United Way of Rhode Island

My Life is Now on a Better Path.

Jessica Chabot spent 14 years working for a company before being laid off due to the economic downturn. The single mother eventually lost her home. She then participated in the Stepping Up program, which helps people get the education and skills they need for a long-term career in healthcare. Stepping Up is funded by United Way of Rhode Island and is provided at Connecting for Children and Families. It was there that Jessica met Heidi Collins, her workforce development partner. Jessica is now working full time; maintaining her family’s independence for the long term.

Building a Better Rhode Island.

James Brice and Nicholas Lowinger share a passion for helping others. Through his employer A & H Mfg. Co., James gives to United Way of Rhode Island. His donation is important to him as he knows it helps provide vital services to people in need. When he was 12-years-old, Nicholas created the Gotta Have Sole Foundation. His organization provides new footwear to children staying in shelters.

A Rhode Island with Fewer People in Need.

United Way has been working to strengthen Rhode Island for over 80 years. Through their active community leadership roles, Reverend Don Anderson and Linda Newton are addressing the issues that Rhode Islanders care about most. Working together, we can help everyone get an opportunity for a better life. This is what we do at United Way. We help our neighbors access the tools they need to succeed.