Our Purpose

We fight for the health, safety and education of every person in the Greater Lehigh Valley.
 

Our Vision

We envision a community where every person belongs and every person thrives.

We do this by assessing community needs, raising funds, investing in solutions, mobilizing people to action and measuring results.

 

Our Values 

Integrity

We act ethically and hold ourselves to the highest standards.
 

Inclusivity

We respect the inherent value and dignity of every person.
 

Impact

We take action to improve lives and advance equity for all.
 

Excellence

We set bold goals and achieve awesome results.
 

Agility

We embrace and adapt to the changing needs of our communities.

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core to all we are and all we do. We deploy our resources to build communities of belonging, empathy and empowerment.  In doing so, we must apply a lens of equity to all internal and external systems and be the change agents needed to realize the vision of a beloved community where every person belongs and every person thrives: 
 

• We stand against racism, discrimination and social injustice and are dedicated to dismantling these epidemics in all forms. 

 

• We advocate for concrete policy and systems changes and invest in work that advances racial equity and social justice for all marginalized populations.

 

• We commit to equitable fundraising and funding practices, ensuring that organizations that receive United Way funding are committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and can demonstrate that commitment in meaningful ways. 

 

• We strive to ensure a diverse, inclusive workplace in which staff and volunteers reflect the community, can contribute fully, and share the responsibility of putting the values of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into daily practice.