United Way of Marion County improves the lives of individuals and families, building a strong community by uniting people and organizations to create measurable results and a lasting impact.

Helping youth achieve the educational goals necessary to become positive, contributing community members through ReadingPals and Community Partnership Schools.

Helping families and individuals obtain the basic necessities to meet their needs while transitioning to financial stability and self-supportive living through Strong Families and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Lighthouse Central Florida provides programs for the visually impaired. Programs are provided for Children 0-13, Teens 14-22, and adults. Training to use access software for both Windows and Apple operating systems is provided.

A resource home for young adults aging out of the foster care system. Providing these young adults with a safe, fully furnished home, where they will learn the skills needed for life as an adult.

Serving and advocating for victims of sexual assault in Marion County, Florida.

The Mission
To provide services to victims of sexual assault in Marion County, Florida.
To provide education, awareness, prevention, and treatment of sexual assault in Marion County, Florida.

Sexual Assault Hotline 352-633-5563

The Early Learning Coalition Provides the following services in Marion County:

Early education provider recruitment
Early education provider professional development
Development of community partnerships
Child Care Resource and Referral – CCR&R
School readiness program
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)
Child development and health screenings
Child assessments
Success By 6, in partnership with United Way of Marion County

A non-denominational church with a food pantry.