All of the money raised in Effingham County stays in Effingham County and is allocated to our partner agencies that serve your friends, family and neighbors. These agencies include local chapters of national agencies, established local agencies and new agencies that address emerging needs. These agencies provide a wide range of services, are governed by volunteer boards and meet high standards of accountability.
Scroll down to see our partner agencies and learn more about them.
This after-school program offers a safe, comfortable, loving environment for children who would otherwise be home alone during after school hours. This time is dedicated to showing respect toward self and others from a Christian perspective while providing time to complete homework and to receive assistance from staff members when needed.
203 E. Division St.
Altamont, IL 62411
(618) 267-3414
Provides funding for professional supervision and support for children and volunteers paired in one-to-one mentoring relationships both in school and in the community. United Way dollars are used to help with costs associated with finding excellent mentors through volunteer screening, training and assessments and youth enrollment.
10421 N. US Hwy 45
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1413
Delivers first class scouting programs to families in Effingham County. United Way dollars are used to help support professional staff services by providing guidance, program support, training of adult leaders, recruitment of youth and adults and marketing. Funding also provides registration, books and uniforms for at-risk youth and scholarships for camp for Effingham County troops.
262 W. Prairie Avenue
Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 429-2326
CASA for Kids provides court appointed volunteer advocacy for children who have experienced abuse or neglect in the counties we are assigned in the Second and Fourth Judicial Court Circuits.
PO Box 146
Effingham, Il 62401
(855) 484-6403
Provides financial, material, emotional and spiritual support to those in need in Effingham County. United Way dollars are used to fund the Food Pantry which supplements donated food and household items, and other programs that provide assistance for rent, utilities, temporary lodging, medical and prescription costs and transportation for low-income individuals and families, and the elderly.
1502 East Fayette Ave.
Teutopolis, IL 62467
(217) 857-1458
Child Advocacy Center of East Central Illinois provides a child-focused, facility-based program to sexually and physically abused children to help the child victim and their families throughout the judicial process, lessening the trauma and providing the best opportunity for their safety in the future. United Way dollars are used to help fund this program in Effingham County..
119 West State Street
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 345-8250
Offers child care with educational development programs for infants through age thirteen. United Way dollars are used to help support the “Lights on After School” and “Summer Camp” programs. Funding also helps to purchase classroom and playground equipment and supplies.
1101 Holly Drive
PO Box 1556
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-3062
Committed to elevating the quality of life for those in need in Effingham County. United Way dollars provide funds to purchase shoe vouchers, school supplies and new backpacks and eye exams and glass for children in preschool through eighth grade who qualify.
708 S. Linden
PO Box 473
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2200
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Effingham Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family’s income. To help inspire a love of reading and to create a foundation of literacy through free monthly book delivery.
PO Box 1211
Effingham, IL 62401
(217)264-3229
Residential Maternity Home for pregnant women and their babies. A loving Christian family home providing live-in-support, parenting education, life skills, counseling, post birth after care and resource referrals. The shelter provides a variety of services to those in need, including safe, temporary housing, access to health care, and support services. The shelter also offers educational programs, parenting classes, and job training to help women get back on their feet.
P.O Box 6065
Effingham, Il 62401
(217) 821-8879
Provides basic needs which include but not limited to: food, groceries, clothing, and spiritual needs. They also have a soup kitchen that provides hot and precooked meals for those in need. There is no fee for their service, assisting families a hand-up not a hand-out. United Way funds are used to provide these services.
304 South West Street
Shumway, IL 62461
(217) 690-1005
FMHS is located in Effingham, Illinois, and is a grassroots support organization comprised of local people with mental health experiences within their own families to share with other families. Our offices have a relaxing atmosphere to sit and unwind with games, puzzles, and good conversation. We also provide families support through monthly meetings, educational resources, and personal experiences.
P.O. Box 1047
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 347-7179
Helps cultivate values, social conscience, and self-esteem in young girls, while also teaching them critical life skills that will enable them to succeed as adults. United Way dollars are used to provide program activities for the Effingham County troopsts.
#4 Ginger Creek Parkway
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618)692-0692
Provides older Americans with low cost, nutritionally sound meals served in strategically located centers and at home. United Way dollars are used to fund this program to ensure delivery of a hot, nutritious meals to homebound clients.
1805 S. Banker Street
PO Box 928
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2193 ext. 119
Provides support services for sexual assault victims and family members. SAFE also provides free educational programs for schools and civic groups, as well as professional training. United way dollars are used to provide these services.
401 E Washington
PO Box 1641
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-6623
Provides seniors in Effingham County with care, assistance and information for them to take care of their everyday needs. United Way dollars help fund the Senior Program and the Senior Health Insurance Program that enables seniors to live quality, independent lives.
209 S. Merchant Street
PO Box 631
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 347-5569
Provides support to Effingham County Drug Court by informing, guiding and educating participants compliance entering their intensive drug rehabilitation program. United Way dollars are used to provide these services to Effingham County residents.
120 W Jefferson, Suite 102
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 347-7921
Provides programs and services to victims and those affected by domestic violence, homelessness, and elder abuse. United Way dollars are used to provide these services to Effingham County residents.
1108 S. Willow
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-4526
Provides one-to-one school- based mentoring for identified students with support, encouragement and positive role models. This program improves student’s self-confidence, academic performance and school attendance. United Way dollars are used to fund this program to qualifying students of Unit 40.
10421 N. US Hwy 45
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 540-1413