The global United Way Movement now has 1,800 community-based United Ways in 41 countries and territories. The organisation advances the common good, creating opportunities for a better life for all by focusing on education, income and health – the building blocks for a good quality of life.

The United Way movement mobilizes millions to action – to give, advocate and volunteer – to improve the conditions in their communities. More information is available at http://liveunited.org/

United Way by the numbers:

•       United Way is the world’s largest privately supported nonprofit

•       1,800 local, community-based United Ways worldwide

•       2,500,000 volunteers

•       41 countries and territories

•       $5.09 billion (USD) raised worldwide by the movement in 2010