To build thriving communities and create equitable opportunities by providing supportive services and advancing community driven solutions.
To end multigenerational poverty.Â
83% of United Community’s clients live at or below the federal poverty level. The area we serve (the Route 1 Corridor) has a high concentration of affordable housing, but few amenities, features, or supports to help residents – especially low-income and residents of color – to improve their quality of life.
“An Island of Disadvantage” – 2017 NVHF Report
For the 96% of white residents living along the Potomac River, there is a zero poverty rate. While across the highway – where 70% of residents are Hispanic and African American – there is an overall poverty rate of nearly 20%.
Accountability
We are accountable to each other, our community, our partners, and our supporters to ensure we are living out our values and centering community-driven solutions to create equitable and thriving communities.
Collaboration
We believe that collaboration is essential to advancing our mission and commit to pursuing deep and meaningful partnerships with each other and with our community.Â
Empathy
We understand that to build trust with each other and our community, we must engage one another with empathy, compassion, and understanding.Â
Integrity
We are committed to our work with integrity by being honest, showing dignity, and having mutual respect for each other.Â
Unity
We are united in promoting our mission through strong teamwork, clear communication, and mutual support
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