United Way

After the Storm

It has been some time since our city experienced its own disaster. Like so many in the storm's path, United Way has limited power with our emergency generator, but we want to assure you that 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE is up and running answering calls 24/7 as usual.

Visit the United Way of Greater Houston Web site often, as we will continuously update it with the most current information on available resources for those desperately needing vital information.

Our short term priority is to support our first responders – American Red Cross, Salvation Army and others with whatever resources we can put at their disposal. We have convened our United Way affiliate agencies to assess their circumstances and determine how best to support their response efforts. This is an ongoing process and will continue as long as necessary.

We will focus quickly on leading the long-term recovery that must take place in the months ahead. It is our intent to put the United Way systems, services and resources in place to aid the most vulnerable victims of the storm. Thank you for your continued support of the United Way of Greater Houston.

Connecting to Immediate Disaster Resources

United Way of Greater Houston is taking thelead in helping our community rebound after Hurricane Ike.

For information and resources, click here.

The Greater Houston area was hit hard by Hurricane Ike. But, no matter how hard the hit, United Way of Greater Houston is here to lend a hand and ignite hope through good times and bad. Only the United Way has the capacity, experience and networks to respond to our community's biggest challenges, like natural disasters.

Year-round, United Way invests in our community's first responders, like the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. In the aftermath of Hurricane Ike, the needs of our community are greater than ever. United Way is ramping up our support of organizations providing front-line assistance.

Give Now and Keep Houston Strong

Every day of every season, United Way is here to lend a hand and ignite hope. We are here 24-hours-a-day, facing challenges great and small.

Whether it's providing disaster relief in the wake of Hurricane Ike or helping people with basic needs, United Way is the trusted partner and leader for our community, and the very fabric of Houston life.

With your help, United Way is keeping our community's social safety net strong, tackling long-term issues, and helping in good times and bad.

Only the United Way has the capacity, experience and networks to respond to our community's biggest challenges, like natural disasters. That is why the United Way is so important to Houston, and why your support is vital.

United Way is the best way to make the biggest difference in our community. Do something about it…please give now.