United Way of Johnson County

The annual fund raising drive is for securing funds to be distributed to various not-for-profit organizations located within or serving the Johnson County, Indiana area.

Other programs sponsored by the United Way include the following: helpline: connecting people with the health and human services they need with a free information and referral service the helpline also connects volunteeers with local not-for-profit organization in need of assistance. Operation bundle up: this program provides new and gently used winter coats to children and families in Johnson County. The program partners with area schools to collect coats throughout the fall and has the coats cleaned and distributed in the late fall. 220 children and 95 adults participated in the program. Fast track: through donations received, this program assists low-income families with obtaining the necessary school supplies in order for students to be prepared for the first day of school. 1,463 students were given supplies this year. Christmas angels: to match local families with a sponsor who can provide clothing and toys to children during the holiday season. The program also partners with a local church to run the angel tree store. The store gives out toys and clothing donated by local businesses and individuals. 1,206 children were matched up with sponsors or received gifts from the angel tree store this year.

No place to call home coordination takes place in 3 parts: entry, coordinated case management and coordinated financial assistance. First, no place to call home coordination provides a single point of entry and assessment into the program for those who are homeless. Second, no place to call home coordinates case management providers in the County and assigns clients to the most appropriate provider based on their presenting needs. Third, no place to call home coordinates financial resources for clients to assist in addressing their housing needs.

Other programs that are provided by the United Way: tornado relief-assistance with residents of Johnson County affected by tornadoes that hit the area in 2023. Funds have been made available by local and state agencies to provide funds for this program. Charity tracker program economic assistance