What We Do

For years, we have led the effort to bring people and resources together to address Mason County’s most complex social issues and develop positive, measurable long-term results.

Programs & Intiatives

  • Winter Coats and Boots Provided to Area Students

  • WMCMH SUD Treatment Transportation Assistance

Individuals and Families Living a Healthy Lifestyle

Individuals and Families Becoming Financially Stable

  • Family Housing Support

  • Critical Home Repair

  • Shelter Services

Children and Youth Achieving Their Potential

We are proud to award dollars for the 2024/2025 funding cycle to these programs and initiatives. Due to generosity from people like you, we were able to fully fund all programs and agencies that applied.

  • Youth Outreach Program

  • The K2C program provides every kindergarten student with a special account that will continue to grow over a child’s K-12 school years. These accounts will help children start saving money for their future career training or college expenses.

Collaborative Initiatives

  • The Lakeshore Employer Resource Network of Mason County is a partnership between United Way of Mason County, ten local employers, and West Shore Bank. Managed by United Way, LERN Helps employers improve retention and productivity by supporting employees.

    A resource Coach works on-site weekly and is available remotely to help employees overcome barriers to success, connect to services, access limited financial assistance, and apply for bridge or transportation loans. United Way also convenes monthly meetings with HR leaders to share updates and feedback.

  • 2-1-1 is a free, FCC-designated service that connects individuals to health and human services 24/7 by phone, text, or live chat. Led by United Way Worldwide and the Michigan Association of United Ways, the service is administered regionally by United Way of Mason County, which has served as fiscal agent since 2009 for six counties.