united is the way

every dollar matters

We have deep roots in our community, driving solutions and tackling big challenges.


We help people live their purpose – whether by donating, volunteering, or speaking out for policies to improve our community. United Way helps people make positive lasting change.


If you want to live more purposefully — even with limited time or resources —  please join us. We can do more United.

  • 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. 

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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

11,762

summer meals were distributed to local families.

244

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

400

volunteers participated in the 2024 United Way Day of Caring.

574

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