Advancing the Common Good
We believe everyone deserves the chance to thrive — to learn and grow through a quality education, earn a steady income that supports their family, and enjoy good health every step of the way. Because a good life should be a possibility for all.
That’s why our work is focused on these building blocks:
- Youth Opportunity – Helping young people reach their full potential
- Financial Stability – Creating strong financial futures for every generation
- Healthy Community – Improving the health and well-being for all individuals
- Community Resiliency -Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow
Our goal is to create long-lasting changes by addressing the underlying causes of these problems. Living united means being a part of the change. It takes everyone in the community working together to create a brighter future.
Who We Help
The United Way of West Ellis County seeks to create a positive environment by providing opportunities for all to experience a better life. We support local organizations who advocate for our key building blocks. In 2025, the UWWEC will award over $250,000 in grant funds to 24+ area agencies that have a tremendous impact on our community.
2025 UWWEC Partner Agencies:
- American Red Cross
- Avalon Independent School Summer Recreation Program
- Bridges Training Foundation
- Believing Restoration is Attainable
- Boy Scouts of America
- Common Ground Ministries
- Ellis County 4 H
- Ellis County Children's Advocacy Center
- Ellis County Homeless Coalition
- Harvest Family Life
- Manna House
- Meals On Wheels
- Mentors Care
- Midlothian Senior Activity Center
- Milford Independent School Summer Recreation Program
- Next Generation Stem
- Paws for Reflection Ranch
- Presbyterian Children's Home & Services
- Sisters in Spirit of Texas
- The Anchor Home
- The Heights of Ellis County
- The Salvation Army of Ellis County
- Unite Ellis
- Waxahachie Senior Activity Center
- YMCA