Public Policy

As a leading community impact organization, United Way knows that real and sustained change in community conditions requires more than money. The United Way of America Public Policy office is located in Alexandria, VA and is dedicated to supporting local and state United Ways as they work to advance the common good. Policy staff educate and engage Members of Congress, the Administration, and other policymakers about the goals and priorities of the United Way movement, United Way’s community impact work, and United Way system expertise in education, financial stability, nonprofit sector strengthening, and health-related issues. United Way of America also supports and encourages local and state United Ways to participate in public policy at the local and state levels.

If your United Way is interested in applying for federal funds, please visit www.fbci.gov or view a new publication that lists over 100 government grant programs available to community-based organizations. 

If your United Way would like to contact your Member(s) of Congress and/or local elected officials, please click here to access all necessary contact information.  For opportunities on how to get involved and advocate on behalf of United Way's federal legislative priorities, visit the United Way Legislative Action Center.