Connecting Long Island residents to health, education, and financial stability programs that create real, lasting change.
Since its founding, United Way of Long Island has been one of the region's most trusted forces for community good, rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by the people it serves. Operating from Deer Park, NY, the organization works across Nassau and Suffolk counties to connect vulnerable and at-risk residents with the resources, programs, and partnerships they need to move forward.
The mission is straightforward: advance the common good by focusing on health, education, and financial stability. But the execution is anything but simple. United Way of Long Island manages a broad portfolio of programs, from emergency energy assistance to veteran support, from youth workforce development to senior home modification, all driven by the belief that equity across Long Island is achievable when the right people work together.
The team here are problem-solvers. Reviewers consistently describe the staff as caring, community-minded people who genuinely listen and follow through. That reputation, built one family at a time, is what makes this organization a cornerstone of Long Island's social safety net.
United Way of Long Island runs programs across every stage of life and every kind of need. The 211 Long Island helpline connects callers to local resources around the clock. Youth programs including YouthBuild Long Island, scholarships, and the Stuff-A-Bus school supply drive invest in the next generation. The Workforce Development Training Academy and the E3 SmartBuild Training Center open doors to sustainable careers.
For families facing financial hardship, the Financial Security programs and the ALICE Report research provide both direct support and data-driven advocacy. Seniors benefit from the Older Adult Home Modification Program and Safe at Home for Seniors. Veterans are served through Mission United. Residents managing serious health challenges can access Ryan White HIV/AIDS Grants Management and the Medicaid Waiver program.
The organization also leads community resilience efforts including the Project Warmth Emergency Energy Fund, the Clean Energy Hub, the Net Zero Energy Challenge, and the Long Island Impact Fund. Volunteer opportunities are available for those who want to give back directly to their community.
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United Way of Long Island is a nonprofit organization based in Deer Park, NY that advances health, education, and financial stability for vulnerable and at-risk residents across Long Island. Their programs serve youth, families, seniors, veterans, and individuals facing economic hardship throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
You can start by calling the 211 Long Island helpline, which connects callers to local programs and services. You can also visit the United Way of Long Island office at 819 Grand Blvd, Deer Park, NY 11729 during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Programs include the 211 Long Island helpline, YouthBuild Long Island, youth scholarships, Stuff-A-Bus school supply drives, Financial Security programs, Mission United for veterans, Safe at Home for Seniors, Older Adult Home Modification, Project Warmth Emergency Energy Fund, Workforce Development Training Academy, Ryan White HIV/AIDS Grants Management, and more.
United Way of Long Island offers a range of volunteer opportunities for individuals who want to give back to the Long Island community. Visit unitedwayli.org or stop by the Deer Park office during business hours to learn about current volunteer needs and how to get involved.
The ALICE Report is a research initiative that documents the financial hardship faced by Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed households across Long Island. United Way of Long Island uses this data to advocate for policy changes and design programs that address the real economic challenges facing working families in the region.
Yes. Through Mission United, United Way of Long Island provides dedicated support services for veterans and their families on Long Island, helping them access the resources they need to thrive after service.
The office at 819 Grand Blvd, Deer Park, NY 11729 is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For after-hours resource needs, the 211 Long Island helpline is available.
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