This site will help to familiarize you with the work of the United Way of Eastern Kentucky, and how the money we raise is spent. Over 99% of the money raised in the Big Sandy area STAYS in the Big Sandy area. When you give to the United Way, you are helping locally. Donations may be made directly to: United Way of Eastern Kentucky, P.O Box 1446, Prestonsburg, KY 41653 or many employers offer a payroll deduction plan. Thank you for your support and help.
WHAT MATTERS.
Results matter.
How do we measure progress?
We don’t measure results by how much money we raise or distribute. We look at our overall impact in the specific areas we’ve targeted. These are the kinds of criteria against which we measure our success:
    Are we contributing to an improvement in the vitality of our community?
    Is there more we should be doing to collaborate with diverse groups?
    Are we truly changing people’s lives?
    Are we helping to facilitate visible cooperation between community groups and businesses?
    Can we be a better catalyst for change?

Why invest in United Way?
When you join forces with others, your contribution has more impact. Your United Way investment, because it is magnified by the investments of others, has the power to bring about changes that matter in your community. When you contribute, you help more than one person or one charity. United Way is the collective power of people working towards long-term solutinos, not short-term fixes.