River Region United Way funds more than 80 programs at 40+ affiliate agencies, impacting the lives of 1 in 3 people in Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon and Montgomery counties.
Affiliate Agencies Focusing on Health, Education and Financial Stability
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2-1-1 Connects South Central Alabama Managed by HandsOn River Region, which operates the 2-1-1 telephone system and connects people to health & human services information and referrals.
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Aid to Inmate Mothers Offers visits with children, family outreach, education and support services to inmate mothers, and aftercare to promote success in transition from prison to community life.
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American Cancer Society The nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer through its mission of prevention, education, research and service.
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American Heart Association By 2020, to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and strokes by 20%.
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American Red Cross of Central Alabama A humanitarian organization led by volunteers which provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to disasters.
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Arc of Eastern Elmore County Providing residential and day habilitation services to adults with intellectual disabilities to enable them to become as independent as possible.
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Autauga/Western Elmore Arc Training prepares adults with mental retardation for fullest possible participation in their community. Provides adult residential program and early intervention for children with disabilities 0-3 years.
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Boy Scouts of America, Tukabatchee Area Council Youth service organization serving youth ages 6-20 through Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, venturing, exploring and learning for life based on Scout Oath and Law.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of the River Region Three facilities providing after-school programs in health, life-skills, citizenship, leadership development, educational and career exploration, sports, fitness and recreation and the arts for children and youth, ages 6 to 18.
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Brantwood Children's Home Serving Alabama’s abused, neglected, homeless youth since 1917. Providing a loving, protective home that includes an on-site school, drug free living and job readiness programs.
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Catholic Social Services Assists with emergency utilities, food, clothing, counseling, domestic/ international pregnancy support services, medication assistance, services to frail elderly, immigration resources.
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Chemical Addictions Program (CAP) Provides residential and out-patient chemical dependency treatment for adults and outpatient treatment for adolescents who are substance abusers or have become chemically dependent.
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Child Protect Provides a non-threatening site where child victims can relate their abuse to interviewers who help minimize the trauma. A multi-disciplinary team provides appropriate action.
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Children's Center of Montgomery Serves disabled students from birth through age twenty-one. All students are physically and mentally challenged. Services include academic, medical, physical and occupational therapy, speech, and language.
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Community Action Agency of Central Alabama Operates programs that help address needs and provide benefits to Head Start children and elderly persons. Education is a priority. Energy efficiency for health/ safety.
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Easter Seals Camp ASCCA Easter Seals Camp ASCCA provides year-round camping, recreation, and outdoor education opportunities for people with disabilities.
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Easter Seals Central Alabama A comprehensive rehabilitation center providing life enhancing programs including speech, vocational evaluation, employment services and skills training for the disabled including the deaf.
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Family Guidance Center of Alabama Counseling services for families, Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Program, Parenting Institute, family services, Travelers Aid, Child Care Management program, Family Coaches program, Senior Services.
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Family Sunshine Center Assists victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services include a 24-hour hotline, safe shelter, counseling, advocacy, & school-based prevention programs.
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Family Support Center A non-profit agency which provides free programs focused at improving the quality of life in children and families through education, advocacy and employment.
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Gift of Life Foundation Serves women, infants and children in Montgomery County who are at a greater risk for infant mortality through programs that empower women to reduce challenges that threaten their health and prevent a healthy birth outcome.
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Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama Girl Scouts offers its leadership development program to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
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Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama Provides training, vocational rehabilitation, and employment opportunities for people with disabilities or other vocational problems that create barriers to competitive employment.
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HandsOn River Region Coordinates volunteer efforts by bringing people and community needs together to solve local problems.
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Health Services, Inc. Provides access to primary health care services, particularly for the indigent, underinsured & uninsured in order to enhance the quality of life.
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Hospice of Montgomery A non-profit healthcare organization that provides in-home physical, emotional, spiritual and bereavement services to terminally ill patients and families regardless of their ability to pay.
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Lighthouse Counseling Center Provides intensive outpatient treatment for substance abuse, housing for qualified homeless persons, specialized women’s programs, 24-hour crises intervention for sexual assault victims and HIV education.
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Mary Ellen's Hearth at Nellie Burge Provides transitional shelter for homeless women with children, along with Federal nutrition, adult basic education, senior meals, education, advocacy and support.
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Maxwell-Gunter Youth Activities Provides developmentally appropriate organized programs to military youth, which includes sports, instructional, social, school age and summer programs.
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Medical Outreach Ministries Offers free primary healthcare and prescriptions to low-income citizens not eligible for Medicaid or Medicare.
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Mental Health America in Montgomery Agency through which volunteers work to improve conditions for mentally ill and educate about mental health and mental illness.
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Montgomery Area Council On Aging Assists senior citizens by providing services to promote independent living, offering opportunities to enhance their quality of life, and increasing community awareness of senior issues.
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Montgomery ARC Serves individuals with mental retardation and developmental delays through infant early intervention, adult day training and residential services to promote independence and daily living skills.
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MANE (Montgomery Area Non-Traditional Equestrians) Nationally accredited therapeutic riding center providing medically appropriate therapeutic horseback riding opportunities to children and adults with physical, cognitive, social, emotional, or behavioral disabilities.
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PASS: Peers Are Staying Straight (THE NOBLE IDEA) Promotes intolerance to drug use, violence, or risky behaviors in the youth of Autauga County, Alabama and the community, especially targeting high-risk populations.
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Salvation Army Provides emergency food, clothing shelter, community feeding program; Christmas food, clothing, toys; referrals; character building programs meeting social, educational, moral, spiritual needs; counseling; summer camps.
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SAYNO in the Montgomery Area Advocates for a drug-free society using community partnerships, programs and activities to address substance and alcohol abuse and other issues, particularly among youth.
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Sickle Cell Foundation of Greater Montgomery Provides education, screening, counseling, and referral services in preventing and treating Sickle Cell disease. Hosts support group gatherings for anemia and trait victims.
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The Second Chance Foundation Day treatment and remediation services for youth expelled from school. Individual, group, and family counseling, academic remediation, life skills classes, community service, structure and support.
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YMCA of Greater Montgomery YMCA of Wetumpka YMCA of Millbrook
Building character; making a difference; changing lives of kids, families and communities through health and human service programs that promote healthy spirit, mind and body.
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YMCA of Prattville Provides a variety of spiritual, physical and character development programs for children and adults focusing on youth with activities involving respect, caring, honesty and responsibility. |