In today’s complex world, there’s no one way or right way to tackle the challenges we face. Instead, it takes all of us working collectively, in all kinds of different ways, to get the job done. Through research and planning, community engagement, investments in programs and initiatives, public policy advocacy and public awareness activities, we are creating real and measurable changes.
We improve Okaloosa and Walton counties by focusing our attention and by supporting programs in three categories for maximum impact. Why healthy community, youth opportunity, and financial security? Because when everyone has these, they thrive, and our community thrives.
Our 2025-26 Impacts:
68 Partner Agencies & Friends
120 Workplace Campaigns & Corporate Partners
1,389 Donors
$294,680 In-Kind Support
21,946 Hours From 7,028 Volunteers
$629,067 Total Grants to Local Non-Profits
$220,000 in Matching Funds
$472,082 Grant Funding Supporting UWEC Programs
Which amounts to a $3,131,253 Impact with 48,789 Lives Changed!
At United Way Emerald Coast, we connect people, resources, and ideas for:
Healthy Community: Improving health and well-being for all
Youth Opportunity: Helping young people realize their full potential
Financial Security: Creating a stronger financial future for every generation
See our list of Partner Agencies and our internal programs and initiatives.