History

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The United Way of Calvert County (UWCC) is an independent, separately incorporated organization governed by local volunteers who serve only Calvert County. UWCC began by supporting six agencies and now serves thirty partner agencies. In 2011, UWCC currently supports 31 agencies and 17 Community Impact programs that serve over 35,000 people in Calvert County. UWCC began by supporting six agencies and now serves 32 partner agencies and 16 Community Impact programs. United Way has evolved from a fundraising organization into a community building partner, focusing on three vital impact areas: Education, Income and Health. United Way of Calvert County was incorporated on April 23, 1980. Since then, UWCC has raised almost 9 million dollars.

1980	UWCC started with volunteers from Baltimore Gas & Electric supporting six local human service agencies. The first employee campaign held at BGE raised approximately $5,000.
1994	UWCC instituted Day of Caring an annual county-wide event, encouraging and celebrating volunteerism.
1997	UWCC opened the United Way House & Volunteer Resource Center, to support local agencies and act as a community service center.
1998	The Success By 6® Initiative was established, bringing partners together to improve the % of children entering school ready to learn.
2004	UWCC transitions to the Community Impact model, funding programs which provide measurable results, leading to long-term change.
2005	The Women’s Initiative formed, raising funds and awareness in 3 key areas: Early Childhood, Healthy Girls and Women’s Economic Empowerment.
2007	Implemented it’s first multi-year funding cycle to achieve lasting changes in the lives of the people we serve.
2010	Launched a new strategic direction bringing the community together to address pressing issues in the areas of Education, Income and Health.