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United Way of Denton County

LIVE UNITED for Denton County

Denton, TX   |  www.UnitedWayDentonCounty.org

Mission

We mobilize Denton County communities to action so all can thrive. For more than 70 years, United Way of Denton County has partnered with local donors, businesses, governments, and nonprofits to co-create solutions to people's most pressing challenges. We take a comprehensive approach, listening and responding to local needs. With our community partners, United Way of Denton County creates pathways to better healthcare, education, and job opportunities. From strengthening local resilience to advancing overall health, youth opportunity, and financial security, we're working towards a future where every person in Denton County, regardless of age, can flourish and reach their full potential.

Ruling year info

1971

President & CEO

Mr. Gary Henderson

Main address

1314 Teasley Ln

Denton, TX 76205 USA

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Formerly known as

Denton County United Fund

EIN

75-1251128

NTEE code info

Fund Raising Organizations That Cross Categories includes Community Funds/Trusts and Federated Giving Programs) e.g. United Way (T70)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ.

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Programs and results

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Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

2-1-1 / Information & Referral

UWDC maintains a database of all health and human services available to Denton County residents. This database is published as an annual Community Resources Directory as well as furnished to Texas 2-1-1.

Using our Community Resources Directory, UWDC Staff and Volunteers are trained to answer a helpline and provide simple referral services to Denton County residents.

Population(s) Served
Families

UWDC maintains a comprehensive Community Needs Assessment on the areas of Education, Income and Health to prioritize the deployment and coordination of our community's resources.

Population(s) Served
Adults

In response to findings and recommendations by the Denton County Citizen's Council on Mental Health and the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, government and community organizations representing Denton County have convened the Denton County Behavioral Health Leadership Team. Our goal is to establish and maintain a continuum of care to address mental health issues in Denton County

Population(s) Served
Adults

Through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, IRS-certified volunteers prepare taxes free of charge for households earning up to $60,000 in annual income. Annually, this program puts over $1 million in refunds and saved fees in the hands of taxpayers who need the money the most.

Population(s) Served

The Denton County Veteran Stability Program seeks to help eligible Veterans, their dependents and surviving spouses facing financial hardships with temporary assistance.

Program participants may be eligible to receive financial assistance with:
-rent or mortgage
-utilities
-transportation
-restorative dental care
-critical documents
-childcare payments

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Widows and widowers

As the backbone organization to the Denton County Housing & Homelessness Leadership Team, United Way of Denton County enhances the outcomes of all partners by facilitating a shared vision, shared measurements, mutually reinforcing activities, and continuous communication. The Denton County Housing & Homelessness Leadership Team fosters an effective and coordinated system of homelessness prevention and intervention, resulting in homelessness that is rare, brief and nonrecurring. The vision is a Denton County community where everyone has a place to call home that is safe, affordable, accessible, and supported by community resources.

Population(s) Served

The mission of the Workforce Success Leadership Team is to create and promote a holistic community approach to the workforce that provides every individual and family with the opportunity to increase earning potential, succeed, and thrive. The vision is for all individuals in Denton County to achieve financial security.

Population(s) Served
Economically disadvantaged people
Economically disadvantaged people
Self-employed people
Retired people
Veterans
Teachers

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United Way of Denton County

Board of directors
as of 07/08/2024
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Mr. Michael Thomson

Laura Behrens

Jessica DeRoche

Greg Sawko

Josh Ashford

Mary Curtis, PhD

Micah Tannery

Melinda Galler

Board leadership practices

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 5/30/2023
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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
Native American/American Indian/Alaska Native/Indigenous
Gender identity
Male, Not transgender
Sexual orientation
Heterosexual or Straight
Disability status
Person without a disability

Race & ethnicity

Gender identity

Transgender Identity

Sexual orientation

No data

Disability

No data

Equity strategies

Last updated: 05/30/2023

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Data
  • We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
  • We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support.
  • We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
  • We disaggregate data by demographics, including race, in every policy and program measured.
  • We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
Policies and processes
  • We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
  • We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
  • We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
  • We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.