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IMPACT REPORT 2024<\/span><\/h1>\n

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A message from our CEO:
We\u2019re Celebrating 100 Years
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In the past year, we came together for Dallas like never before\u2014united in action, compassion and purpose. Together, we\u2019ve sparked a wave of unprecedented change, closing out our first century of impact with momentum that reaches every corner of our community. The future is bright, and our commitment is stronger than ever.<\/p>\n

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you\u2014the corporate and nonprofit partners, investors, volunteers and advocates\u2014who have invested your time, energy and resources into our community. Your dedication is at the heart of everything we\u2019ve accomplished, improving access to education, income and health for more than 1.7 million North Texans. You are the reason we are making transformational progress.<\/p>\n

Each life touched by our work brings us closer to achieving our Aspire United 2030 goals, a bold vision to create lasting change by the end of this decade. These goals, set nearly five years ago, are our North Star\u2014a 10-year, data-driven strategy that fuels everything we do. With just over five years to go, this report is a testament to the fact that our vision is within reach.<\/p>\n

To build on this momentum and deepen our impact, we are proud to introduce two drivers for amplifying and accelerating impact: the Aspire United Community Vulnerability Compass and the Data Capacity Building Initiative (DCBI). Our partnership with the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation (PCCI) has already shown how the Community Vulnerability Compass can drive targeted investments and partnerships with exceptional results. Now, with the DCBI, we aim to extend this powerful resource to over 200 community partners over the next five years. This initiative will address the crucial need for data-driven decision-making among nonprofits, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to enhance their impact in the most vulnerable neighborhoods.<\/p>\n

This year, we saw a growing number of individuals, organizations and corporate partners unite with us to power life-changing programs and partnerships that continue to uplift our neighbors and strengthen the fabric of North Texas.<\/p>\n

Among the many highlights of the year was the launch of the Aspire United Volunteer Series, presented by Texas Instruments, beginning with a remarkable Reading Day, presented by Atmos Energy. On that momentous day, nearly 1,200 volunteers, led by honorary chair Former First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush, read to over 20,000 local students\u2014an inspiring demonstration of the power of community in promoting early literacy. This event was just the beginning of a year filled with volunteerism that aligns with our Centennial celebration.<\/p>\n

We also welcomed a new generation of hand-raisers and corporate citizens into our collective effort. The UW 100 Centennial Kickoff, which gathered dynamic young professionals, was a powerful reminder that the future of North Texas will be shaped by the energy, passion and leadership of those who will carry this work forward for generations to come.<\/p>\n

Driven by deep pride in our one-of-a-kind community, countless individuals and organizations recognized the tangible results of our data-driven community impact strategy and invested in our work. Thousands of individual supporters made personal commitments to our cause, and we earned several transformational gifts from key partners who believe in our proven ability to drive change and shape our second century of impact. Among them, longtime supporters Tom and Karen Falk entrusted us with an extraordinary $5 million gift, recognizing the impact of our partnerships in advancing our Aspire United 2030 goals. Generous $1 million investments from Arcosa, Bank of America, Boston Consulting Group, Celanese, Comerica and Vistra Energy were made in confidence, based on our proven ability to drive measurable change in education, income and health across the region.<\/p>\n

We are also proud to have launched the Southern Dallas Thrives Fund, supported in part by PepsiCo Foods North America employees and alumni, with a goal of raising $20 million to address critical needs in the southern sector of our community.<\/p>\n

None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our internal United Way team and our board members. I\u2019m especially grateful for the leadership of our board chairs, Steven Williams, CEO, PepsiCo Foods North America; and Terri West, chair, Texas Instruments Foundation; along with our campaign chair, Curt Farmer, chairman, president, and CEO of Comerica Incorporated and Comerica Bank. Their vision and guidance have been instrumental in driving our work forward.<\/p>\n

I hope you feel the same sense of pride and purpose that we do\u2014a belief that together, we can make North Texas the best place to live, work and raise a family. Our work isn\u2019t just about creating change; it\u2019s about creating opportunity and access for every North Texan to live their best life.<\/p>\n

Thank you for your partnership, your commitment, and your belief in what we can accomplish. United, we are unstoppable.<\/p>\n

With gratitude,<\/p>\n

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Jennifer Sampson<\/strong>
McDermott-Templeton President and CEO<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Who We Are<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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We are a social change organization that unites the community to create access and opportunity so all North Texans can thrive.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For 100 years, we\u2019ve partnered with dedicated supporters like you to improve access to education, income and health\u2014the building blocks of opportunity\u2014by driving progress toward our Aspire United 2030 goals. True to our name, at United Way we unite leading corporations, foundations, individual change-seekers, nonprofits, school districts and more to achieve measurable outcomes and create truly transformational change across North Texas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Our vision is a North Texas where all students graduate prepared for success at college or on the job, all families achieve financial stability and all of our neighbors access the health resources needed to live longer, healthier lives.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Children who enter school ready to learn are more likely to read proficiently by 3rd grade.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Students who read proficiently by 3rd grade are 5x more likely to graduate from high school ready for college or career.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Financially stable adults can cover the costs of healthcare, helping them lead longer, healthier lives.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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College graduates earn up to $36,000 more a year, enabling them to save for the future. Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

We’re Transforming North Texas\u2014Together<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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In the past year, supporters like you changed the lives of more than 1.7 million North Texans<\/strong>\u2014
more than 20% of our region\u2019s population.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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697,000<\/h3>\n

STUDENTS<\/p>\n

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laid the groundwork for continued educational success.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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538,000<\/h3>\n

NORTH TEXANS<\/p>\n

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received assistance to get and keep better jobs and build savings for the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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472,000<\/h3>\n

NEIGHBORS<\/p>\n

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gained access to the health and wellness resources necessary to live longer, healthier lives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

We Drive Measurable Change<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Data-driven decisions are the foundation of our unique approach to community impact work. We set and track quantifiable 10-year goals, and leverage a third- party evaluator, to ensure that we\u2019re continually driving meaningful change.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Our Aspire United 2030 Goals<\/h4>\n