Our Mission
To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power in Daviess County.
Our Vision
We envision a community where lifting others up is common practice to achieve education, healthier lives, and financial stability.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what it means to LIVE UNITED.
United Way of Daviess County takes the broadest possible view of diversity, we go beyond visible differences to affirm the essence of all individuals including the realities, background, experiences, skills and perspectives that make each person who they are. Engaging the power of diverse talent and partners results in innovative solutions and the community ownership necessary to address complex community issues. UWDC recognizes the inclusion of all people, regardless of their abilities, disabilities, or health care needs. All people have the right to be respected and appreciated as valuable members of our community.
DIVERSITY, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND PERSONNEL PRACTICES: All citizens with United Way of Daviess County will be treated with dignity and respect. We will seek out and implement practices, programs, and funding opportunities to include all the diverse elements that make up our community. We commit to positive action to represent in all aspects of our organization in our community, as it currently stands. Discrimination in employment or volunteer activities and harassment of any individuals is strictly prohibited. Our United Way will abide by all laws related to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local law. To support and uphold these practices, we will: (1) Recognize the distinct differences of individuals and respect those differences; (2) Respect the work-related needs of others and adhere to all United Way personnel policies and practices; (3) Refuse to engage in or tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment; (4) Strive to create an environment conducive to professionalism and diversity.
ANTI-RACISM/ETHNIC DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
United Ways of Daviess County is committed to programs and activities that are free of racial or ethnic discrimination. We strive to provide and maintain an environment that fosters respect among all members of the community regardless of color, race, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation, etc.
United Way of Daviess County encourages an environment where individuals are free to grow intellectually, personally, professionally, and socially without intimidation or fear. Intimidation and harassment are not acceptable and there is 0 policy for this behavior.
United Way of Daviess County denounces any form of racism/ethnic discrimination and recognizes the disparities in past history. We strive to not let history repeat itself and support all members in our community in making a difference for all.
Racial and ethnic discrimination is a violation of federal and state law, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) and other key federal civil rights statutes.