News

September 1, 2026:

United Way of the Southern Tier has launched the application process for its next three-year funding cycle.

Together with our community partners, United Way works to create pathways, year-round, that lead to:
• Health & Well-Being of Seniors: Helping senior citizens who wish to remain in their homes as they age, where they are happy and comfortable.
•​​​​​​​ Youth Opportunity: Building the skills children need to succeed, beginning at birth, setting them up for lifelong success.
•​​​​​​​ Financial Security & Basic Needs: Ensuring that struggling families have access to financial education and stability, as well as the basics of food and shelter in times of crisis.

Eligible 501(c)3 non-profit health or human service organizations that serve residents of Chemung and/or Steuben counties and that have programs which directly align with one or more of these strategic focus areas are encouraged to apply.

Those interested in applying must complete a Letter of Intent by Friday, September 18, for each program for which a request will be made.

Select programs will be invited to apply for funding following a review of the Letter of Intent.

All funding decisions are guided by United Way of the Southern Tier’s investment values, which consider client need, program results, focused alignment, effective use of resources, and continuous learning and improvement.

Funds awarded through this process would begin on July 1, 2027.

Organizations that have questions relating to United Way investment values or program eligibility are invited to contact United Way of the Southern Tier Senior Director of Impact Barbara Hubbell by email or at 607-377-5833.