United is the Way

Mobilizing the caring power of communities

Enhancing early childhood care and education by strengthening Anganwadi centers

Creating an inclusive, healthy, and gender – sensitive generation and communities through focused gender-sensitization initiatives

Creating self – sustainable rural communities through an integrated approach to rural development


Creating biodiversity hotspots by reviving waterbodies through public – private partnerships


Promoting water security for cities by constructing 10,000 percolation wells to conserve 1 billion liters of rainwater

'Corporate Volunteering'

Catalyzing volunteers toward community engagement, development, and sustainability

United is the Way

Mobilizing the caring power of communities


Enhancing early childhood care and education by strengthening Anganwadi centers

Creating an inclusive, healthy, and gender – sensitive generation and communities through focused gender-sensitization initiatives

Creating self – sustainable rural communities through an integrated approach to rural development

Creating biodiversity hotspots by reviving waterbodies through public – private partnerships

Promoting water security for cities by constructing 10,000 percolation wells to conserve 1 billion liters of rainwater

'Corporate Volunteering'

Catalyzing volunteers toward community engagement, development, and sustainability

Impact

818

Schools

11,482

Anganwadis touched

81

Lakes revived

3,69,570

Trees planted

896

Villages impacted

1,26,270

Volunteers mobilised

Impact

818

Schools

11,482

Anganwadis touched

81

Lakes revived

3,69,570

Trees planted

896

Villages impacted

1,26,270

Volunteers mobilised

Our Story

United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) is a part of United Way Worldwide, the largest NGO network of over 1,100 chapters in 37 countries. Since 2008, UWBe has been dedicated to working in underserved locations and marginalized communities. UWBe marked a significant milestone in the year 2023 as it completed its 15-year journey. Over 15 years, the organization’s reach extended beyond Karnataka to ten other states, with a special focus on remote areas and aspirational districts. United Way Bengaluru works in key areas: Education, Health, Rural Development, Environment and Volunteering. Aligned with its mission, the organization brings together unified efforts from CSR partners, civic bodies, and local communities to work collaboratively toward solutions. The organization carries a global image with a ‘local heart’ committed to creating meaningful change in the lives of the local communities.

Impact Areas

Education For All

Rural Development

Climate Action

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Volunteering

Education for All

Ensure access to improved, quality education at every stage of life across India by providing safe and inclusive learning environments, age-appropriate learning resources, and equitable opportunities for effective teaching and student engagement, without any form of discrimination.

Early Childhood Care and Education

  • Creating child-friendly and conductive learning spaces
  • Strategic partnership and capacity building of Anganwadi workers
  • Community mobilisation and awareness

Integrated School Development Program

  • Creating safe, conductive, & Inclusive learning spaces
  • Promoting STEAM education
  • Digital learning
  • Physical training and sports
  • Gender sensitisation, awareness, and communication
  • Capacity building of teachers

Higher Education

  • Need-based Scholarships for students
  • Mentoring and career guidance
  • Skilling

Volunteering

We engage corporate employees and Individuals in meaningful volunteering opportunities that foster stronger community connections, promote collective well-being, and contribute to building an inclusive, resilient, and thriving community for all.

  • Corporates – Community engagement
  • Learning and skilling
  • Awareness & Advocacy
  • Community impact

In-house

  • Making of seed balls, compost, paper bags, pottery
  • Learning Material Making
  • Awareness poster
  • Virtual volunteering
  • Terrace gardening
  • Hygiene kits

On-site

  • Lake cleanup, plantation, and plog run
  • Botanical/Wildlife education tour
  • Mural painting at Anganwadis, schools, and campuses
  • Storytelling
  • Solid waste management
  • Sports day
  • Health & hygiene awareness
  • Hygiene kit distribution
  • Animal care
  • Elderly and palliative care

Integrated Rural Development

We strive to build sustainable rural communities by bridging gaps in education, environment, health, and livelihood through collaboration with local governments and community stakeholders.

  • Improving Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
  • Integrated school development program
  • Scholarships and mentoring for youth
  • Skilling & sustainable livelihood development
  • Creating access to safe drinking water
  • Strengthening the public healthcare system
  • Solar streetlighting/clean energy practices
  • Integrated watershed management

Climate Action

United Way Bengaluru is committed to addressing critical environmental issues through its dedicated initiatives. Focusing on key areas such as water conservation, groundwater recharge, and biodiversity conservation by following integrated and scientific approaches to achieve sustainable outcomes. By collaborating with local communities, government bodies, and corporate partners, UWBe implements projects that enhance water security, restore the groundwater table, and preserve biodiversity in urban and rural areas. These efforts are designed not only to address environmental challenges but also to foster a strong sense of community connection and ownership.

  • Lakes restoration
  • Groundwater recharge initiatives
  • Large-scale afforestation
  • Rewilding of mangroves
  • Clean energy initiatives
  • Integrated watershed management
  • Reviving traditional rainwater harvesting structures
  • Community awareness and advocacy

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The DEI initiative supports communities that often face barriers to economic and social inclusion. It prioritizes marginalized groups, women, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals, demonstrating a strong commitment to inclusivity.

  • Safe space creation
  • Supporting girl child education
  • Training and livelihood opportunities
  • Healthcare and counselling
  • Gender sensitivity awareness

Awards & Recognitions

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