united is the way

every dollar matters. JUST LIKE EVERY PERSON.

Whenever there is a need in our communities, United Way is there.

Your support can help us continue tackling the biggest problems in our

community. No challenge is too big for us to take on if we work together.


When you donate to United Way, you help kids succeed. You help adults

secure jobs. And you help families become healthier. Your support fuels our mission and creates stronger communities where all can thrive.


Donate today.

Because, United is the Way™.

  • How can I donate?

    Click the button below to make an online donation. You can also donate directly to one of our programs by visiting the programs under GET HELP.


    If you prefer to mail your gift, please mail to: 


    Waverly-Shell Rock Area United Way

    PO BOX 271

    Waverly, IA 50677

  • Does my donation stay local?

    YES! 


    99% of all donations stay in the local community. We are a small United Way with little overhead. We invest every dollar carefully and ensure every dollar makes a local difference. 

  • Can I donate services?

    The Waverly-Shell Rock Area United Way operates as a small business. Services that small businesses need, we need to! Donated services mean more dollars invested in our community. 

  • Is my donation tax deductible?

    We are a 501c3 non-profit and all donations are tax deductible. 

Donate Now!

What matters more?

  • A $5 cup of coffee or 25 meals for you elderly neighbor?


  • A $10 app for your phone or basic hygiene products for a laid off worker?


  • A $20 pair of movie tickets or 30 minutes of school-based mental health for your child's classmate?


  • A $50 dinner out or a day of on-the-job training for a disabled community member?


  • $100 of new clothes or school supplies for the foster children next door?


My dollar matters!
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THERE ARE MANY NEEDS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER FOR COMMUNITIES TO THRIVE. WAVERLY-SHELL ROCK AREA UNITED WAY AGENCY HAS A THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT THOSE NEEDS ARE AND HOW TO EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY ADDRESS THOSE NEEDS. WE SUPPORT THE WAVERLY- SHELL ROCK AREA UNITED WAY BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES, AND WE KNOW THAT 99% OF OUR CONTRIBUTION WILL PROVIDE SERVICES FOR OUR LOCAL AREA. THAT IS TRULY REMARKABLE!

Vern & Jean Byl

United Way donors

8.896

summer meals were distributed to local families.

267

school children received school supplies to prepare them for the academic year.

400

volunteers participated in the 2025 United Way Day of Caring.

532

children in Bremer and Butler Counties were supported with holiday gifts.