Gallatin and Park counties, providing more than 25,000 free books every year.
10000
free books were provided to families through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
0
children in Gallatin and Park counties received a free monthly book to help improve early literacy.
2000
children were giving tools and resources to help them get a head start on learning and strong foundation for a bright future through early learning programs.
INVESTING IN OUR COMMUNITY
Community Impact Grants
Every year, we partner with nonprofits in Greater Gallatin, providing funding and support to strengthen their services for those in need. We offer resources, guidance, and collaboration to ensure our partners succeed and create lasting community impact.
COLLABORATION IS KEY IN EVERYTHING WE DO
$
800000
was invested in programs that build resilience, grit, self-esteem, social skills, relationships and academic performance in youth.
$
100000
invested to support community health and improve access to mental health and well-being resources for individuals.
$
0
invested in preschool education that build literacy skills in children, and create a love of learning and language.
$
100000
was invested in programs that provide a safety net of basic needs for working families.
THERE WHEN OUR COMMUNITY NEEDS US MOST.
ready to answer the call
Disaster Relief
When our community faces its toughest challenges, GGUW is there. Whether it’s fire, flooding, or other disasters, GGUW stands ready to help people and businesses recover and rebuild, ensuring they get back on their feet swiftly and effectively.
$
10000
in funds supported more than 400 businesses and individuals get back on their feet and recover from the Yellowstone River flood.
$
0
was jointly raised by the One Valley Community Foundation and Greater Gallatin United Way for the Southwest Montana COVID-19 Response Fund between March 2020 and February 2021 to provide COVID-19 relief for nonprofits.
$
10000
was raised by Greater Gallatin United Way, the One Valley Community Foundation, and SWMT COAD to support 105 individuals and six organizations after the Bridger Foothills fire consumed over 7,000 acres.
We cannot do this work alone.
Learn more about our partners and supporters who make this work possible.
Invest in our community.
Every gift, no matter the amount brings us one step closer to a community where everyone can thrive.
Empowering communities, transforming lives—our impact creates a
brighter future
for all.
Our collaborative efforts and strategic initiatives have driven meaningful change across Gallatin, Madison, Meagher, and Park Counties. Our 2022-23 Community Impact Report highlights the measurable impact of our programs and partnerships, showcasing our commitment to creating a thriving community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We invite you to learn more about how together, we are moving the needle for thousands of our neighbors.
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