Here are just a few examples of where your Berwick Area United Way donation is going, and the impact you are making on our community. Last year:
- 65 elderly received meals on wheels
- 72 three and four year olds had their vision screened. Four needed eye examinations.
- 118 women and their 333 children found safe haven from abuse
- 117 school age children spent their summer in a supervised, quality summer program
- 141 children received a free, healthy lunch this summer
- 3,817 meals were served at the Saturday soup kitchen
- 3,804 homebound elderly and handicapped neighbors received books on wheels visits
- 14 families burned out of their homes got help rebuilding their lives with vouchers for food, clothing and shelter
- 4,000 hours free internet access was provided at the library
- 309 working families had their income taxes done for free
- $500,000 in tax refunds and saved tax preparation fees went to working families
- 17,612 residents saved an average of 25% on prescription drug costs
- 16 children received adult mentoring and improved their grades and school attendance
