Our Focus Areas
United Way of Southern Chester County promotes the health, education, and financial stability of every person within the 19 Townships and 4 Boroughs of Southern Chester County. In order to provide the needs many are facing; our priorities are to focus on the following in our 2025/2026 fiscal year:
Crisis Intervention
Transitioning to Independence through Education Programs
Family Stability and Health Programs
CRISIS INTERVENTION
A strong community is built on its residents’ ability to come together, support one another, and provide a helping hand when needed most. We are committed to championing the vital role of crisis intervention programs offering immediate support and hope for our neighbors in need.
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Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County, Inc. Direct Services—Counseling: $13,040 |
Meals on Wheels of Chester County Meals for homebound seniors in Southern Chester County: $5,380 |
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Domestic Violence Center of Chester County Southern Chester County Outreach Offices—Kennett Square & Oxford: $29,300 |
Mighty Writers El Futuro Kennett Whold Child Program: $9,760 |
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Family Promise Promise House: $13,180 |
Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center Direct Services: $27,340 Oxford Food Pantry: $24,420 |
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Housing Partnership of Chester County Winter Fuel Assistance: $4,880 |
Safe Harbor Resident Success Program: $1,960 |
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Kennett Area Community Service Social Services Program: $68,360 Food Cupboard: $48,840 |
SILO Delivering Hope: $24,420 Monthly Community Meals: $4,880
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LCH Health & Community Services Social Assistance: $41,020 |
The Wardrobe Expanding Open Access in SCC: $5,860 |
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Maternal & Child Health Consortium Family Benefits Program: $6,840 |
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EDUCATION
We’re helping children access early childhood education, get the support they need to succeed in school, and be prepared for college and career. We’re working to shift the odds so tomorrow’s leaders can build a better foundation today. Our approach spans from cradle to career. We’re supporting opportunities for young adults to thrive in the job market, and older adults to have access to the tools they need to provide for their families.
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Adult Literacy Program at Kennett Library Adult Literacy classes, ESL instruction, and one-on-one tutoring: $34,180 |
The Garage Community & Youth Center Youth Development After School & Summer Programs—Kennett & Avon Grove: $68,360 |
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Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County, Inc. Prevention and Education Program: $6,840 |
YoungMoms Mentoring & Advocacy Program: $29,300 |
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Maternal & Child Health Consortium Kindergarten Transition Program: $12,200 |
Kennett After School Association After-the-Bell: $19,540 |
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RSVP Volunteers Digital Literacy & Equity: $5,860 |
FAMILY STABILITY AND HEALTH
Health and wellbeing is a key determinant of the overall prosperity, resilience, and sustainability of a community. United Way of Southern Chester County focuses on our community’s most pressing needs by funding efforts to improve maternal and child health, increase access to healthy food, promote vision and dental health, and boost the health and wellness of our seniors.
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Family Service of Chester County Counseling Program: $12,700 |
New London Counseling Center Care Subsidy Program: $8,780 |
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Girls Spark SCC Summit: $3,120 |
Oxford Area Senior Center Information & Referral Program: $8,780 |
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Kennett Area Senior Center Health and Wellness Program: $5,860 Information & Assistance Program: $6,340 |
Tick Tock Early Learning Center Early Childhood Education and Care: $63,500 |
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LCH Health & Community Services Care Management: $35,160 |
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