Local Spotlight: Plymouth Community United Way

Nonprofit organizations like Plymouth Community United Way are the backbone of any community. They work diligently to provide everyone in the greater Plymouth area with the opportunity to thrive regardless of your current situation. Check out this local spotlight to learn more about how they do that!

The Transformation of Plymouth Community United Way

The United Way is a nonprofit organization that began in 1887 in Virginia, and today, it has almost 1,200 locations in the country. The Plymouth Community Fund was established in 1944 to offer relief to families affected by the hardships of World War II.

This organization would eventually evolve into the Plymouth Community United Way that we know and love. While their name changed, their mission to address and serve human needs in the areas of Plymouth, Canton, and Western Wayne County.

Today, this organization is lead by Marie Morrow, who has spent the last 32 years helping the Plymouth Community United Way grow into the multi-faceted nonprofit organization that it is today.

The Impact They Have on the Community They Serve

The main goal of Plymouth Community United Way is to “create opportunities for a better life for all.” They approach every opportunity with the philosophy that partnerships matter. In order to better individual lives, they need to change the systems that serve them.

They take a top-down approach to create change in their community when addressing life’s many building blocks, basic needs like food, health, resources, and education. By working interdependently with other organizations—like food pantries and emergency assistance organizations—they can create opportunities for individual growth.

They provide a wide variety of resources for those in the community to take advantage of including:

• Clothing & food assistance through organized drives
• Assistance with finding affordable housing & jobs
• Guidance for domestic violence & drug abuse situations

These are just a handful of the resources you’ll find through their websites. They also work with a series of advocates that can provide personalized advice and strategy plans for overall life improvement.

How You Can Get Involved with Plymouth Community United Way!

Want to get involved and make a difference in the lives of your neighbors and fellow community members? Check out the many volunteer opportunities offered by the Plymouth Community United Way on their Facebook, or make a donation through their website!