United Way's Opportunity Statement
United Way of Bartholomew County is a champion of opportunities for all. Opportunity for all is achieved when socio-economic status, race/ethnicity, gender, faith, disability, sexual orientation and other identities no longer impact socio-economic, education, and health outcomes. We recognize that structural inequity has contributed to barriers that have caused persistent disparities. United Way of Bartholomew County, along with our community partners, strives to engage community residents to create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, supports, opportunities and networks to reach their full potential.
Helping everyone reach their full potential
The data is clear. Marginalized families in our community face significant barriers to realizing their full human potential. Societal outcomes can be predicted based on socio-economic status, race and ethnicity, gender, disabilities, and other identities in every measure of well-being. Marginalized groups are among the most vulnerable to poor economic, educational, and health outcomes. While it is common to believe these differences are based on individual effort, attitude, or skills - societal barriers outside the control of individuals play a significant role.
United Way of Bartholomew County recognizes structural inequity has contributed to persistent disparities. To close gaps on socio-economic indicators for high-school graduation rates, post-secondary attainment, wealth, and good health across all identities, we created a plan involving the whole community. We engaged community members to create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, supports, opportunities and networks to thrive including children, our future and next generation of leaders.
