UNITED IS THE WAY

United, we build healthy communities.
United, we support our youth to find success in and out of the classroom.
United, we work together to address food insecurities.
United, we help support working families when times are tough.
United, we help our neighbors prepare to enter the workforce.
We bring together people, resources, and ideas to tackle the root causes of our community’s biggest challenges.

Campaign Registration

Funded Programs

The Ripple Effect of Your Donation

Campaign Video 2025

Fuel change where you work. Register your company’s campaign today and join the movement—because United is the Way

Printed Materials to Download

Brochure

What a Dollar Can Do

United Way Presentation Slides

Logos

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Campaign Awards

Honoring Our 2026 Award Recipients

At United Way MSJC, our strength lies in the unwavering support of dedicated volunteers, generous corporate partners, and committed community leaders. Their compassion and commitment fuel our mission to uplift lives and create lasting change across our region.

We are honored to celebrate the 2025 award recipients who truly demonstrate that

United is the Way

to building stronger, more resilient communities.

Award: Century of Impact Honoree

Honoring those who go above and beyond to create hope and opportunity in our communities for a century.

Recipients:

Valero

Award: Champions of Hope

Honoring those who go above and beyond to create hope and opportunity in our communities.

Recipients:

Entergy

Award: Community Impact Award

Celebrating organizations that have made a measurable difference through service, advocacy, and partnership.

Recipients:

Diamond Green Diesel
Golden Pass LNG
Port Arthur Independent School District

Award: Board Member of the Year

Recognizing outstanding leadership, vision, and service on our Board of Directors.

Chrissy Russell

Special Events

Pearls & Purses

Purse Bingo for Literacy - July 23, 2026

Reel United

Big Bass Fishing Tournament - March 2027 (DATES COMING SOON)

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Annual Report

The 2025-26 Annual Report from United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County showcases a transformative year of bold action and deep community investment. Driven by a mission to uplift lives and tackle systemic challenges, United Way directly impacted over 93,000 individuals through powerful initiatives across four pillars: Healthy Community, Community Resiliency, Youth Opportunities, and Financial Stability. From delivering over 875,377 meals and 54,000+ therapy sessions to distributing 36,704 books and securing 607children with a safe place to sleep, the organization mobilized resources with precision and compassion. Standout initiatives like the West Port Arthur Community Garden, United We Work, Early Literacy campaigns, and the innovative SETXvolunteers.org platform amplified support for families, youth, and underserved neighborhoods.

Review our full Annual Report pdf and see the what United Way has accomplished in the last year.

"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and advocates, United Way MSJC invested more than $3 million back into Southeast Texas this year—strengthening families, creating opportunities, and building a brighter future for our community. Through 18 impactful initiatives spanning Community Impact Grants, Early Literacy, Food Insecurities, Workforce Readiness & Stability, Volunteerism, and Digital Initiatives, we are meeting people where they are and helping them achieve long-term success."