About
- - Our Story and History
    
    United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties plays a unique role in the community as a leader in the health and human services sector. We firmly believe that to successfully carry out our organizational vision and mission, UWLWC must be committed to diversity.
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Our Work
- - United we will
    
    Together, we tackle the problems most people shy away from by forging unlikely partnerships, finding new solutions to old problems, mobilizing the best resources, and inspiring individuals like you to join us in the fight against our community’s most daunting social crises.
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- - Ways to Help
    
    Together, we will advocate for children, families, veterans, older adults and those facing illness or disability. We will give a voice to those without one, hope to hopeless and strength to the powerless.
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    The United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne, & Pike Counties is committed to helping make a positive impact in the lives of all residents in our region. As a resource provider for our community, we understand that a strong network of resources reflects the strength of our community. The United Way works to ensure individuals and families in our region get they help they need when they need it most.
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    Join us in making a difference. Attend our fundraising galas, community cleanups, volunteer drives, and other impactful events that bring us together to create lasting change. Your participation helps support children, families, and communities in need.

TRANSFORMING READERS

Transforming Readers is a dynamic volunteer tutoring program serving Kindergarten through 4th grade students who are reading just below grade level. Built on the belief that reading is the cornerstone of academic and lifelong success, this program helps children develop the strong literacy foundation they need to thrive.

Through our RSVP program, we recruit, screen, and support dedicated community volunteers who serve as reading tutors. These caring adults provide individualized or small-group reading practice, giving students the boost they need to make measurable progress—often at a faster rate than they would without tutoring support.

Now active in six elementary schools, Transforming Readers is currently helping 490 students unlock their reading potential. Trained volunteers commit just two hours each week over a 10-week semester, delivering consistent, high-impact support that fosters confidence, builds essential skills, and transforms young readers into future leaders.

Transforming Readers needs you! If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to Paul Stefani @ pstefani@uwlc.net