Mission: The United Way of Cayuga County is committed to improving lives in our community by advancing the common good and addressing the underlying causes of problems. United Way is dedicated to community involvement and focused on creating long-lasting changes that will positively affect today, tomorrow and generations to come. United Way funds a total of 41 programs in Cayuga County that fall under one or more of United Way's four Funding Areas: guiding youth to achieve their potential; helping children succeed; improving people's health and wellbeing; and promoting independence and self-sufficiency. (Less)

United Way of Cayuga County is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1965, and donations are tax-deductible.