United Way advances the common good by focusing on education, income and health. These are the building blocks for a good life: A quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health.


When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. We strengthen neighborhoods. We bolster the health of our communities. We change the lives of those who walk by us every day. And we create opportunities for a better life for all.

For 91 years, Heart of West Michigan United Way has taken a leadership role in mobilizing resources of individuals, companies, government and labor to achieve positive and lasting change in the lives of people in our community. Be part of improving the health, education and income of people in West Michigan. Because united, we can change what we see in our world.

Learn more! Visit waybetterunitedway.org.