Years of ServicePrograms and Initiatives
How United Way Helps
2026 Funded Agency Programs and Descriptions
Information is from Grant Requests
Funding for JULY 1, 2026 to JUNE 30, 2027
Note: Funding amounts for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 can be found here.
The Arc Gloucester
Camp Sun ‘N Fun The Arc Gloucester’s Camp Sun ‘N Fun program provides respite for family and caregivers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 8 through 70+, the opportunity to enjoy a true summer camp experience in a safe and supportive environment. For caregivers, it provides the gift of respite…time to rest, recharge, and care for themselves knowing their loved one is safe and thriving. For campers, it’s a place to explore independence, creativity, and friendships while participating in activities tailored to their needs. United Way funding helps make camp accessible to more families by supporting higher staff-to-camper ratios, adaptive equipment, program supplies, and tuition assistance for those in financial need. Each summer, more than 160 individuals benefit from the fun they have at camp, and the friendships they form with fellow campers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence
Mentoring in Gloucester County Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence (BBBSI) strengthens the lives of youth in Gloucester County by providing one-to-one mentoring relationships with caring adult role models. Through their evidence-based approach, youth ages 8 to 18…many of whom face systemic challenges such as poverty, single-parent households, or parental incarceration…are paired with trained mentors who help them build confidence, improve school performance, and avoid risky behaviors. Mentors, called “Bigs”, commit to spending meaningful time with their “Littles” two to four times per month, fostering relationships that often last for years. For youth waiting to be matched, BBBSI keeps them engaged with community activities, family support events, and holiday programs to ensure no child feels left behind. United Way funding directly supports staff who carefully screen, train, and support volunteers and families through the life of each match. This professional oversight ensures child safety and strong, lasting relationships. With UWGC’s partnership, more than 30 Gloucester County youth will benefit from the program in the coming year.
Scouting America, Garden State Council
Scouting Programs in Gloucester County The Garden State Council of Scouting America provides youth in Gloucester County with opportunities to grow into confident, responsible, and community-minded leaders. Through Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturing programs, boys and girls ages 5 to 20 develop essential life skills, learn the value of service, and gain hands-on experiences that prepare them for success in school, work and life. Scouting emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and character development through activities such as camping, merit badge achievements, and community service projects. In Gloucester County alone, more than 900 young people participate in local packs and troops, supported by over 400 trained volunteer leaders. United Way funding helps make sure that Scouting remains accessible to all families by making annual training of these volunteers possible, and ensures that training remains accessible, high-quality, and free. This funding strengthens leadership skills, improves youth experience, increases retention, and supports inclusive and sustainable Scouting programs across Gloucester County.
Center for People in Transition
Steps to a Career The Steps to a Career program at the Center for People in Transition (PIT) helps individuals who are displaced homemakers, single parents, or survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives through education, career readiness, and job placement support. By offering personalized career counseling, job training, and skills workshops, the program empowers clients to overcome barriers and move toward financial independence. United Way funding ensures that clients receive the one-on-one support they need to develop resumes, practice interview skills, connect with job training, and secure employment that pays sustainable wages. Each year, PIT helps more than 150 Gloucester County residents increase their self-sufficiency through improved career skills and education pathways.
FamCare
Special Medical Services Famcare’s Special Medical Services Program ensures that uninsured and underinsured residents of Gloucester County have access to life-saving reproductive health care and cancer screenings. The program provides comprehensive onsite services including gynecologic exams, ThinPrep Pap tests, breast and testicular exams, HIV and STD testing, health education, and referrals for diagnostic ultrasounds. United Way funding makes these essential services affordable and accessible for individuals at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level. Famcare also addresses barriers to care by offering telehealth appointments and Uber Health rides, expanding access for those without reliable transportation. United Way funding fills the gaps left by federal and state funding, particularly for uninsured women, ensuring they receive comprehensive and timely care regardless of ability to pay.
Glassboro Child Development Centers
School Age Horizon & Summer Learning Program Glassboro Child Development Centers (GCDC) has served Gloucester County children for over 55 years, providing safe, enriching before- and after-school care as well as summer programs. Their School Age Horizon & Summer Learning Program specifically supports children in PreK–2nd grade from ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families—hardworking households that earn too much to qualify for state childcare subsidies but too little to afford market-rate care. United Way funding ensures that 30 children each year from ALICE families can attend full-day summer programs and before- and after-school care during the academic year at deeply reduced rates. This critical support allows parents to maintain steady employment while their children thrive in a safe, nurturing, and academically focused environment.
HollyDELL
Adult Program Community Inclusion The HollyDELL Adult Program Community Inclusion Initiative enriches the lives of adults with moderate to severe disabilities, many of whom are medically fragile, by providing meaningful opportunities to actively participate in the community. Through guided outings to museums, parks, sporting events, cultural centers, and local businesses, participants gain independence, build social skills, and experience the joy of connecting with others outside of their day program setting. Each month, the program organizes approximately 30 outings, with participants engaging in at least two community activities that align with their personal goals. Skills such as communication, decision-making, and safety awareness are practiced in real-world environments, while families gain peace of mind knowing their loved ones are not only cared for but also thriving. United Way funding helps cover transportation, admission fees, and related costs, ensuring that individuals who would otherwise face barriers can take part in these inclusive experiences. Without this support, many participants’ opportunities for community engagement would be very limited.
Literacy New Jersey
Adult Literacy Education in Gloucester County Literacy New Jersey is transforming lives in Gloucester County by helping adults build the reading, writing, and English language skills they need to succeed at home, at work, and in the community. With the support of trained volunteer tutors, adults receive free, individualized instruction in basic literacy, GED preparation, and English as a Second Language (ESL). On average, students meet with their tutors for three hours each week—time that builds confidence and opens doors to new opportunities. United Way funding makes it possible for 65 adults each year to participate in programs that empower them to thrive as parents, workers, and neighbors. The majority of participants are low-income, with many balancing multiple jobs and family responsibilities. For these learners, skills like reading a prescription, filling out a job application, or helping their child with homework represent life-changing progress.
Volunteers of America, Delaware Valley
Eleanor Corbett House The Eleanor Corbett House – Supplemental Housing Program (SHP) serves individuals who would otherwise be ineligible for housing benefits. During the course of their participation in the SHP, individuals served will work with case management to complete a comprehensive risk/needs assessment and an Individualized Service Plan (ISP); develop budget and savings plans; participate in Rent Smart Tenant Education curriculum; establish linkages to the community and its resources; and develop strategies for obtaining permanent housing. In providing service to this population, VOADV aims to meet the immediate needs of each family in order to lessen the impact of first-time or episodic homelessness, and to promote the stabilization, wellness and resiliency of each family unit. Through culturally responsive and strengths-based assessment and case planning, VOADV’s long-term goal is to assist families in achieving and maintaining economic self-support and self-sufficiency so upon discharge from the program, they are less likely to return to homelessness.
