United Way of Lake County

United Way of Lake County Serving Lake County, Illinois ❤️ Together, we’re creating a future where everyone can thrive Welcome to United Way of Lake County's page!

This page is intended to provide updated information and discussion on United Way of Lake County and our efforts within the community. Please visit our official website at www.LIVEUNITEDlakecounty.org. While this is an open forum, it's also a family-friendly one. Comments are welcomed and encouraged on UWLC social media sites, however, UWLC reserves the discretion to delete/hide comments that:

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Celebrating Juneteenth means celebrating the resilience and honoring the strength and history of the Black community. We...
06/24/2026

Celebrating Juneteenth means celebrating the resilience and honoring the strength and history of the Black community. We remain committed to working together to build a stronger, more inclusive Lake County where every individual and family can thrive and journey towards equity. ❤️🖤💚

Juneteenth Lake County IL

Shoutout to the wonderful AbbVie volunteers who came out to North School in Waukegan to paint a brand-new Early Learning...
06/23/2026

Shoutout to the wonderful AbbVie volunteers who came out to North School in Waukegan to paint a brand-new Early Learning Trail!

These colorful, interactive trails give students a fun way to learn through movement, play, and exploration. North School had been waiting for years for a new trail, and this incredible group delivered in a big way.

Thank you, AbbVie, for helping create a brighter, more engaging space for young learners!

Waukegan Public Schools

¡Sintoniza Union Latina Radio (TUDN 1220 AM) este sábado 20 de junio a las 8:00 a.m.! Tendremos una entrevista en españo...
06/19/2026

¡Sintoniza Union Latina Radio (TUDN 1220 AM) este sábado 20 de junio a las 8:00 a.m.! Tendremos una entrevista en español sobre Better Together, el programa gratuito de aprendizaje temprano de United Way of Lake County para familias con niños de 0 a 3 años.

Escucha a Rosa Herrera, gerente de Success by 6, y a Marissa Gómez, coordinadora de la iniciativa Success by 6, quienes nos compartirán cómo Better Together ayuda a los niños y a sus padres o cuidadores a aprender, jugar y crecer juntos, mientras desarrollan habilidades importantes para estar listos para la escuela.

¡Ya está abierta la inscripción para Better Together!
Obtén más información y regístrate en: uwlakeco.org/better-together

Tune in to Unión Latina Radio (TUDN 1220 AM) on Saturday, June 20, at 8:00 a.m. for a Spanish-language interview about Better Together, United Way of Lake County’s free early learning program for families with children ages 0–3!

Hear from Rosa Herrera, Success By 6 Manager, and Marissa Gómez, Success By 6 Initiative Coordinator, as they share how Better Together helps children and their parent or caregiver learn, play, and grow together while building important school-readiness skills.

Registration for Better Together is now open!
Learn more and register at uwlakeco.org/better-together

👨‍👩‍👦 Registration is now open for Better Together summer sessions! Better Together is a free early learning program fo...
06/17/2026

👨‍👩‍👦 Registration is now open for Better Together summer sessions!

Better Together is a free early learning program for children from birth to age 3 and their parent or caregiver. Families learn, play, and grow together while building important school-readiness skills in a warm and supportive environment.

Available for families in Fox Lake and North Chicago/Great Lakes

To register, contact Marissa Gomez at [email protected] or (847) 775-1058.

Learn more at uwlakeco.org/BT

We can't wait to welcome your family!

We're looking forward to celebrating at the Juneteenth Lake County IL Parade & Festival on June 20!Stop by and visit Uni...
06/12/2026

We're looking forward to celebrating at the Juneteenth Lake County IL Parade & Festival on June 20!

Stop by and visit United Way of Lake County and 211 Lake County during the festival to learn more about local resources, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get connected to support in our community.

We hope to see you there as we celebrate freedom, community, and unity throughout Lake County.

Learn more at: juneteenthlakecountyil.com

Help local students start the school year confident, prepared, and ready to learn. Now through August 1, United Way of...
06/10/2026

Help local students start the school year confident, prepared, and ready to learn.

Now through August 1, United Way of Lake County is collecting backpacks and school supplies to support children and teachers across our community.

💛 Ways to help:
✔ Donate school supplies or backpacks
✔ Sponsor a student with an online gift
✔ Host a collection drive
✔ Spread the word with friends, family, and coworkers

Every action makes a difference and helps ensure local students have the tools they need to succeed from day one.

Learn more, donate, or find drop-off locations:
uwlakeco.org/stuff-the-bus

Members of Leaders United of Lake County brought students from Ballet Folklorico Tayahua to Marquette University for an...
06/09/2026

Members of Leaders United of Lake County brought students from Ballet Folklorico Tayahua to Marquette University for an unforgettable hands-on experience in the Life Sciences Graduate Labs!

From exploring bacteria on agar plates and working in anaerobic environments to observing C. elegans under a microscope and learning how bees communicate through dance, students experienced science in action.

The day also included an inspiring graduate student panel, where students learned about college pathways and careers in STEM.

A huge thank you to the graduate students who made this experience possible and helped spark curiosity, confidence, and future possibilities!

Last week, community leaders, partners, donors, and supporters came together for United Way of Lake County’s Premier Lea...
06/04/2026

Last week, community leaders, partners, donors, and supporters came together for United Way of Lake County’s Premier Leaders Event.

Together, we raised more than $280,000 to help strengthen opportunity and connect children, families, and neighbors across Lake County to the support they need to thrive.

We are grateful to everyone who helped make the evening a success, including our generous sponsors, donors, volunteers, and Deer Path Inn for hosting us.

Thank you for investing in a stronger, more connected Lake County.

View photos from the event: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCVxvK

Help children build the skills they need for kindergarten through fun activities that support early literacy, math, soci...
06/03/2026

Help children build the skills they need for kindergarten through fun activities that support early literacy, math, social-emotional growth, and school readiness. 📚🎒✏️🌟

Our FREE bilingual (English & Spanish) Kindergarten Readiness Calendars for 2026–2027 are available for schools, libraries, childcare providers, places of worship, and community organizations throughout Lake County to share with the families they serve.

Reserve calendars for your organization using our form: https://bit.ly/4atX7S3

Pickups are by appointment, Monday through Thursday, 9 AM – 3:30 PM at 330 S. Greenleaf St., Gurnee, IL.

Together, we can help children enter kindergarten ready to learn and thrive!

Kindergarten Countdown Camp begins soon!If your child is entering kindergarten this fall and has had little or no presch...
06/03/2026

Kindergarten Countdown Camp begins soon!

If your child is entering kindergarten this fall and has had little or no preschool experience, KCC can help them feel more confident and ready for their first day of school.

We still have space available at our Beach Park location!

Learn more and register: uwlakeco.org/kcc

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330 S Greenleaf Street
Gurnee, IL
60031

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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+18477751000

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